Jobs Posted on the Whova Community Board of NWRA Symposium 2022
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Wildlife a Rehabilitator (full time)
May Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, Lees-McRae College Serve as Liaison between senior staff/faculty and students to improve depth of student learning, professionalism, and soundness/continuity of patient care.
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North American Class Coordinator
The IWRC Organize and enact all aspects of classroom and virtual wildlife rehabilitation classes Maintain classes on website and online store Engage in course outreach efforts ... Manage and engage independent contract instructors And More!
Please email your resume and cover letter as a single PDF to director@theiwrc.org. Position is open until filled but priority review will begin on Mar 9, 2022.
The International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council is an equal opportunity employer. Our organization serves a global community of wildlife rehabilitators, carers, and professionals and is made stronger by diversity. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, parental status, marital status, veteran status, or national or ethnic origin. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Link:https://theiwrc.org/job-postings-and-animal-placement/show-ad/?id=118931See More >>
Membership and Development Coordinator
The IWRC Coordinate and host monthly Coffee and Tea with the IWRC Seminars Design outreach plans for membership recruitment and retention Maintain membership engagement Manage so... cial media pages Organize fundraising campaigns Cultivate relationships with current and potential donors
How to Apply: Please email your resume and cover letter as a single PDF to director@theiwrc.org. Position is open until filled but priority review will begin on Mar 9, 2022.
The International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council is an equal opportunity employer. Our organization serves a global community of wildlife rehabilitators, carers, and professionals and is made stronger by diversity. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, parental status, marital status, veteran status, or national or ethnic origin. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
TWRC Wildlife Center Since 1979, TWRC Wildlife Center has been committed to providing quality emergency care and rehabilitation for injured, ill, and orphaned wildlife brought to us by the public. TWR... C has several seasonal openings for Supervisors in our Animal Care Program (ACP). Animals in the program include, but are not limited to - squirrels, opossums, doves, and songbirds.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Animal husbandry includes feeding and weighing animals, cleaning enclosures, monitoring behavior, and providing enrichment activities. Learn and implement patient protocols by species. Medical work includes stabilizing patients, tube feeding, administering oral and subcutaneous fluids, medicating, bandaging, and record keeping. Make sure animal feeding schedules are adhered to. Assess animals for release criteria. General cleaning duties include dishes, laundry, bathrooms, sweeping, and mopping. Oversee the training and task assignments of volunteers and interns. Effectively communicate with TWRC staff members and volunteers. Maintain a safe and professional working environment.
New Mexico Wildlife Center TITLE: Curator of Animals and Education Programs
PURPOSE:
Primary responsibility for the daily care, health, well-being and training of approximate... ly 35 Ambassador Animals, including raptors, mammals, reptiles and amphibians at NMWC
Schedule, supervise, train and evaluate Education staff, interns and volunteers
In collaboration with the Education Coordinator and Education Assistant develop and implement nature-based educational programming for on-site, off-site and virtual audiences utilizing Ambassador Animals.
Ensure educational programs support NMWC’s mission
Responsible for maintaining permits and record keeping, and in collaboration with Executive Director budgeting, purchasing and facility maintenance
CLASSIFICATION: Full-time, salaried exempt; this position is limited by all NMWC policies and local, state, and federal laws, rules and regulations.
REPORTS TO: Executive Director
SUPERVISES: Education Coordinator, Asst. Curator, interns and volunteers
WORK HOURS: Tuesday through Saturday 8:00am until 4.30pm. Some nights and holiday work hours required. Some travel required including overnight and out of state.
BENEFITS: Partial health insurance reimbursement, PTO, holidays as described in NMWC employee manual
New Mexico Wildlife Center TITLE: Wildlife Rehabilitator
PURPOSE:
Through the application of current best practices ensure the best attainable medical care, treatment a... nd rehabilitation outcomes for wildlife patients at NMWC.
Assist the Wildlife Rehabilitation Manager in the supervision and training of seasonal staff, interns and volunteers.
Assist NMWC’s veterinarian in the care and treatment of wildlife patients.
Support initiatives and practices that place NMWC as a national leader in wildlife care and rehabilitation.
CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time, non-exempt.
REPORTS TO: Wildlife Rehabilitation Manager.
SUPERVISES: Wildlife hospital volunteers and interns.
WORK HOURS: Work hours are seasonally variable, typically 5 days/40 hours per week. Some nights, weekend, and holiday work hours required. Some in-state travel required.
BENEFITS: Health insurance reimbursement, PTO, holidays as described in NMWC employee manual.
OVERTIME: Overtime only upon prior written approval of supervisor.
POSITION SUMMARY: The wildlife rehabilitator is responsible for the care, rehabilitation, and release of approximately 800-1,000 animals annually. Supervises and trains hospital interns and volunteers, and works to advance NMWC’s mission.
Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVTs) assist in the treatment and rehabilitation of injured, orphaned or sick wild animals. They perform a variety of veterinary medical ca... re and support services; provide necessary guidance to volunteers and interns; properly manage and adhere to all WRC medical, safety and training procedures; and maintain high quality standards in medical care, facility maintenance and record keeping.
The position is part of our medical team of five-full time and three part-time staff veterinarians and six certified veterinary technicians in a fully equipped veterinary hospital including: digital radiology, ultrasound, in-house lab (including teaching microscope), a surgical suite, XRF lead detection, and critical care capabilities.
WRC is open seven days a week, 365 days a year, has a full-time staff of 26, and relies greatly on the efforts of more than 600 volunteers.
Details & Requirements
Must have and maintain a veterinary technician certification in the state of MN.
World Bird Sanctuary The job is a full time/seasonal position, starting 5 April and ending about 15 September. Your training would start on 5 April at World Bird Sanctuary headquarters. On or about ... 25 April you would move to one of 2 cities; Buffalo, NY or Milwaukee WI. You will be part of a 4 person team that produces and presents a live, educational and entertaining bird show. Housing will be provided by World Bird Sanctuary at whatever location you would go to, and also while you are in St. Louis. If you are interested, please send your resume, cover letter and 3 professional references to jmeshach@worldbirdsanctuary.org Jeff Meshach, deputy director of World Bird Sanctuary, is at the NWRA symposium, so he is available to further explain the job.
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Seasonal Animal Care Staff - Oconomowoc WI
Wildlife In Need Center Seasonal Animal Care Staff General Position Guidelines: The Seasonal Animal Care Staff assists with the care, treatment, and release of wild patients at the Wildlife in Need... Center. This position is 20-24 hours per week through October 31, 2022 and reports to the Director of Animal Care. To apply: Please submit a resume, three professional references and cover letter explaining how your qualifications fit the requirements of this position to Elisa Fosco at lfosco@helpingwildife.org by March 10, 2022.
Wildlife In Need Center The Animal Care Staff/Wildlife Rehabilitator is responsible for the care, treatment and release of wildlife patients according to accepted standards and documented procedures. The... Animal Care Staff/Wildlife Rehabilitator is also responsible for compliance with required state and federal reporting, procedures, including annual admission/disposition statistics, drug usage reporting, and any other directives issued by agencies governing the animal care activities of the Wildlife In Need Center. This position reports to the Director of Animal Care. This is a full time, salaried position. The starting salary is $25,000 based on qualifications and experience. Primary hours vary annually, but will include some holidays, weekends, and evenings. This position is available immediately. To apply, email detailed cover letter, resume, availability, contact information for three references, salary expectations and references to lfosco@helpingwildlife.org Link:http://www.helpingwildlife.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Animal-Care-Staff-2021-.pdfSee More >>
Wildlife Veterinarian
Nebraska Wildlife Rehab The Wildlife Veterinarian will be responsible for the medical assessment, treatment, and care of
wildlife received by NWR. They will be the only full-time staff veterinarian at th... e Baldwin Wildlife
Center and Hubbard Family Wildlife Hospital - a brand new state-of-the-art facility.
This is an opportunity to build a professional,
innovative veterinary program in a large, established wildlife rehabilitation facility with ample room for growth.
The position will generally be 5 days per week, including some weekends and holidays, with
some scheduling flexibility. In case of emergency, Veterinarian may periodically be called for
assessment or procedure.
Wildlife Care Specialist & Intern Supervisor (seasonal)
Nebraska Wildlife Rehab This person will provide superior husbandry and care for native wildlife in a brand new, state-of-the art facility at an established wildlife center and will assist in supervising... interns and the day-to-day operations of the Wildlife Center. To see the full job description, please follow the link below. For more information please contact Erin Higgins using the contact information below or message Laura Stastny on Whova or find her at the wildlife conference.
Link:https://nebraskawildliferehab.org/who-we-are/employment-opportunities.htmlSee More >>
Level II Wildlife Rehab Intern (paid, seasonal)
Nebraska Wildlife Rehab Duties include:
Cleaning and care of wildlife in outside pre-release cages.
Enrichment and oversight of the wilding and release of wildlife.
Participating in ... rescues and transportation of wildlife.
Nebraska Wildlife Rehab NWR offers internships to university students to fulfill internship credit in certain fields, or for students wanting to gain hands-on experience in the fields of Wildlife Ma... nagement, Veterinary Medicine, and Animal Science. NWR is a high-volume wildlife center operating out of a brand new, state-of-the-art Center and veterinary hospital in Omaha, NE.
These internships are unpaid, and all travel, food, and lodging costs are the responsibility of the intern. We will accept applications from any current or recently graduated university student in the United States. Housing may be available for a fee.
Duties include:
Feeding orphaned wildlife
Cleaning and disinfecting wildlife cages and nurseries
Assisting in the care of injured and ill adult wildlife
Creating and implementing enrichment for wild patients
Assisting with the intake of new patients as needed
Serving as an ambassador for NWR and Nebraska's native wildlife
Documenting patient feeding and medical treatments
Cleaning tasks as assigned.
Level I interns work an average of 22 hours per week.
Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh HARP operates Pennsylvanias second largest, fully licensed wildlife clinic specializing in the care of native wildlife. When concerned neighbors come to us with an animal that nee... ds help, we work to provide treatment and rehabilitation so the animals can ultimately be returned to their natural habitat. As an open door-facility since 1997, we have treated over 40,000 patients, relying on donations from the community to continue our conservation work. HARPs release rate of over 60% is almost twice the national US average for wildlife rehabilitation. In addition, the Wildlife Center maintains a permanent education ambassador collection comprised of various native Pennsylvania species. Our Center operates in compliance with the United States Department of Agriculture, Pennsylvania Game Commission, United States Fish and Boat Service and United Stated Federal Wildlife Service.
New Mexico Wildlife Center Wildlife Rehabilitation Manager
PURPOSE:
Oversee NMWC’s hospital and rehabilitation program.
Through the application of current best practic... es ensure the best attainable medical care, treatment and rehabilitation outcomes for wildlife patients at NMWC.
Provide leadership and management that places the hospital and rehabilitation operations of NMWC as a national leader in wildlife care and rehabilitation.
CLASSIFICATION: Full time exempt
REPORTS TO: Executive Director
SUPERVISES: Wildlife Rehabilitators, Volunteers and Interns
WORK HOURS: Work hours are seasonably variable, typically 5 days/40 hours per week. Some nights, weekend and holiday work hours required. Some in-state travel required.
BENEFITS: Health insurance reimbursement, PTO, holidays as described in NMWC employee manual.
OVERTIME: N/A
POSITION SUMMARY
The Wildlife Rehabilitation Manager has the primary responsibility of overseeing the operation of NMWC’s hospital and rehabilitation program. This position supervises other full-time and seasonal rehabilitators along with volunteers and student interns. The Manager works closely with NMWC’s resident and associated veterinarians to coordinate care and treatment of animal patients. In collaboration with the Executive Director the Manager ensures that the facility, equipment, supply and material needs of the hospital and rehabilitation operations are met. Further, that all local, state, and federal permitting and reporting are current. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring that accurate, timely and complete records are maintained and managed. The Wildlife Rehabilitation Manager works with the Communications & Outreach Manager in the coordination of the volunteer and intern programs and in externally communicating the work of the hospital and rehabilitation to the general public, donors, media, elected officials and other conservation organizations and agencies.
Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network Under the Director of Rehabilitation, this position performs daily wildlife rehabilitation care and supervises volunteers at the Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Center. Duties for thi... s position include supervising all care of songbirds; training new year-round and seasonal staff members as well as volunteers and interns in songbird rehabilitation; maintaining updated songbird protocols in conjunction with the Rehabilitation Director and Staff Veterinarian; answering phone calls and responding to the public regarding local wildlife issues and concerns.
Pelican Harbor Seabird Station looking for a full time, experienced wildlife rehabilitator. Must be available to work weekends and holidays. Email resume with references to Yaritza Acosta, Rehab Manager.... > Description of Work: Assists in overseeing the day-to-day wildlife rehabilitation operations to ensure that patient welfare meets the highest standards (e.g., triage and assessment, medical/veterinary care and treatment plans, diet plans, feeding and weaning schedules, housing requirements, environmental enrichment, and release).
Supervision Received: Reports directly to Rehabilitation Manager.
● Miscellaneous tasks/requests that support the organization.
● Maintain WRMD entries.
● Check emails daily and respond the same business day.
● Perform and/or supervise evaluations, triage, develop treatment plans, calculates dosage, and administers medications, radiographs, etc.
● Preparation and administration of appropriate diets
● Infant animal feedings, cage setup, enrichment, etc.
● Assist veterinarian during treatments and surgeries.
● Assist with volunteer and intern training.
● Perform rescues/transport of injured wildlife if needed.
● Release patients as needed.
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Intake Team Lead
Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network Under the direction of the Director of Animal Care and the Director of Rehabilitation, this position conducts initial intake examinations on patients at the Santa Barbara Wildlife... Care Network. Duties for this position include supervising volunteers and interns in assisting with the intake, triage, and initial treatment process; communication of the status of new patients and the proposed treatment plan to animal care staff and ensuring that they are set up in appropriate housing for their initial needs; performing euthanasias when necessary; entering all new patient records in a complete and timely manner; and assisting with answering phone calls related to potential new patients as needed and time permitting. Additionally, this position assists with other aspects of rehabilitation and medical care and with updating protocols during slower parts of the year.
North Carolina Zoo’s Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Requirements: Prospective interns must be in an undergraduate, associates program, or recently graduated (within one year) from a relevant field of study, be able to lift a minimu... m of 50 lbs., bend, stoop, stand for periods of at least 30 minute intervals, walk on variable substrate, work in all climatic conditions, be able to read & follow instructions, communicate clearly, perform simple calculations and have dependable transportation. Interns must be rabies vaccinated to care for adult self/feeding and education mammals. Unvaccinated interns may assist with the hand-rearing of orphaned mammals, care for birds and reptiles, and perform all other responsibilities. This position may not be suitable for individuals who are immune suppressed and/or pregnant. Persons who are hearing, sight, or speech impaired should bring this to the attention of the supervisor so reasonable accommodations can be made
Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network Under the direction of the Staff Veterinarian, this position performs daily wildlife care and medical triage, including drawing up medications, performing radiographs, performing ... fecal examinations and basic blood work, monitoring anesthesia during surgeries and other sedated procedures, keeping medical records updated, and supervising volunteers in a variety of tasks at the Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Center.
Center Valley Animal Rescue We’re currently looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician or an experienced Veterinary Assistant. This person would be doing weekly checks on all of our animals and keeping up ... on routine medical care, as needed. They will also be helping move animals through the quarantine process, assisting with spay and neuter clinics, communicating with our veterinarians about animal needs, and helping educate our staff, interns and volunteers.
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Director of the Wildlife Medical Clinic, Faculty
University of Illinois - College of Veterinary Medicine We are seeking a veterinarian with a passion for wildlife medicine and for working closely with veterinary students to develop their clinical and leadership skills.
... The Wildlife Medical Clinic occupies recently renovated and purpose-built space in the Veterinary Medicine South Clinic. Access to digital radiology, surgical/anesthetic suite, dedicated wards, and client reception in the shared Vet Med South Clinic Building. Opportunities to consult with veterinary specialists throughout the Veterinary Teaching Hospital on cases as needed. Approximately 130 veterinary and undergraduate student volunteers caring for about 2,000 ill or injured native Illinois wildlife annually. Invigorating collaborations across disciplines to advance veterinary science, student instruction, and patient care. Growing college of veterinary medicine pursuing ambitious strategic plan. World-class land-grant campus with global impact. Affordable and friendly community with rich array of cultural and leisure opportunities; three metropolitan centers within two hours’ drive.
Link:https://vetmed.illinois.edu/2022/03/02/two-faculty-positions-in-zoological-medicine/#Assistant-Professor-Lecturer-InstructorSee More >>
Tamarack wildlife center Seeking enthusiastic team member with skills in marketing, social media, and fundraising. Job also includes assisting in rehab and education programming as need arises.
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