Summer Camp Mentor

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification (not to expire during summer camp program: May- August) required.
• Experience working with diverse audiences and varying group size, including children (Pre-K through high school) in a formal or informal educational setting is a plus.
• Willingness to learn to work alongside a variety of animals.
• Willingness to work with children of all ages on a daily basis.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus.
• This job requires great flexibility in work schedule with weekday, evenings and occasional late nights as necessary to fulfill job duties and program requests.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate the ability to interact clearly and effectively with both internal and external customers. 
• Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and criminal background check. 
• Must be able to provide proof that you can legally work in the United States.
• Computer efficiency in computer applications such as Word, Excel, internet and email.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, vendors, Zoo staff, and the public. 
• Must have a high attention to detail.
• Take ownership and pride in responsibilities.
• Possess the ability to organize and prioritize while working with strict deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task and pay attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to make good decisions regarding the welfare of children, animals, guests and organization. 
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Able to work alone or with minimal day-to-day supervision.
• Ability to provides superior customer service skills.

Please visit cmzoo.org/careers for application information