Employment Opportunities at Lincoln Park Zoo

Seasonal Guest Services Member
Staff and operate Guest Services concessions throughout the zoo. This includes the carousel, train, stroller and parking concessions and any other concessions added by the zoo. High school degree or equivalent preferred. Retail or customer service experience desirable. Must have a friendly, helpful, outgoing manner and be a self-starter with a professional appearance and attitude. Must be comfortable working with the public (especially children) in sometimes hectic situations. Computer knowledge a plus but not required. Some light lifting of boxed merchandise or equipment involved. Be able to work with mild cleaning supplies. May work special evening and weekend events as necessary. Must be available to work three to five days per week and flexible hours, including evening and weekend hours.

Retail Sales Associate (Seasonal)
To work as a cashier, assist in restocking the sales floor, assist in checking new merchandise in, greet the guests as they enter the store and assist them with any questions they may have. High School degree (or equivalent). Knowledge of customer service and retail operations. Skill in effectively resolving difficult customer service. Skill in presenting a pleasant, service-oriented persona, able to deal persuasively with zoo guests, customers and vendors. Ability to express oneself clearly and effectively in oral and written form. Ability to read and understand written and oral instructions. Ability to represent the Zoo in a professional manner at all times. Well-developed interpersonal skills. Ability to get along with diverse groups. Tactful and mature. Ability to interact courteously and respectfully with supervisors, fellow employees, volunteers, zoo visitors and general public.

Animal Keeper - SMRH
Under general supervision, participates in all aspects of daily animal care and maintenance of particular exhibits. Particular emphasis on informal educational exchange with zoo guests. Graduation from high school or equivalent (GED) is required. A Bachelor?s degree in Biological Sciences (i.e., Biology, Zoology, Ecology) or a closely related discipline is preferred. Successful candidate likely to have previous experience with represented taxa, and knowledge of general husbandry practices and methods. Previous experience in routine animal husbandry as in a zoo, aquarium or closely related activity is also desirable. Comparable education and experience may also qualify and individual. Ability to follow oral and written direction. Effective oral and written communication skills. Valid driver?s license with good driving record is desirable.

Records and Acknowledgments Coordinator
Responsible for the accurate recording of all contributions and memberships, as well as the production of appropriate acknowledgements in a timely manner. Process includes creating or updating address and other information to ensure an accurate donor database. Produce standard reports as required.

Paddleboats
Seeks dependable, outgoing dock workers for spring/summer season. Work outdoors in a great setting assisting guests with boat rides and maintaining boats. Weekend hours required; training provided. Bilingual a plus. Complete zoo application online or apply to: zooboats@yahoo.com

Director of Planned Giving
Directly and through subordinates, identify, evaluate, cultivate, track, and solicit prospects with the potential to contribute significant deferred and current gifts to Lincoln Park Zoo. Plan, Strategize and manage a comprehensive program to secure planned gifts to meet the zoo’s funding priorities. Responsible for strategizing and securing planned and major gifts from individuals and for providing coordination and leadership within Development to set priorities and seek major gift funding from all sources.

Annual Giving Assistant
Frontline person for all Annual Fund, Membership, and ADOPT an Animal customer service inquiries including donations, event registration, benefits inquiries and general questions concerning the zoo and its mission. Provide clerical and data entry support to department, as well as volunteer oversight, as needed.

Studbook Analyst
Analyze AZA studbook databases; work with studbook keepers to produce “clean” studbook and analytical database, conduct preliminary analyses in support of AZA Population Management Center staff, schedule projects and meetings, assist with meetings and center management.