Seasonal Wildlife Hospital Support Assistant

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida•Naples, FL

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About The Position

The Conservancy of Southwest Florida is seeking a Seasonal Wildlife Hospital Support Assistant to join the team at the von Arx Wildlife Hospital from May 1 through September 30. This full-time seasonal position supports our busiest rehabilitation months and offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a high-volume wildlife hospital setting. Pending budget approval and organizational need, this role may transition into a full-time, permanent position Oct. 1 2026. Candidates who demonstrate strong clinical aptitude, teamwork, and a deep commitment to wildlife conservation will be considered for long-term placement. As a Seasonal Wildlife Hospital Support Assistant, you will play a critical role in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of our animal enclosures and hospital facilities, and provide support to the wildlife hospital team.

Requirements

Must have a passion for wildlife and conservation
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform manual labor tasks
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Willingness to learn and take direction from wildlife team members
Must work within all safety protocols set by the wildlife hospital and organization.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Proficiency in reading, analyzing, and interpreting business documents, technical procedures, and regulations.
Strong report writing and business correspondence skills.
Effective presentation and communication abilities with diverse groups.
Aptitude for working with mathematical concepts, including probability, statistics, and geometry.
Application of mathematical concepts to practical situations, including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
Problem-solving skills for addressing non-standardized situations.
Interpretation of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Experience with Microsoft Office and computer databases.
Excellent communication skills and adept at managing multiple priorities continuously.

Responsibilities

Clean and maintain outdoor animal enclosures, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for the native wildlife undergoing rehabilitation.
Prepare diets for birds, mammals and reptiles undergoing rehabilitation.
Assist with animal feedings, providing fresh water and prepared diets as needed.
Monitor grazing gopher tortoises, as needed.
Help with ad-hoc jobs as needed, such as assisting staff and interns setting up outdoor enclosures for recovering wildlife, and assisting with keeping supplies and materials organized.
Work within all safety protocols when entering an animal enclosure, and following processes/procedures to perform work functions safely.
Assists with ad-hoc wildlife hospital assistance.
Performs basic administrative functions of the vAWH.
General facilities upkeep.
Assist interns in completing daily rehab tasks.