Wildlife Program Assistant

2 days ago

University Park, United States The Pennsylvania State University Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Wildlife Program Assistant to join our team at the Shaver's Creek Environmental Center at Penn State University. As a key member of our team, you will support the essential operations of the Wildlife Program, including diet preparation, husbandry, water tests, facility maintenance, and record keeping.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support and ensure completion of daily tasks within the Aviary and Herpetarium
  • Assist students in completion of daily tasks of the Wildlife Care & Conservation Career Program
  • Develop new skills in wildlife care and conservation under the support of full-time staff
Requirements
  • Effective knowledge - no experience is required, as you will be trained in all aspects of the position
  • Accountability and self-management - ability to manage time effectively to accomplish time-sensitive tasks
  • Teamwork and leadership - ability to work with a variety of staff and educational operations
  • Communication - ability to communicate with full-time staff to prioritize tasks and workload
  • Innovation and problem-solving - ability to address welfare and husbandry concerns, frequent changes in weather, and other unforeseen events
Clearances Required
  • PA State Police Criminal Background Check
  • PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
  • FBI Criminal Background Check
About the University

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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