Part-time Zoo Program Assistant

REPORTS TO

Program Specialist

FLSA STATUS

Non-­Exempt

CLASSIFICATION

Part-time / No Benefits - Serves at the discretion of the Department Director.

PAY GRADE

: 103 SAFETY

SENSITIVE

No Purpose of Job The purpose of this position is to serve as an assistant to the full-time zoo staff. This position hosts the weekend zoo birthday party programs by providing educational animal encounter programs and zoo tours for birthday party attendees. Animal handling and husbandry duties are required. Care, training, and transport of the zoo's ambassador animal collection and their use in zoo programs and birthday parties. Zoo classroom cleaning duties and participation in zoo special events as needed. Job Related Requirements

WORK SCHEDULE

: Saturdays and Sundays; 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. May be required to work on religious holidays. Regular and predictable attendance is required. Must work cooperatively with others. Responsible for a clean and safe work environment. When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy. Previous experience in any of the following areas: working with animals, leading programs or activities with children, docent or other similar type of experience. Must possess a valid driver's license. The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all ­inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Plans and instructs programs and parties at assigned facilities. Completes in-house training with zoo staff on animal care and handling and party hosting. Resolves problems that may arise in a proactive and professional manner. Regularly monitors and inspects program areas, indoors and outdoors, to ensure safety of the patrons, activities and the facility. Inventories and maintains program equipment and supplies. Assists with problems the public may encounter while attending a program. Assists with set-up and breakdown of various areas for parties, events and programs. Enforces rules and regulations and ensures safety of all patrons and personal property. Follows all animal care standards and practices as established by Bear Hollow Zoo. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of assigned division in the Leisure Services Department. Knowledge of management and recreational practices, policies, and procedures as necessary in the completion of daily responsibilities. Knowledge of all applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards and regulations pertaining to the duties and responsibilities of the job. Ability to effectively communicate and interact with subordinates, management, employees, members of the general public and all other groups involved in the activities of the Athens ­Clarke County Government as they relate to the Leisure Services Department. Ability to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear and effective manner. Ability to stay informed of any changes in policy, methods, operations, budgetary and equipment needs, etc. as they pertain to departmental operations and activities. Ability to effectively handle human relations and technical subjects. Ability to handle the required mathematical calculations. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. (ADA)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including a computer, scanner, copier, calculator, fax, etc. Must be able to use body members to work, move, or carry objects or materials.

This position requires:

walking, standing, bending, stooping, fingering, grasping, feeling, seeing, talking, and hearing. Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those of medium work.

DATA CONCEPTION

Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION

Requires the ability to hear, speak and/or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving / receiving assignments and/or directions to co­workers and from supervisors.

LANGUAGE ABILITY

Requires ability to read a variety of memos and informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures. Requires the ability to prepare reports, logs and maintenance forms using prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style. Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control, and confidence.

INTELLIGENCE

Requires the ability to learn and understand basic principles and techniques, to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation, and to make independent judgment in the absence of management.

VERBAL APTITUDE

Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of administrative, technical, or professional languages including mechanical and electrical terminology.

NUMERICAL APTITUDE

Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas, to add and subtract totals, to multiply and divide, and to utilize and determine percentages.

FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE

Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with construction, mechanical, and electrical tools.

MOTOR COORDINATION

Requires the ability to coordinate hands, fingers, and eyes accurately in using construction, mechanics, carpentry, landscaping, plumbing, and electrical equipment. Requires the ability to lift, push, bend and pull objects or materials using body parts as the position necessitates.

MANUAL DEXTERITY

Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as a computer, copying machine, calculator and typewriter. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

COLOR DISCRIMINATION

May require the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.

INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT

Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under considerable stress when confronted with an emergency.

PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION

Requires the ability to talk and/or hear: (Talking ­ expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing ­ perceiving nature of sounds by ear). Must be able to communicate via telephone, two-way radio. ACCGov is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ACCGov is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Leah Jagatic, HR Coordinator, Human Resources, 762-400-6370 or leah.jagatic@accgov.com .