Seasonal KK Zooterpreter

Zoological Society•Pittsburgh, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Enhances the guest experience through interpretation in various areas throughout Kids Kingdom, including Outback Adventure Aviary, Kangaroo Crossing & Wallaby Way, Backyard Explorer, Goat & Sheep Yard, & Discovery Plaza.

Requirements

Position requires a high school education or equivalent
Must be comfortable discussing topics relevant to the Zoo and wildlife conservation to a wide variety of audiences.
Candidate must have the ability to work in an outdoor area involving uneven or slippery surfaces.
Position is physical and requires the ability to walk, stand, stoop, bend, squat, push, pull, carry and lift up to 50 lbs.
Position required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree is preferred.
Strong presentation & public engagement skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Monitors exhibit-based guest-animal interactions with an emphasis on safety, engagement, and animal wellbeing.
Facilitates pathway traffic flow within exhibits and ambassador animal walkthrough areas.
Engages guests by presenting yard animals, biofacts, and/or props with a friendly, approachable, and informative demeanor.
Communicates with others effectively and immediately when responding to an incident or emergency, including but not limited to lost children, first aid, or unusual animal behavior.
Assists keeper staff with cleaning, yard maintenance, and animal observations.
Maintains and upholds park cleanliness including sweeping pathways, cleaning viewing windows, refilling hand sanitizer, and reporting issues in a timely fashion.
Assists with all emergency response protocols.
Inspect Kids Kingdom areas for safety items on a daily basis and report issues in a timely manner.
Performs all other duties as assigned and directed.

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