Animal Care and Educator Position

Animal Care and Educator Position

Wildlife Learning Center is seeking to fill a part-time seasonal (February to August) animal care and educator position. The animal care and educator position is responsible for cleaning and maintaining enclosures, feeding, providing enrichment, monitoring animal health, providing public education, and performing other duties as assigned by supervisors. Employees give onsite and outreach education for schools, scout groups, libraries, private events, and other organizations.

Moderate to heavy lifting is required. Employees will work, hands‑on, with multiple species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related science field or equivalent experience
• Experience handling and training restricted species
• Experience working with children
• Strong public speaking skills
• Strong work ethic
• Exceptionally good attitude and professionalism
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Effectively work in a team environment
• Commitment to a flexible work schedule
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Applicants must have a professional appearance and demeanor. Tattoos or body piercings must be coverable. Applicants must have a valid California driver’s license, clean driving record, social security number, and proof of personal auto insurance. All applicants are subject to a thorough background check. New hires are required to show a negative TB test, at own expense, within one month of employment.

Starting pay rate is $17.87/hour.

Interested applicants may submit a cover letter and resume directly to  (Applications sent through a third-party site not accepted)