Seasonal - Animal Caretaker

U.S. Department of the Interior; Radlett; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

A governmental agency is seeking a Seasonal Animal Caretaker for work primarily focused on animal care duties. This temporary position is less than 6 months and offers the possibility of rehire in future seasons. Candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Nationals, successfully pass a background check, and hold a valid state driver’s license. Uniforms will be required. This role involves supporting wildlife conservation efforts across multiple sites, ensuring proper care and compliance with agency standards.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Suitability for employment determined by background investigation.
• Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Driver’s License required to operate motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Perform seasonal duties in animal care.
• Follow agency protocols and uniform requirements.

Job description

Animal Caretaker, WG- 5048-5 to be filled at the following locations:

• Grand Junction Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office in Grand Junction, Colorado.
• Ouray National Fish Hatchery in Randlett, Utah.
• Jones Hole National Fish Hatchery in Vernal, Utah.

Duties

This is a temporary appointment intended for seasonal work that is less than 6 months or 1040 hours from the date of appointment/service year. It is expected this position will be terminated upon completion of the seasons work. The agency may non-competitively rehire an eligible temporary seasonal worker in subsequent years who works less than 6 months or 1040 hours in their service year.

As a Seasonal - Animal Caretaker your duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Suitability for employment, as determined by background investigation.
• Individuals assigned male at birth after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. To verify registration visit SSS.gov.
• Driver’s License: This position requires the incumbent to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of their official duties. Selectee must hold and maintain a valid state driver’s license throughout their employment in this position.
• Grand Junction CO: Uniform: Official U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service uniform will be required.