Facility
City of Santa Ana
Closing Date
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Description
This is a part-time position. The incumbent may work an average of 20 hours per week. Work schedule is to be determined. At this time, there is currently 1 vacancy but this number is subject to change. Bilingual pay is an additional $1.01/hr, if applicable.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Cleans animal exhibits and holding areas. Prepares animal diets, feeds, waters and medicates animals in accordance to predetermined and approved schedule. Performs light grounds and exhibit maintenance work such as hosing, raking, and sweeping in and around exhibits and viewing areas. Answers questions from the visiting public and presents regularly schedule education talks. Performs basic janitorial duties. Keeps routine records and prepares simple reports; operates various vehicles and equipment. Performs other related functions as assigned.
Education and Pre-requisites
Six months of experience working with animals or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the knowledge and abilities listed below. Coursework in biology, zoology, animal husbandry or related field may be used in combination with experience that provides the desirable knowledge, skills and abilities.
DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of: common varieties of exotic, wild and domestic animals, and basic principles and practices of their behavior and care; tools and equipment used in basic maintenance of animal cages and exhibit grounds; safe work practices.
Ability to: work as a team; understand and follow oral and written instructions; keep routine records and write simple reports; lift and carry up to 50 lbs.; interact in a tactful and courteous manner with the public; perform routine and light maintenance work requiring physical stamina; perform basic first aid; establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.
Special Requirement: Must possess and retain a valid California Class C driver’s license as a condition of employment.
Special Working Conditions: Must be willing and able to work irregular hours, including weekends, holidays and evenings, as needed as a condition of employment. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Note: Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Hmong, Korean, or Samoan is highly desirable.
Compensation and benefits
SALARY: $12.15 – $14.75 PER HOUR
BENEFITS: PT Employees accrue paid sick leave at the rate of one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every thirty (30) hours worked up to a maximum accrual of 6 days or 48 hours. Employees are eligible to use 3 days or 24 hours of accrued paid sick leave in a 12-month period.
Application instructions
All applicants are required to complete and submit a City application form online and answer the supplemental questionnaire. Resumes or faxed copies will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City online application.
Click on the “Apply” link located at the top of this page. New users must create an account first. Click on this link for instructions on how to set up your account and apply for the first time: Online Employment Application Guide.
The Personnel Services and Parks and Recreation Departments will review the applications and those candidates who possess the most pertinent qualifications will be invited for an oral interview by the hiring department. For additional information, please call Kent Yamaguchi at (714) 647-6575.
NOTE: Prior to appointment, a background records check and medical exam will be conducted.
The City of Santa Ana is an equal opportunity employer. If you consider yourself a person with a disability, you may contact us regarding providing reasonable accommodation.