Provisional Zoological Park Attendant, Bronx Zoo

Wildlife Conservation Society; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) in the Bronx Zoo is seeking a Zoological Park Attendant to support maintenance operations. Under supervision, you will perform routine tasks to maintain facilities and services in the zoo environment.

The role requires outdoor work in all weather, with weekend and holiday shifts. A HS diploma is preferred, and gardening experience is helpful for daily duties. This is a union, full-time position in the Maintenance department.

Qualifications

• Gardening experience is helpful.
• HS Diploma or Equivalent (preferred).
• Employee must be able to work Saturdays & Sundays & all holidays.

Responsibilities

• May clean or patrol public buildings, property, and structures of assigned areas thereof, performing maintenance duties to keep order and cleanliness.
• Performs incidental minor clerical work.
• Performs related work as required.

Skills

Gardening experience

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Job Description
Title: Zoological Park Attendant
Reports To: Maintenance and Operations
Position Managed: N/A
Department: Maintenance
Location: Bronx Zoo
Employment Type: Union, Full-Time
Pay Range: $39,816
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 Summary: Under close supervision, performs simple routine work consisting of minor task of a varied nature necessary to the operations, facilities and services of The Wildlife Conservation Society.
Principal Responsibilities:

• May clean or patrol public buildings, property, and structures of assigned areas thereof, performing maintenance duties to keep order and cleanliness.
• Performs incidental minor clerical work,
• Performs related work as required

Qualification Requirements

• This position requires a varied working experience: Gardening experience is helpful.
• HS Diploma or Equivalent (preferred)
• Employee must be able to work Saturdays & Sundays & all holidays

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Disclaimer 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 in 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. The organization complies with all Federal, State, and NYC laws and WCS’s employment policies. Salary Hiring rate: $39,816.00
2-Year Incumbent Rate: $42,071.00
Salary Range $39,816.00