Wildlife (Seasonal) Care Tech

Anderson Humane • Full-time • North Suburban, IL, DuPage County, IL, US • 1d ago

Anderson Humane is a progressive, limited-admission humane society with an annual intake of approximately 4,000 companion animals with a live release rate of 95%. In addition, we provide care for over 3,000 injured and orphaned wild animals annually through our wildlife center. We are a fast-paced organization dedicated to the animals in our care and the people we impact. We emphasize the importance of a flexible work-life balance for our staff and volunteers, and we work hard to create a positive work environment. Do you describe yourself as “outdoorsy”? Do you slam on the brakes when a squirrel darts in front of your car? Do you have around 40.0 hours per week free from now until October to help Anderson Humane care for local wildlife? We could use your help Responsibilities Providing daily care, including feeding and handling, of a wide variety of local wildlife species from babies to adults. Supervising, training, and helping Wildlife volunteers and interns with caretaking tasks. Engaging in opportunities to respectfully inform and educate the public on wildlife care. Assisting our Wildlife staff manage cases of illness and injury. Updating records with current animal care and donation information. Working Conditions Full-time: around 35-40 hours per week; $14.00 per hour. Seasonal: must be available immediately through October to work a flexible schedule of mornings, afternoons, and evening shifts on weekdays, weekends, and the occasional holidays. Working in shared spaces. Willingness and ability to work with wildlife animals of all temperaments and species; enjoyment from having them in the workplace. Exposure to high noise levels; potential exposure to zoonotic diseases, animal scratches, and bites. Work may be performed outdoors with exposure to all weather conditions. Regularly active, like walking, standing, and lifting up to eight hours a day. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance. Qualifications Previous experience caring for, and handling wildlife animals preferred. Must have your own transportation, a valid driver’s license, and an insurable driving record. MUST have the desire and ability to work with the public; and a passion for animal welfare and wildlife conservation, and Anderson Humane’s mission. A sense of comfort and ease handling wildlife animals of all species and ages. A self-starter who takes the initiative and showcases the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Effective time management skills; can multi-task and redirect efforts with minimal supervision when priorities change. Tech-savvy; comfortable learning new computer programs and technology. Apply for this position Email: Phone: Job Location: Please select the job location ▾ Upload CV/Resume: Maximum allowed file size is 100 MB. Allowed Type(s): .pdf, .doc, .docx By using this form you agree with the storage and handling of your data by this website. Job Category: Animal Welfare, Wildlife Care Bloomingdale Center 412 W Army Trail Road Bloomingdale, IL 60108 (847) 697-2880 ext 90 North Aurora Center 180 N Randall Road North Aurora, IL 60542 (847) 697-2880 ext 80 Veterinary Clinic 309 S Randall Rd South Elgin, IL 60177 (847) 697-2880 ext 49 J-18808-Ljbffr