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North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources

Asheboro, NC, United States
Base: $15.00 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
Handling animal ambassadors
Public speaking experience
Educational and interpretive techniques
The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) manages over 100 locations across the state, including the North Carolina Zoo, with a vision to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the future of North Carolina

Job Summary

  • The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) manages over 100 locations across the state, including the North Carolina Zoo, with a vision to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the future of North Carolina.
  • This position requires public speaking experience with the ability to correctly answer questions and patiently explain difficult material, along with knowledge of basic educational and interpretive techniques.
  • The North Carolina Zoological Park exists for the enjoyment, education and inspiration of all our citizens and visitors, with a mission to conserve and protect representative examples of natural beauty, endangered and threatened plant and animal species, and ecological features.

Matching Summary

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) manages over 100 locations across the state, including the North Carolina Zoo, with a vision to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the future of North Carolina.

Salary

Base: $15.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • handling animal ambassadors
  • public speaking experience
  • educational and interpretive techniques
  • strong communication skills
  • work outdoors in varying weather

Nice-to-have

  • tailoring education to age
  • team setting and alone
  • take initiative and work independently
  • willingness to train and handle animals

Key Requirements

  • One year of experience
  • CIG (through NAI) certification
  • First Aid and CPR certification

Work Rights

Not specified

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