Wildlife Program Assistant (Entry-Level, Part-Time)

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking Wildlife Program Assistants to support daily operations at the Klingsberg Aviary and Litzinger Herpetarium, Shaver's Creek Environmental Center. The role emphasizes training on the job, assisting with diet prep, husbandry, enrichment, and records, while collaborating with students and staff.

This entry-level position offers career development guidance and hands-on experience in wildlife care and conservation as you gain higher responsibilities over

Qualifications

• No prior wildlife care experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• Ability to work with students and staff in a collaborative environment.
• Willingness to learn husbandry, enrichment, and record-keeping tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support and ensure completion of daily tasks within the Aviary and Herpetarium.
• Assist students in completion of daily tasks of Wildlife Career Development Program.
• Develop new skills in wildlife care and conservation under staff guidance.

Skills

Effective Knowledge

Accountability & Self Management

Teamwork & Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking Wildlife Program Assistants to support daily operations at the Klingsberg Aviary and Litzinger Herpetarium, Shaver's Creek Environmental Center. The role emphasizes training on the job, assisting with diet prep, husbandry, enrichment, and records, while collaborating with students and staff.

This entry-level position offers career development guidance and hands-on experience in wildlife care and conservation as you gain higher responsibilities over