Open Daily, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
$20 adults, $15 children
Open Daily, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
$20 adults, $15 children
FLSA Classification: Nonexempt
Salary Grade: To be determined
Reports to: Commissary Area Supervisor
Department: Animal Care
The Seasonal Commissary Keeper is responsible for the daily preparation of animal diets and daily care of quarantine animals according to the established procedures. Additionally, the Seasonal Commissary Keeper supports our Zoo Mission which is to inspire an appreciation of the natural world through conservation, education, research, and recreation.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
May be assigned interns or volunteers.
While performing the duties of the job, the incumbent is required to work both indoors and outdoors with exposure to seasonal weather conditions. The incumbent may be required travel to other locations and to meetings. This individual may be exposed to computer monitors. The noise level is moderate.
While performing the duties of the job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit and work at a desk for extended periods of time, stand, walk, and utilize manual dexterity to use computer mouse and keyboard and other office equipment.
The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to successfully perform the essential functions.
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.
☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly
Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly
Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly
Communicating with others to exchange information.
☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly
Operating machinery and/or power tools.
☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly
Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly
Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly
Driving.
☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly
Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling –
☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly
Reaching with hands and arms.
☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly
Tasting or smelling.
☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly
Vision
☒ Close vision; ☐Distant vision; ☐ Color vision; ☐ Peripheral vision; ☒Depth perception; ☒ Ability to adjust focus
Lifting Requirement.
☒ > than 50 pounds ☐ Up to 50 pounds ☐ Up to 40 pounds ☐ Up to 25 pounds ☐ Up to 10 pounds
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Blank Park Zoo is an equal opportunity employer and give employment and promotional consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, disability, disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam era, and any other protected class as required by local, state, or federal law. We seek applicants for employment who are dedicated, hardworking and seek fulfilling employment. In return Blank Park Zoo offers competitive income, benefits, and an excellent working environment.