Animal Caretaker

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Nature Based Programs, the Animal Caretaker position will be cross-trained in the care of all animals at Green Chimneys including equines, farm animals, camels, and wildlife. The position is responsible for maintaining the Birds of Prey and other animals in the Paul Kupchock Wildlife Rehabilitation Center two days a week on a regular basis. The rest of the week the position will be assigned on rotating assignment to assist or fill in as a substitute/additional animal caretaker in the farm animal area, equine barn, Clearpool, camels or in wildlife. The schedule will include all animal care on Sundays and Mondays. This is a 40 hour a week and full time (benefit eligible) role. The rate of pay for this role is $17.00 per hour.

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required; a Bachelor’s Degree in animal science or related field preferred.
• Knowledge and familiarity with care and handling of livestock, equine, and birds of prey required or the ability to learn quickly.

Licensure/Certification:

• Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record
• DOT license or ability to attain such
• CPR certification or ability to become certified

Physical/Mental Requirements (ADA Compliance):

• In order to perform the essential duties of the job, the incumbent must be able to speak, hear, see, and type
• Must have the ability to work long hours, in a hectic environment, often under pressure.
• Must have the mobility to work and cope in a Farm environment under all types of weather related conditions year round.
• Must be able to lift and carry fifty pounds routinely