Posted 3w ago

Seasonal Wildlife Rehab Intern

@ City of Hutchinson
Hutchinson, Kansas, United States
$11-$13/hrOnsiteSeasonal
Responsibilities:Assist with wildlife rehab, Perform routine feedings
Requirements Summary:Seasonal role; animal care experience preferred; education in animal field preferred; must be at least 16.
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Job Description

Imagine if you were given an opportunity to connect with others who want to keep our community the most livable and safe it can possibly be. Are you looking for a seasonal position this Spring/Summer? If you have experience working with animals, you may be a great addition to our Zoo Rehabilitation team. Make a difference with the City of Hutchinson!

The Seasonal Rehabilitation Assistant provides animal care and maintains the zoo rehabilitation facilities.

A DAY IN THE LIFE:

  • Assist with wildlife rehab animal intakes; discuss found animals with guests and provide guidance
  • Perform routine feedings and diet preparation
  • Perform medical exams
  • Accession of animals from the public
  • Maintain detailed narratives and charts of animal observation, care and medical treatments.
  • Identify and communicate concerns to management in a timely manner
  • Maintain supply inventories
  • Perform all related housekeeping chores and other duties as required

WHAT YOU'LL NED FOR SUCCESS:

  • EDUCATION: Candidates pursuing an animal related educational field are preferred.
  • EXPERIENCE: one or more years of animal care experience is preferred
  • OTHER: Must be at least 16 to apply

This position is a Seasonal position with no benefits. This position is KPER's covered.

The City of Hutchinson employs over 400 employees that serve our community every day. City employees make Hutchinson a great place to live, work, and play. We take pride in our work, and it shows. Come be a part of a workforce that makes a difference! We're always looking for talented, self-motivated individuals to join our team.

City of Hutchinson is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.