Wildlife Care Technician (Seasonal)

Anderson Humane is a progressive, limited-admission humane society. Our wildlife rehabilitation program cares for over 3,000 injured and orphaned native Illinois animals each year. We are a fast-paced organization dedicated to the animals in our care and the people we impact; and we work hard to create a positive work environment.

Our Wildlife Care Technicians are a big factor in the success of our wildlife program each year. We emphasize the importance of exercising humane and confident handling of a wide variety of wildlife species at all times. Our team of Wildlife Rehabilitators needs Wildlife Care Techs to help with the daily husbandry of our injured and orphaned wildlife patients while also directing interns and volunteers at our Elburn location. Compensation is $15.00 per hour; Wildlife Care Techs are hired for Anderson Humane’s busy season (April through October) and work four consecutive days a week including one weekend day.
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What you’ll be doing:
Supervising and assisting Wildlife volunteers and interns with animal husbandry tasks
Assisting Wildlife staff manage cases of severe illness and trauma; such as fluid therapy, wound care, and administering injections and medications.
Handling wildlife animals with a high level of caution and compassion while being attentive to their needs and well-being.
Engaging in positive and constructive conversations with the public on proper care of wildlife animals.

What to expect:
Willingness and ability to work with animals of all temperaments and species.
Exposure to high noise levels; potential exposure to zoonotic diseases, animal bites, and scratches.
Staying active: walking, standing up to 10 hours a day; and lifting up to 50 pounds (with assistance).
The need for safety awareness due to animal exposure.

What you’ll love:
Accrual of Paid Time Off hours starting from your very first day.
Saving for your future now by enrolling in our 401(k)-retirement program (must be 21-yrs old).
Eligibility for time & a half on holidays (after a brief waiting period).
Our Employee Adoption Discount

Ideal candidates have:
Previous experience caring for, and handling wildlife animals is preferred.
A sense of confidence and ease handling wildlife animals of all species and age.
Their own transportation, valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
The desire and ability to work with the public; a passion for animal welfare, and Anderson Humane’s mission.
Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills; Spanish fluency is a big plus!
Effective time management skills; can multi-task and redirect efforts with minimal supervision when priorities change.
Initiative, and excel at working independently and as a valued member of a team.