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The Buffalo Zoo Invites you to apply for the following positions
Seasonal Part Time Job opportunities
There are no Seasonal Part Time Jobs at this time
Full Time Job Opportunities
Science Magnet School Liaison
Full-time position – Monday-Friday; Sunday-Thursday (during summer)
The Buffalo Zoo is seeking an individual to develop and instruct the Zoo Science
curriculum for students in grades pre-K – 2nd in Buffalo Public School #90. This position also requires the individual to supervise seasonal education assistants in the Delta Sonic Heritage Farm, Lorikeet Landing, and the Bone Zone during the peak summer months. This staff member reports directly to the Curator of Education.
Successful candidates must possess:
Education (Minimum Needed):
Four year degree in Education or zoo-related science.
Experience (Minimum Needed):
Six months of teaching/public speaking experience to diverse audiences or equivalent experience.
Specialized Knowledge Needed for Performance of Job:
Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications
Knowledge of New York State Learning Standards (particularly MST standards) and Buffalo Public School curriculum requirements (preferred).
Special Skills:
Well developed writing, organizational and communication skills.
Supervisory skills.
Other:
Reliable transportation to travel between Zoo and BPS #90.
Send resume, cover letter and salary requirements by 8/30/10 to:
Attn: Curator of Education
Buffalo Zoo
300 Parkside Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14214-1999
School Programs Specialists
3 Full-time positions – Monday-Friday (school year); Flexible (during summer)
The Buffalo Zoo is seeking three individuals to help develop, coordinate, and instruct onsite and distance learning school/teacher programs with a strong emphasis on a new 5th grade zoo residency program in partnership with the Buffalo Public Schools. These individuals will also aide in summer teen and seasonal camp programs.
Successful candidates must possess:
Education (Minimum Needed):
Four year degree in an education, zoo, or science-related field.
Experience (Minimum Needed):
Six months of public speaking/teaching to range of audiences or equivalent experience.
Animal handling experience (preferred).
Special Knowledge Needed for Performance of Job:
Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications.
Knowledge of New York State MST Learning Standards (preferred).
Working knowledge of videoconferencing equipment (preferred).
Special Skills:
Well developed writing, organizational and communication skills.
Other:
Monday-Friday schedule during school year. Flexible summer schedule required.
Must have a valid NYS driver’s license and have an average or better driving record based on the evaluation process of our insurance company.
Must have reliable transportation to travel between BPS schools and Buffalo Zoo for school pre-visits.
Send resume, cover letter and salary requirements by 9/7/10 to:
Attn: Curator of Education
Buffalo Zoo
300 Parkside Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14214-1999
Part Time Job Opportunities
Food Service Assistant Manager Part Time
Individual responsible for daily operation of Food Service Unit, Main Stand, out post and take out window. Duties include staff supervision, scheduling, cash management, inventory maintenance and control and providing resolution to guest service issues while maintaining the highest possible standard of customer service.
Minimum 3 years experience in supervisory food service oriented position. Must have exceptional communication skills, be multi-tasked oriented and available to work weekends and holidays. EOE send resume and salary requirements of Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave Buffalo NY 14214. No phone calls please
Denise J.B. Maloney
Director of Administration & Finance
Buffalo Zoological Gardens
300 Parkside Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14214-1999
HOW TO APPLY FOR EMPLOYMENT
When possible, the Zoo will fill job vacancies with qualified internal candidates. As necessary, vacant positions will be advertised in the newspaper, on the Buffalo Zoo web-site and in selected professional publications.
Individuals interested in employment with the Zoo may obtain an application by contacting the Zoo at (716) 837-3900 Ext. 100 or applications may be obtained at the General Admissions Gate or the Switchboard or
DOWNLOAD EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION HERE.
Completed applications/resumes may be mailed to the Buffalo Zoo (Att: Human Resources Dept.) at 300 Parkside Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14214 or returned to the General Admissions Gate.
All applications and resumes will be held on file for one year. These applications/resumes will be reviewed if an appropriate position becomes available.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Buffalo Zoo is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic predisposition, carrier status, sexual orientation, and all other categories covered under federal and local law.
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