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EMPLOYMENT AT THE BERGEN COUNTY ZOO
Seasonal Enrichment, Training, & Welfare Position
Under the mentorship of the Supervising Animal Keeper of Enrichment, Training, & Welfare, this internship offers an immersive experience focused on the fundamentals of enrichment, training, and animal welfare. Interns may gain hands-on experience in conducting behavioral and observational studies within a zoo setting, participating in collaborative research, and supporting animal care practices. Through practical learning and exposure to welfare initiatives, interns will develop a solid understanding of the approaches that support individual animal well-being and advance the mission of wildlife conservation in a zoological environment.
The Bergen County Zoo strives for diversity in all things including staffing and volunteers. We are an equal opportunity employer.
To apply send cover letter and resume to: Tori O’Connor VOconnor@BergenCountyNJ.gov
EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
The Bergen County Zoo is a small, approximately 15 acre, zoological park located in Paramus, New Jersey. Our educators strive to provide high-quality, relevant, scientifically accurate education programs using audience-appropriate techniques. Through these programs, we aim to increase our audience’s knowledge of and empathy towards animals and their habitats, and through this knowledge and empathy, we strive to inspire our audience to make informed, deliberate choices in their lives to preserve the natural world.
Per Diem and Seasonal educators report to full-time education staff and their primary responsibility is the teaching of curriculum to both private and public groups. Another essential function is performing all duties necessary to provide our guests with outstanding Amphitheater experiences and Birthday Parties, therefore per diem and seasonal educators may work weekends and/or nights. Per Diem educators work 19 hours per week while Seasonal educators may work 29 or 40 hours per week.
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The Bergen County Zoo strives for diversity in all things including staffing and volunteers. We are an equal opportunity employer.
To apply send cover letter and resume to: Melissa Czinn MCzinn@BergenCountyNJ.gov | (201) 634-3108
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED.
SUMMER CAMP EDUCATOR
SUMMER SEASONAL POSITION
Position Responsibilities
- Teach weekly themed pre-approved curriculum for zoo camp
- Develop and teach curriculum for camp
- Lead and supervise crafts, games, and activities relevant to zoo camp
- Daily set-up and clean-up of classroom space and program materials
- Maintain a clean and organized working space
- Occasional organizational and clerical tasks
- Attend all staff trainings
- Ability to work autonomously and as a team member
- Project a professional image that reflects positively on the Zoo and County of Bergen
- Perform additional duties, as assigned
Qualifications
College student or graduate working towards a degree in education, animal sciences, environmental science, biology, or a related field
- Desire to educate children
- Resident of NJ preferred
- The ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time, up to three or more hours
- Pass pre-employment criminal background check as well as drug screening (urinalysis)
- Ability to use basic office equipment (e.g. computer, copy machine, fax)
- Committed to conserving wildlife
- Willingness to be open-minded and flexible
- Comfortable handling live animals, including invertebrates and reptiles if applicable
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
PUBLIC EDUCATOR
SUMMER SEASONAL POSITION
Position Responsibilities
- Provide daily presentations for the public
- Train in animal handling
- Partake in daily animal enrichment and exercise
- Develop and teach classes and birthday parties
- Daily set-up and clean-up of classroom space for programs
- Maintain a clean and organized working space
- Occasional organizational and clerical tasks
- Attend all staff trainings
- Ability to work autonomously and as a team member
- Project a professional image that reflects positively on the Zoo and County of Bergen
- Perform additional duties, as assigned
Qualifications
- College student or graduate working towards a degree in education, animal sciences, environmental science, biology, or a related field
- Desire to educate the public
- Resident of NJ preferred
- The ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time, up to three or more hours
- Pass pre-employment criminal background check as well as drug screening (urinalysis)
- Ability to use basic office equipment (e.g. computer, copy machine, fax)
- Committed to conserving wildlife
- Willingness to be open-minded and flexible
- Comfortable handling live animals, including invertebrates and reptiles if applicable
- Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Animal handling experience is a plus
OTHER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The Bergen County Zoo strives for diversity in all things including staffing and volunteers. We are an equal opportunity employer.