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Saint Louis Zoo · 3 days ago

Endangered Turtle Field Technician - Part time/Temporary

St Louis, MO

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$19/hr - $19/hr

Saint Louis Zoo is hiring technicians to assist with field work surveying for endangered turtle species. The role involves field surveys, data collection, and data processing under the supervision of the Zoo’s Zoological Manager of Herpetology.

Museums and Historical Sites

Responsibilities

The technicians will assist with field surveys, data collection, and data processing under the supervision of the Zoo’s Zoological Manager of Herpetology and guidance from the MDC

Follow directions and adhere to established safety guidelines and protocols for handling threatened species

Maintain accurate records, including timecards, emails, field notes, data, and expenses

Work primarily in northern Missouri (Clark County), occasionally at the Zoo for training and administrative tasks

Drive field vehicles between the Zoo and field sites at the start and end of each work week

Qualification

Biology degreeTurtle trapping experienceData collectionRecord keeping4-wheel-drive operationProficient in OutlookProficient in ExcelAttention to detailSelf-motivationCollaboration skills

Required

A Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Ecology, or a related field is preferred, though students actively pursuing a degree are encouraged to apply

Strong attention to detail, self-motivation, and enthusiasm

Ability to work independently when necessary

Comfortable collaborating with multiple institutions and stakeholders (e.g., Saint Louis Zoo, MDC)

Must possess a valid driver's license

Comfortable operating 4-wheel-drive vehicles

All successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and a drug test. As this is a safety-sensitive role, a negative drug test result is mandatory. The drug test screens for five substances, including marijuana

Proficient using Outlook, Excel, and experience maintaining records and preparing reports is necessary

Physically capable of walking several miles a day

Ability to work in harsh field conditions, including heat, humidity, and water