Zoo Camp Lead

~ Nestled against the Pacific Ocean, the San Francisco Zoo is an urban oasis. It is home to over 1,000 exotic, endangered and rescued animals representing more than 250 species and lovely peaceful gardens full of native and foreign plants. ~

The majestic Leanne Roberts African Region and the Valentine Family Savanna offer a multi-species landscape with giraffes, zebras, kudu, ostriches, storks, and more. At Hearst Grizzly Gulch, visitors can get nose-to-nose with rescued grizzly sisters Kachina and Kiona. Lemurs leap through the Lipman Lemur Forest, the largest outdoor lemur habitat in the country.

Penguin Island is home to the largest colony of Magellanic penguins outside of the wild. The Zoo's troop of gorillas lives in the lush Jones Family Gorilla Preserve. Farm animals for feeding and petting can be found in the popular Fisher Family Children's Zoo. The historic 1921 Dentzel Carousel and the 1904 miniature Little Puffer Steam Train are treasured by generations of visitors. And the $3.2 million Elinor Friend Playground re-opened to the public in fall 2013.

The SF Zoo offers a rich history for its guests, including fun rides, educational programs and exciting events for children of all ages. The SF Zoo is proud to be accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).

Position Overview

The primary duty of the Zoo Camp Lead is to assist in the daily operation of Zoo Camp through the Education Department.

• Spring Zoo Camp will run Monday through Friday from March 28 through April 1 and April 11 through April 15.
• Summer Zoo Camp will run Monday through Friday from June 1, through August 14, 2015. Staff training will take place the week of May 26th.
• After Spring Zoo Camp, you will work 15-20 hours per week, with the possibility of additional hours as needed, until May 23 when it will switch to full time.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Zoo Camp Director with daily activities during camp hours.
• Assist with the training of new and returning Zoo Camp staff.
• Order and obtain supplies used for the Zoo Camp program.
• Provide administrative support to insure the program's success.
• Supervise Zoo Camp staff and assist with programs and group management.
• Communicate with parents/guardians on a daily basis.
• Ensures the safety of campers, staff and guests at all times.
• Interacts with Zoo guests courteously and offers proper attention at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree with a background in education, biology, zoology, environmental studies, or related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of teaching experience, a teaching credential is a plus.
• Must have experience working with young children.
• Supervisory experience and experience working with and giving guidance to youth and adult volunteers preferred.

Desired Qualifications:

• The San Francisco Zoo encourages bilingual candidates to apply.
• CPR and First -Aid certification preferred.
• Experience working with children with special needs a plus.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to bend, squat, talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands for grasping, fine work and assembly, reaching, kneeling, or twisting.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, use hands to push/pull, crawl, taste, or smell. The employee must frequently lift up to 25 pounds.

Note:

• The individual in this position is expected to work all assigned weeks unless specific days off are approved by the Zoo Camp director prior to employment.

To Apply

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