Wildcare Foundation; WCF - FWS Wildlife Caregiver

Job Description

Wildcare Foundation (WCF) - FWS Wildlife Caregiver (SPRING) - Job Number: 252741

Wildcare Foundation (WCF)

13 miles from OU campus, Noble, OK

Part-time;
Varies: 8:00am - 9:00pm. Position available January 2026 through June 2026. Flexible around the student's class schedule.

Onsite

Targeted salary $12.00 - $12.50 per hour, based on experience

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• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Class Schedule

• Provide all daily rehabilitative care for wildlife patients in assigned care areas, including feeding and cleaning, treatment, and monitoring patients’ progress.
• Carry out maintenance projects at the facility and other projects assigned by Animal Care Managers.
• Learn and implement patient protocols by species.
• Observe animals’ condition and behavior and report to Animal Care Managers.
• Perform patient admissions and intake exams as needed.
• Carry out assigned releases.
• Assist with animal admissions and patient record entries.
• Learn wildlife conflict resolution techniques to help educate members of the public that call Wild Care for advice and guidance.
• Update Community Liaison regarding patient updates for social media including taking photographs and video.

• Attendance and Dependability – Consistently at work and on time. Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Provides consistent, timely, high-quality work. Follows through on commitments. Uses time efficiently. Takes responsibility for own actions.
• Customer Service – Treats customers (internal and external) with respect and courtesy. Shows interest in, anticipates, and responds timely to customer needs and concerns. Responds appropriately to and resolves difficult and emotional situations. Seeks ways to improve service delivery.
• Variety – Enthusiastically works with all employees, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, and age. Values contributions of people from various backgrounds. Demonstrates respect for opinions and ideas of others. Shows awareness of and sensitivity to cultural and individual values.
• Ethics – Tells truth and is honest in all dealings. Avoids situations and actions considered inappropriate or which present a conflict of interest. Upholds organizational values. Does not misrepresent self or use position or authority for personal gain.
• Teamwork – Listens and responds constructively to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Helps others when they need it. Shares expertise. Acknowledges others' effort and contribution. Puts success of team above own interests. Creates a positive work environment.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Class Schedule

Required

Education:

Must be currently enrolled in the Spring semester as a student at the University of Oklahoma. Hiring contingent upon verification of current student status.

• Must attach Spring 2026 class schedule
• Must have received and accepted a work study award for the Spring 2026 semester

• Motivated multi-tasker
• Must have a positive attitude and manage stress in a fast-paced work environment
• Must be willing to learn and grow
• Must be willing to work hard
• Reliable personal vehicle and valid driver’s license required

• Work outside in all seasons and in all kinds of weather conditions
• Lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Walk on uneven, natural terrain
• Able to lift 40 lbs.

• Studying biology, life sciences, ecology, veterinary sciences, or related field preferred
• Wildlife rehabilitation or other animal care experience preferred
• Rabies pre-exposure vaccination recommended but not required for work with most species

If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .

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Hiring contingent upon a Background Check? :
No