Seasonal Keeper

Natural Encounters, Inc., has Seasonal Keeper openings for a motivated, creative and high energy individual who wants to grow their skills with a world renown animal training and educational facility.

POSITION SUMMARY

This temporary, hands-on role provides an exceptional opportunity to gain valuable experience in animal care and training. As a Seasonal Keeper, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day husbandry and care of our bird collection while collaborating with a dedicated team. The position is limited to a maximum of 120 days per year, with a 39.5-hour work week.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions:

• Champion animal welfare by providing daily husbandry and care, including cleaning enclosures, preparing and distributing diets and implementing enrichment activities that promote well-being and natural behaviors.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competencies:

• Demonstrate professionalism by adhering to the Code of Conduct in daily actions and interactions.
  • Works collaboratively as a team player.
  • Maintains a positive and proactive attitude.
  • Actively supports and assists team members.
• Assists with data entry, including daily record-keeping.
• Possesses excellent observational skills and a keen sensitivity to animal behavior.
• Shows commitment to continuous learning and growth by embracing feedback to improve skills and knowledge.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior internship experience in an animal care facility preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment.
• Possesses string organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Has the willingness and ability to work a varied schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Work Environment:

• Work in extreme heat – 90+ degrees
• Work in a noisy and hectic environment
• Lift up to 50lbs
• Stand/walk up to 8+ hours per day

COMPENSATION

In addition to competitive hourly pay, you’ll gain hands-on experience and build your professional network in a field that’s as rewarding as it is inspiring.

                $14.00 hourly rate for 39.5 hours per week without housing

$13.00 hourly rate for 39.5 hours per week with housing provided

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this position. Successful candidate may be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor.

Salary

$13 – $14

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your interest in this opportunity to d.evans@naturalencounters.com. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Natural Encounters, Inc.
127 Conservation Way
Winter Haven, FL 33884
Phone: 407-938-0847