Wildlife Conservation Society

Title

Zoological Park Attendant, Prospect Park Zoo

Department

PPZ-OPERATIONS/MAINTENANCE

Location

Prospect Park Zoo

Job Description

About Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS):

WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world’s premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results at scale. We run field programs spanning 60 countries and the entire ocean. We build on a unique foundation: Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our more than 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission.

Position Objective: Ensure park cleanliness.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform custodial duties throughout the park.
• Participate in pest control programs (with training).
• Perform ground maintenance work including but not limited to raking leaves, spreading tanbark or gravel.
• Perform mail/supply run to the Bronx Zoo regularly and as requested (with valid driver's license and training).
• Offer aid, help, directions, and provide information to the public.
• Assist in the movement of Zoo equipment, supplies and refuse.
• Assist in maintaining areas other than those assigned as conditions may require.
• Move furniture or office equipment, move and set up tables and chairs.
• Enforce the Society visitors' rules and regulations and those of the Department of Parks of the City of New York.
• Perform related tasks and duties as required.

Qualification Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to represent WCS in a professional manner and to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with employees, colleagues, City and other government agencies, outside contractors, and the general public.
• Valid Driver’s License (preferred)
• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The position requires outdoor work in all weather conditions. Tasks require manual dexterity and ability to safely use tools (e.g. drill, wire cutters, computer keyboard) and operate equipment (e.g. vacuum cleaners, pressure washer and related custodial equipment). Some tasks require climbing, kneeling, bending, navigating uneven terrain, and moderate lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability and willingness to work weekends, holidays, evenings and special events as the schedule demands.

Differential Pay Opportunity (requires training or certification paid for by WCS)

• Pest Control

WCS is an equal opportunity employer, and the organization complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. We are dedicated to hiring and engaging a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and look for future team members who share that same value. The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on gender, race/ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based upon a person’s membership in one of these protected categories in areas such as recruitment, selection, job assignment, supervision, training, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities.

Opportunity Type

Full-Time

Salary Range

$35,252

Date Posted

15-Apr-2024