Avian Care Technician

AVIAN CARE TECHNICIAN Full-Time: June-September (40 Hours/Week) / Part-time: October-May (20-24 Hours/Week) Employment Dates: June 1 preferred or sooner if possible Supervised By: Avian Care Director, Associate Avian Care Director, and Education Coordinator Compensation: $21/hour Application Due Date: Open until filled

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION The mission of Teton Raptor Center (TRC) is to advance raptor conservation through education, research, and rehabilitation. To that end, the Avian Care Team is dedicated to maintaining a healthy population of resident raptors and rehab patients. This is achieved through efforts to stay current with best practices in avian husbandry,rehab., training, and enrichment; excellent communication and collaboration amongst the staff and volunteers; and dedication to maintaining a positive and healthy work environment for all.

The Avian Care Technician will be responsible for ensuring avian ambassadors and rehab patients are cared for in accordance with TRC’s protocols, all state and federal wildlife regulations, and TRC permits under the direction of the senior Avian Care staff. In addition to these duties, the Avian Care Technician will deliver TRC’s education programs and support program logistics, communications, and other projects. The season and program demand will play a role in the division of labor. Teton Raptor Center cares for birds 365 days a year. Avian Care Staff are expected to share out responsibilities working weekends, holidays, and evenings.

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