Seasonal Butterfly Keeper at Chatfield

Butterfly Pavilion • Littleton, CO

315d • $17

About The Position

At Butterfly Pavilion, (BP) we transform the way people think about invertebrates. These small but mighty animals that surround us are so much more than people think. They are everywhere because everything depends on them. They are the hidden heroes of the animal kingdom. As the leader in invertebrate knowledge, inspiration and connection, Butterfly Pavilion works to foster an appreciation of these critical animals by educating the public about the need to protect and care for threatened habitats globally, while conducting research for solutions in invertebrate conservation. Whether it is providing unique, firsthand learning experiences in our exhibits and educational programs, conducting new research that sets the standard for zoos across the country or building innovative solutions for species and habitat conservation in countries around the world, Butterfly Pavilion is leading the way in ensuring invertebrates are protected for the future. Our Core Values are a large part of who we are as an organization: Make Science Cool, Love What You Do, Go Above and Beyond, Lead Change, Know Your Stuff, Be Positive, Welcome All. These aren't just words, but words to live by here at Butterfly Pavilion.

Requirements

• Possesses or working towards a Degree in Biology or a related biological field or study.
• Experience working with invertebrates or animals in a zoo, museum, or similar facility is desired.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, strong sense of fun, and patient.
• Experience working in a non-formal education/museum/education setting and/or a customer service based role.
• Prior experience working with, as well as comfortable working with, individuals of different ages and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provides daily care for butterflies including cleaning of habitats in exhibit area and monitoring environmental conditions of the exhibit.
• Executes butterfly house vestibule protocols while controlling the flow of visitors into the exhibit, while providing information and guidance on house regulations.
• Regularly inspects exhibit for any issues or repairs and performs minor maintenance tasks.
• Ensures proper record keeping of daily husbandry, maintenance actions and animal health.
• Maintains compliance for USDA regulated animals.
• Upholds AZA standards and follows Butterfly Pavilion animal policies.
• Effectively communicates with direct supervisors, and other members of both Butterfly Pavilion and Denver Botanic Gardens, to support the overall needs of Butterflies at Chatfield butterfly house.
• Directly communicates with Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms staff for onsite needs and minor or emergency maintenance requests.
• Helps implement training for volunteers as well as supervises volunteers within the butterfly house.
• Works collaboratively with staff and volunteers, problem solves and communicates within the team and when working with other teams or departments.
• Interacts with and provides educational information for guests of all ages visiting the butterfly house and uses live animals to demonstrate science-based concepts to guests.
• Conducts daily public programming and develops curriculum for new programs.
• Additional duties based on organizational priorities and as needed.

Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $17.00/hour
• Part Time (24-32 hours per week)
• Seasonal position from May 20 - Sept 6

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree