Live Food Propagation Assistant

Job Description

Department: Herpetology
Title: Live Food Propagation Assistant
Employment Type: Part-Time
Status: Non-Exempt
Grade Level: Hourly
Pay Range: $18.00 per hour
Reports To: Curator, Collections Manager, Senior Keeper, Wild Animal Keepers
Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Hours: 8:00-5:00

About Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS)

WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world’s premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results at scale. We run field programs spanning 60 countries and the entire ocean. We build on a unique foundation: Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our more than 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission.

Position Summary

The Live Food Assistant will assist keepers with the daily tasks associated with the care of the reptile collection in the Reptile House. This position is primarily focused on maintaining the various insect cultures, fish, and rodent colony for the department.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Live food propagation
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of animal diets
• Assist in cleaning of animal enclosures, including washing dishes, etc.
• Assist in the maintenance of the Reptile Housework areas
  
  

Qualification Requirements

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (College coursework in related field preferred)
• Interest in Reptiles and Amphibians
  
  

Location

• Bronx Zoo
  
  

WCS is an equal opportunity employer, and the organization complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. We are dedicated to hiring and engaging a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and look for future team members who share that same value. The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on gender, race/ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based upon a person’s membership in one of these protected categories in areas such as recruitment, selection, job assignment, supervision, training, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities.

Note that the salary offer will reflect the selected candidate’s individual experiences, skills and qualifications, internal equity, work location and country of work.

Salary Range

$18.00