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7 people are interested
Animal Care Fellowship
ORGANIZATION: The Urban Interface
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7 people are interested
Roles and Responsibilities
A local wildlife educational organization specializing in environmental education and raptor handing is seeking a highly reliable Animal Care Fellow to assist with the daily care and husbandry of wildlife and live food stock. We are looking for an individual who loves working with and caring for animals, has experience in husbandry of poultry and rodent populations, and has interest in wildlife care and management. Our organization focuses primarily on educational outreach and connecting people with nature. We are looking for someone who can assist our team in maintaining our wildlife enclosures and ensuring each of our animals gets the best care possible.
The Animal Care Fellow will:
- Work with the Facilities Director to provide daily feeding and enrichment for wildlife ambassadors
- Maintain and Develop the ongoing care and husbandry of local food stocks
- Work to ensure the facilities equipment and enclosures remain functional and safe for animals
In addition, this position will regularly assist in the following responsibilities as time permits:
- The training and handling of educational raptors and other wildlife ambassadors
- Presentation of wildlife at public events
- Various other tasks as requested by the Director
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Must be 18 years or older.
Must have a reliable form of transportation
Experience in general animal care
Friendly, hard-working personality
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1+ years’ Experience with raptors, rats, quail, or pigeons
1+ years in animal science or similar field
More opportunities with The Urban Interface
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About The Urban Interface
Location:
PO Box 5971, BRYAN, TX 77805, US
Mission Statement
The Urban Interface is an educational and conservation based organization dedicated to the careful stewardship of wildlife, human development, and the vision of creating a more balanced and sustainable Community between the two.
Description
At our core, we exist to provide education regarding ecology, biology and the importance of the natural world in today’s suburban environment while striving to provide relief and care for injured, sick, and orphaned wildlife in our area. Like the forestry term we are named after, The Urban Interface strives to be a mediator between wild lands and urban development, providing the opportunity for people to engage with nature and wildlife in a unique and safe environment that protects both parties and encourages healthy growth on both sides.
The Urban Interface is a young 501(c)3 in its emergence phase. The company is fundraising towards the development and establishment of a permanent structure and facility. The Startup costs are being provided by the directors, donors, and generous investors. The ideas and organizational structure have been fully developed, and the business has successfully raised money to establish required educational permits, non-profit status, and build an enclosure to house additional educational ambassador animals.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
P.O. Box 5971Bryan, TX 77805
DATE POSTED
January 11, 2017
SKILLS
- Animal Care / Handling
- Public Speaking
- Environmental Education
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 5-10 hours a week