Join the team at ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park, an AZA-accredited 11-acre, walk-through zoo adjacent to Hersheypark. ZooAmerica is home to more than 200 animals, representing 65 species and 5 regions of North America.
Create unforgettable memories for our guests by sharing conservation messaging and natural history information through a variety of educational programming. ZooAmerica Educator Aides are responsible for the daily care and maintenance of our ambassador animal collection.
As a Part-Time Team Member, you will enjoy sweet perks like FREE admission and parking to Hersheypark, discounts on food & shopping, and more as soon as you receive your Employee ID!
Job Duties (Duties marked with an asterisk are essential functions of this job):
Assisting and conducting a variety of interpretive programs, including ambassador animal presentations, keeper chats, and Behind-the-Scenes Tours.*
Have the ability to speak before groups of all ages and sizes to deliver comprehensible and appropriate information .*
Daily care and maintenance of ambassador animals which includes routine cleaning, feeding, general husbandry, record keeping, medical treatments and daily observations.*
Maintaining the highest standard of animal welfare and well-being through animal care, enrichment, and a variety of other operations under the supervision of full-time educators.*
Assisting with all aspects of summer ZooCamp. *
Assembly of education materials in preparation for the daily activities.*
Cleaning and organizing all education areas. *
Answer guest questions in a professional and friendly manner.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years of age or older
Current or past coursework in environmental education, biology, or related field
A minimum of one (1) year experience with professional animal care or science education
Must possess valid driver’s license and demonstrate a satisfactory driving record
In accordance with Pennsylvania's Child Protective Services Law, candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a report of criminal history from the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), Child Abuse History Clearance from the Department of Human Services (Child Abuse), and Fingerprint-based federal criminal history submitted through the Pennsylvania State Police or its authorized agent (FBI), as a condition of continued employment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong interest and/or knowledge in the natural history of North American species
Experience and/or strong interest in working with children on a daily basis
Proven organizational skills and attention to detail
Must be adaptable to a variety of different teaching/interpretive situations
Must be friendly, upbeat, and work well with other employees and be able to interact with guests
Must display a positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and professional image in compliance with the Hershey Entertainment & Resorts guidelines
Must have the ability to safeguard confidential information
Ability to withstand unpleasant working conditions
Ability to understand, foresee and apply safety precautions applicable to the workplace
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Job Demands:
Must be able to work flexible hours including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Must be able to work in a combination of indoor and outdoor weather conditions. Employees are subject to a variety of weather conditions, including but not limited to: extreme heat, sun exposure, cold, and inclement weather.
Physical requirements would include the ability to stand (for up to eight hours at a time), walk, bend at the waist and knees and have repeated manual dexterity, the ability to push, pull, and reach above shoulder level, climb ladders, and fences, and lift up to forty pounds without assistance.
Must be able to work 30-40 hours/week May – August.
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Hershey Entertainment and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer