What are the responsibilities and job description for the Zoological Park Attendant, Central Park Zoo position at Wildlife Conservation Society?
Job Description
Department: Operations and Maintenance
Title: Zoological Park Attendant
Location: Central Park Zoo
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports to: Director of City Zoos Operations and Maintenance, Facility Director, O&M Manager and Assistant Manager, Facility O&M Supervisor
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 Objective: To maintain WCS equipment, facilities and grounds
Principal Responsibilities
The position requires work outdoors in all weather conditions and in office environments. Some tasks require kneeling, bending, and moderate lifting up to 50 pounds.
Equal Employment Opportunity Disclaimer
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 in a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and looking 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, caste, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by laws and regulations/and similar categories.
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, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities. The organization complies with the spirit and intent of relevant local laws and WCS’s employment policies.
Salary
$39,816
Department: Operations and Maintenance
Title: Zoological Park Attendant
Location: Central Park Zoo
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports to: Director of City Zoos Operations and Maintenance, Facility Director, O&M Manager and Assistant Manager, Facility O&M Supervisor
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 Objective: To maintain WCS equipment, facilities and grounds
Principal Responsibilities
- Clean, patrol grounds, buildings, property, and structures of assigned areas.
- Assist in the movement of WCS equipment and supplies.
- Operate vehicles or other equipment such as snow throwers, leaf blowers, carpet extractors, vacuums, buffing machines.
- Display proficiency and skills in use of tools associated with applicable fields
- Hands-on experience in use of cleaning and snow removal equipment.
- Ability to represent WCS in a professional manner and to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with employees, colleagues, and the general public.
- Employee must be able to work Saturdays, Sundays and all Holidays.
- Employee must be able to work Overtime if required by supervisor.
The position requires work outdoors in all weather conditions and in office environments. Some tasks require kneeling, bending, and moderate lifting up to 50 pounds.
Equal Employment Opportunity Disclaimer
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 in a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and looking 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, caste, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by laws and regulations/and similar categories.
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, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities. The organization complies with the spirit and intent of relevant local laws and WCS’s employment policies.
Salary
- Hiring rate: $39,816
- 2-Year Incumbent Rate: $42,071
$39,816
Salary : $39,816 - $42,071