Top 19 Wildlife Jobs in Orland Park, Il

Interpretive Naturalist
Naperville Park District —Naperville, IL
- $19 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Carnivores/Small Mammals - Lead Animal Care Specialist
Brookfield Zoo Chicago —Brookfield, IL
- $38.43 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
11h
Wildlife Interpreter
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County —Glen Ellyn, IL
- $26.65 - $27.78 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Public speaking
- Research
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Animal Keeper- Outdoor Birds
Lincoln Park Zoological Society —Chicago, IL
- $31.06 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Current TB test
- Word processing
- Free parking
- 403(b) matching
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Primates - Animal Care Specialist (Seasonal)
Brookfield Zoo Chicago —Brookfield, IL
- $15.90 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Retirement plan
Temp Animal Care Specialist (Mon-Friday)
Shedd Aquarium —Chicago, IL
- $20 an hour
- Temporary
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- 401(k)
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Wildlife Technician
Mr. Critter —Westmont, IL
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Residential
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Wildlife Technician
Terminix —Downers Grove, IL
- $20 - $26 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Residential
- Driver's License
- Outdoor work
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Field Ecologist II-III
V3 Companies —Woodridge, IL
- $23 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- CDL
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Environment Illinois Campaign Associate
Environment America —Chicago, IL
- $38,250 - $39,500 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
Temp Animal Care Specialist (Tues-Sat)
Shedd Aquarium —Chicago, IL
- $20 an hour
- Temporary
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- 401(k)
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Manager of Plant Records and Horticulture Programs
Lincoln Park Zoological Society —Chicago, IL
- $55,000 - $59,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Word processing
- Public speaking
- Free parking
- 403(b) matching
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Temp Animal Care Specialist - Galleries
Shedd Aquarium —Chicago, IL
- $20 an hour
- Temporary
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- 401(k)
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Manager of Horticulture Operations
Lincoln Park Zoological Society —Chicago, IL
- $56,000 - $61,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Sanitation
- Public speaking
- Free parking
- 403(b) matching
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Veterinary Services Manager
Ceva —Chicago, IL
- Evenings as needed
- Microsoft Word
- 5 years
- Public speaking
- Vision insurance
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Exotic Veterinary Technician
Ness Exotic Wellness Center —Lisle, IL
- From $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Math
- Cleaning
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Veterinarian
Veterinary Practice Partners —Joliet, IL
- $90,000 - $130,000 a year
- Part-time
- Mid-level
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Carnivores/Small Mammals - Lead Animal Care Specialist
Brookfield Zoo Chicago —Brookfield, IL
Valid out-of-state driver’s license is required for out-of-state residents. Illinois residents must possess a valid Illinois driver’s license or obtain one…
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ULTIMATE PRO WILDLIFE REMOVAL —Columbus, OH
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Interpretive Naturalist

Naperville Park District -
Naperville, IL

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Job Details

Part-time
$19 an hour

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Bachelor's degree
First Aid Certification
Educational program planning
Community relationship building
AED Certification

Full Job Description

Overview:

Under the direct supervision of the Nature Center Manager, the Interpretive Naturalist assists with the operation of the Knoch Knolls Nature Center and the system wide delivery of the District's environmental programming.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide an exceptional customer service experience and promote District services and facilities by assisting customers on the phone and in person.
Successfully process point of sale items. Successfully balance receipts, reconcile transactions, and prepare weekend bank deposits.
Ensure confidential use of customer information, including credit card transactions.
Develop and evaluate environmental education curriculum, prepare materials and supplies, instruct youth, camp, school, scout, and adult programs, and plan and support special events.
Lead interpretive programs and create exhibits at the Knoch Knolls Nature Center and other District facilities.
Communicate effectively with participants, guardians, and staff regarding rule infractions, questions, or concerns.
Provide care for live animals including feeding and tank cleaning.
Work closely with related staff to achieve the goals and objectives of the environmental education programs.
Build and maintain working relationships with the Conservation Foundation, forest preserve districts, schools, and other community groups.
Maintain and organize inventory of program equipment and supplies. Report inventory in need of replacement to the Nature Center Manager.
Maintain on-going open communication and notify the supervisor of situations regarding the operation of the program such as broken equipment, equipment shortages, and facility damage.
Record and communicate any difficult situations or behaviors to the Nature Center Manager.
Provide guidance and direction to Nature Center Assistant and/or volunteers assisting with projects or programs.
Monitor weather conditions before, during, and after programs to ensure the safety of participants and staff.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

Respond to all customer comments and inquiries in a timely fashion.
Work in conjunction with staff to complete referrals to WDSRA and work with WDSRA staff to develop program plans for participants with special needs.
Ensure that program areas are left neat and clean after each use and that materials and equipment are returned.
Seek, interpret, and act upon input from residents and the public.
Distribute written communication as necessary or requested.
Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Working knowledge and experience pertaining to wildlife, natural history, and local flora and fauna.
Ability to create innovative nature programs for audiences of all ages.
Ability to share natural and cultural history information in a relevant manner with an audience or individual.
Demonstrated ability to care for live animals and comfortable with live animals, including snakes, turtles, fish, salamanders and insects.
Ability to work independently in day-to-day operations with general direction from supervisor.
Ability to display professionalism with patrons.
Ability to address complaints and resolve concerns.
Working knowledge of basic computer software including Microsoft platform.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Interpretation, Environmental Education, Natural Sciences, or related field.
Minimum three (3) years of experience developing and presenting environmental education or nature programming, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, First Aid, CPR, and AED certification within two (2) months of hire.

Special Considerations:

Must be at least 18 years old.
Subject to office and outside environmental conditions.
Subject to modified/flexible work schedules including weekends and evenings.
Ability to lift, carry, and/or move objects weighing 30 lbs. on a weekly basis. Lifting assistance is required when lifting > 30 lbs.
Regular onsite attendance is an essential function of this position.

Benefits

Hiring Rate: $19.00/hr

To be considered for this position, interested individuals must complete the online application accessible at
www.napervilleparks.org/employment. Materials submitted through mail, email, or fax will not be considered

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Interpretive Naturalist

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Temp Animal Care Specialist (Mon-Friday)

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Field Ecologist II-III

Environment Illinois Campaign Associate

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