Facility

Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Closing Date

Description

Summary
The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum’s Department of Mammalogy & Ornithology seeks an enthusiastic individual to join our team. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge and experience in husbandry specific to the care of captive wild birds and mammals. Must be comfortable with speaking to and with the public and possess the ability to learn presentation skills and materials. Knowledge of the Sonoran Desert region is beneficial. The successful candidate is expected to continue to seek and acquire education/knowledge in the fields of Mammalogy & Ornithology. Must be a quick learner and a self-starter, requiring little supervision. Must be team oriented and have a demonstrated history of being courteous, sensitive and respectful. Associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school and at least two years’ work experience (preferably paid) in an AZA-accredited facility; or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs. Must be able to work weekends and holidays as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position may supervise and/or provide direction to volunteers assisting with keeper duties.

Education and Pre-requisites

An Associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school and at least two years’ work experience (preferably paid) in an AZA-accredited facility; or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs.

The above description reflects a general overview of the responsibilities and position requirements for this job classification. Further details of essential duties and responsibilities along with an outline of additional qualifications are included in the position description available on ASDM’s Career page. A link can be found under the “Application Instructions” heading below.

Compensation and benefits

Compensation
First Step is currently: $15.16/hour with annual step increases as set forth in the Union contract
Benefits
This is a regular status, full-time/non-exempt position that is eligible for benefits. Current benefits include ASDM paid life insurance and long-term disability plans. On a shared premium basis: PPO medical with HRA and a choice of two dental plans, an optional vision plan, additional voluntary life insurance, and 403(b) retirement plan.

Application instructions

Applications are accepted for open positions and must be completed and submitted online. To apply please go to our Career page:
https://www2.appone.com/SearchSearch.aspx?ServerVar=arizonadesertmuseum.appone.com
More information about our current employment opportunities, volunteer positions and the application process is available here: http://www.desertmuseum.org/about/workopt.php
The Museum is a drug and alcohol free workplace and participates in E-Verify. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.