Guest Services Associate
Tracy Aviary currently has full time and/or part time openings in the Guest Services department. This excellent student job allows for scheduling flexibility and unique work experience. Guest Services Associates are responsible for cashiering at the admission gate and nature store, selling memberships, leading crafts and story time with children of all ages, running our interactive amazon adventure exhibit, hosting birthday parties and much more!
To apply, send resume to shanir@tracyaviary.org or stop by and fill out an application. Compensation is $8.00/hour to start with opportunities to bonus.
Internships
The Tracy Aviary is seeking interns for a four month internship starting January 1, 2009 in the Aviculture department. Interns will receive intensive hands-on experience in the care and maintenance of a large bird collection. They will participate in all aspects of bird husbandry including cleaning, capture and restraint, record keeping, exhibit maintenance, enrichment, assisting with veterinary care, and incubation. Interns also receive classes in Bird aggression, medical procedures, Basic Handling and Training, Artificial Incubation and Egg Development, How to get a job in the Zoo field, and Perching Essentials.
The internship is 40 hours a week, from 7:30am - 4:00pm. Interns have two weekdays off in a row. The Aviary provides housing and a small monthly stipend. Interns receive similar on the job training to any new staff member. This is a great opportunity to gain zoo and exotic animal experience. Please send cover letter, resume and work references to: Rebecca Bates 589 East 1300 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84105 or rebeccab@tracyaviary.org Phone:801-596-8500 Fax:801-596-7325