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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #27Thursday, July 18, 2024This Assistant Craftsworker position will focus on Electric, Gas, and Water. This may include, but is not limited to installing, maintenance and repair of electrical control, wiring and lighting systems; troubleshooting basic electrical, gas and plumbing issues; and gas meter calibration and repair. This is a regular, full-time, union position with an hourly wage of $28.39 and offers a comprehensive benefits package. The work schedule is typically Monday – Friday with rotating weekends. Craftsw ...Read more about EGW - Assistant CraftsworkerMore
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #26Tuesday, July 9, 2024BASIC FUNCTION: This position contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago by providing safe and secure entrance to construction vehicles by opening and closing various construction gates and escorting construction vehicles through the park during working hours in support of Master Planning and Capital construction projects in support of strategic goals related to guest experience and animal welfare. PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Reasonable accommodations may be made to e ...Read more about P&F Admin - Craftsworker (Seasonal)More
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #25Monday, July 8, 2024BASIC FUNCTION: This position contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago (“BZC”) by, under close supervision, providing general care for animals and performs related work of maintaining buildings, grounds, and interpretives in assigned area. Inform, assist, and direct guests as necessary. PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions of the posit ...Read more about Marine Mammals - Assistant Animal Care SpecialistMore
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #24Monday, July 8, 2024BASIC FUNCTION: This position contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago and the goals of providing an extraordinary guest experience and financial sustainability by helping to generate revenue through the operation of the Carousel and providing extraordinary guest experience by operating the switchboard, assisting with mailroom operations, assisting with guests’ admissions needs and transactions, responding to inquiries, and providing overall support to the Guest Servic ...Read more about Carousel - Attractions & Support Associate (Seasonal)More
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #23Tuesday, July 2, 2024Our Aquatic Department is currently reimagining the aquatic collection and guest engagement experiences to engage and inspire our guests to appreciate the significance of aquatic ecosystems. Additionally, we are increasing our involvement in the AZA community and forging global conservation partnerships to actively assist in protecting endangered species and their habitats. As we embark on this exciting journey, we are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic individual to join our team. BASI ...Read more about Aquatics - Assistant Animal Care SpecialistMore
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #22Wednesday, June 26, 2024BASIC FUNCTION: The Admissions Associate (seasonal) contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago (“BZC”) by courteously and efficiently accommodating guests’ admission needs and ensuring that all transactions are accurate to assure guests have a quality and enjoyable experience, thus contributing to Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s goals of providing an extraordinary guest experience and generating revenue to contribute to BZC’s overall revenue goals. PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RE ...Read more about Admissions - Associate (Seasonal)More
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #21Monday, June 24, 2024BASIC FUNCTION: This position contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago (“BZC”) by providing general high-quality care for the welfare of the collection and performing related work of maintaining buildings, grounds, and interpretives in assigned area under close supervision. Informs, assists, and directs guests as necessary to provide a great guest experience. PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals wit ...Read more about Marine Mammals - Animal Care Specialist (Seasonal)More
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #20Friday, June 21, 2024BASIC FUNCTION: The Play Partner (seasonal) contributes to the success of the Brookfield Zoo Chicago (“BZC”) by facilitating play experiences in the Hamill Family Play Zoo for children, newborns to age 10, to provide fun and meaningful ways of connecting children with animals and nature and to provide adults with the approaches and encouragement to help children develop caring attitudes towards the natural world in support of Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s mission. PRIMARY JOB DUTIES ...Read more about NatureStart Programs - Play Partner (Seasonal)More
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #19Friday, June 14, 2024This position is working with large and/or small hooved animals (exotic ungulates); capture and restraint skills and operant conditioning skills a plus. As Brookfield Zoo is open 363 days a year, Seasonal Animal Care positions require the ability to work rotating shifts including weekends, holidays and evenings. BASIC FUNCTION: This position contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago (“BZC”) by providing general high-quality care for the welfare of the collection and ...Read more about Hoofed Mammals - Animal Care Specialist (Seasonal)More
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #18Thursday, June 13, 2024BASIC FUNCTION: This position contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago (“BZC”) by, under close supervision, providing general care for animals and performs related work of maintaining buildings, grounds, and interpretives in assigned area. Inform, assist, and direct guests as necessary. PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions of the posit ...Read more about Primates - Assistant Animal Care SpecialistMore
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #17Thursday, June 13, 2024This position encompasses two areas in the zoo: Wild Encounters, where families can feed birds in our large aviary; visit, pet, and feed our adorable goats; visit the llamas, alpacas, reindeer, and visit wallaby walk. Hamill Family Play Zoo, an interactive play adventure filled with animals, plants, and people that engages children and families helping to develop caring attitudes towards the natural world. The Play Zoo lets children touch animals, paint murals, plant gardens, discover insects ...Read more about HFPZ/Wild Encounters - Animal Care Specialist (Seasonal)More
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #14Thursday, June 6, 2024Brookfield Zoo’s Animal Care and Programs unit has undergone a reorganization which has resulted in staff promotions and opened up several director positions. With the new institutional master plan nearing completion, we are preparing to undertake a series of large projects over the next decade. Opening in Spring 2025, the new $66 million Tropical Forests habitat will offer the first peek at the big things to come at Brookfield Zoo Chicago. The nearly three acres of outdoor space will featur ...Read more about Primates - Director of Animal Care and ConservationMore
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #16Monday, June 3, 2024BASIC FUNCTION: This position contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago (“BZC”) by promptly and effectively responding to and resolving level I and some level II customer support requests to support users with solutions needed to achieve BZC goals, mission, and business objectives. Assures resolution to customers’ satisfaction on all requests, including those tasked to others, in accordance with BZC policies and Information Technology (“IT”) procedures. PRIMARY JOB D ...Read more about Help Desk - Senior Support SpecialistMore
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #15Monday, June 3, 2024Brookfield Zoo Chicago is seeking an experienced IT professional with proven leadership, coaching and development skills; excellent customer focus; experience with maintaining strong customer relationships; strong technical expertise in network administration, systems management, cloud technologies, and cybersecurity principles to bring our IT Operations and support functions to the next level. Someone who is ready for the challenge and opportunities that growth brings. BASIC FUNCTION: ...Read more about IT Admin - Director, IT OperationsMore
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #12Tuesday, May 28, 2024BASIC FUNCTION: This position contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago (“BZC”) by providing general high-quality care for the welfare of the collection and performing related work of maintaining buildings, grounds, and interpretives in assigned area under close supervision. Informs, assists, and directs guests as necessary to provide a great guest experience. PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals wit ...Read more about Animal Ambassadors - Animal Care Specialist (Seasonal)More
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #13Tuesday, May 28, 2024BASIC FUNCTION: The Assistant Custodian contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago ("BZC") by performing routine and standard Custodial duties and functions in accordance with standard operating procedures under supervision in order to meet operating needs to contribute to the cleanliness of the park and provide an exceptional guest experience. PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essen ...Read more about Custodial Services - Assistant CustodianMore
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #9Thursday, May 16, 2024BASIC FUNCTION: This position contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago (“BZC”) and its financial sustainability through the coordination of the foundation grants program and the fulfillment of benefits for the Corporate Partners Program, with a focus on a portfolio of entry and mid-level giving. This position assists with securing new and renewed advertising for the Gateways member magazine in addition to assisting with other corporate fundraising initiatives. PRIMA ...Read more about Coordinator, Corporate & Foundation RelationsMore
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #8Tuesday, May 14, 2024BASIC FUNCTION: This position contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago (“BZC”) by performing routine and standard custodial duties and functions throughout the zoo under supervision in order to meet operating needs and in accordance with routine operating procedures to provide an exceptional guest experience. PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ...Read more about Custodial Services - Custodian (Seasonal)More
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #7Thursday, May 9, 2024Our dolphins are back!! BASIC FUNCTION: This position contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago (“BZC”) by providing general high-quality care for the welfare of the collection and performing related work of maintaining buildings, grounds, and interpretives in assigned area under close supervision. Informs, assists, and directs guests as necessary to provide a great guest experience. PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reasonable accommodations may be made t ...Read more about Marine Mammals - Animal Care Specialist (Seasonal)More
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #5Wednesday, May 8, 2024Brookfield Zoo’s Animal Care and Programs unit has undergone a reorganization which has resulted in staff promotions and opened up several director positions, the Director of Hooved Mammal Care and Conservation being one of them. With the new institutional master plan nearing completion, we are preparing to undertake a series of large projects over the next decade. Our Hooved Mammal Department will be at the center of some of the first projects and we are looking for a person to help lead that e ...Read more about Hoofed Mammals - Director of Animal Care and ConservationMore
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #4Friday, May 3, 2024BASIC FUNCTION: The Seasonal Groundskeeper (CMV driving position) contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago (“BZC”) by performing routine and standard Grounds duties and functions, such as park clean-up, paper picking, lawn mowing, waste removal, mulching, etc., with supervision in accordance with routine operating procedures in order to meet operating needs and to contribute to the cleanliness, beauty, and aesthetics of the park to meet operating needs and provide an ex ...Read more about Grounds - Groundskeeper (CMV) (Seasonal)More
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #3Friday, May 3, 2024Brookfield Zoo Chicago’s Animal Care and Programs unit has undergone a reorganization which has resulted in staff promotions and opened up several director positions, the Director of Carnivore/Small Mammal Care and Conservation being one of them. With the new institutional master plan nearing completion, we are preparing to undertake a series of large projects over the next decade. Our Carnivore/Small Mammal Department will be at the center of some of the first projects and we are looking for a ...Read more about Carnivores/Small Mammals - DirectorMore
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Chicago Zoological Society | Brookfield Zoo, 3300 Golf Rd, Brookfield, IL, USA ● Req #2Friday, May 3, 2024BASIC FUNCTION: The Adventure Guide (seasonal) contributes to the success of Brookfield Zoo Chicago (“BZC”) and the goals of providing an extraordinary guest experience and to BZC’s goal of financial sustainability by helping to generate revenue through the operation of the Carousel, Motor Safari trams, and buses. Specifically, responsible for transporting guests on designated routes throughout the park, narrating motor safari tours, operating the Carousel, providing access contr ...Read more about Motor Safari - Adventure Guide (Seasonal)More