Exhibit Conservation Interpreter - Part Time Seasonal

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Facility - Fresno, CA 93728Position Type: Seasonal

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Level: NoneSalary Range: $17.78 - $18.66 HourlyJob Category:

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GENERAL PURPOSE The Exhibit Conservation Interpreter is responsible for providing excellent guest

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to all Zoo visitors through professional,

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al, and interactive

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s throughout Fresno’s Chaffee Zoo Corporation’s (FCZC) various exhibits. This job supports the mission and vision of the zoo by providing

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s that inspire a connection to the natural world using the Zoo’s resources and exhibits. This is a seasonal position lasting from March 2026 - September 2026. We are pleased to offer this part time position an Employee Assistance Program, 401K, Paid CA Sick Time earned on an accrued basis. The pay range for this position is $17.78 - $18.66 per hour.

Offers will be based on the successful candidate’s

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ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES • Provides guests of all ages and backgrounds with a memorable and

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focusing on applicable conservation connections. Answers guest questions with age-appropriate information and encourages ongoing curiosity

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animals and conservation.

• Effectively communicate the role the Zoo plays in both local and global conservation of species within and outside the Zoo.
• Engage and inspire varied audiences with on-grounds conservation-focused

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on exhibits, animals, and natural habitats.

• Present on-microphone exhibit orientation and instruction ranging from 2 - 7 minutes.
• Greet guests in a friendly, professional manner and demonstrate an approachable, service-focused demeanor.
• Maintains accurate, up-to-date knowledge of the Zoo’s animals, including, but not limited to, natural history, animal names, behavior traits, and other details to inspire guest learning and enjoyment.
• Communicate with the public on contemporary environmental challenges and strategies.
• Support assigned onboarding staff members by modeling ideal Conservation Interpreter/Presenter habits and practices.
• Monitors guest activity and address violations of Zoo rules in a professional manner.

Requests assistance from Management/Environmental Health and Safety as needed.

• Assists volunteers, school groups, animal husbandry, exhibit flow, and

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programs as needed.

• Assisting leadership in the implementation of conservation projects, messaging, and themes to be used in exhibit programs.
• Assist with

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and research projects which involve and reflect the Zoo’s exhibits and conservation messaging.

• Supports the needs of other zoo departments as requested via Conservation Interpretation leadership.
• Assist with the maintenance and cleanliness of exhibits and the surrounding areas.
• Assists with crowd control as needed during peak attendance periods and special events.
• Communicates effectively with the team and management.
• Adhere to the National Association for Interpretation (NAI) and Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) guidelines for guest

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and interpretation.

• Perform additional

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as assigned to support team and organizational goals.

EDUCATION:

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QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) degree preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) years’

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in guest

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,

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(environmental or formal), theater/acting, or interpretive occupations required.

• Strong verbal English communications

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required.

• Six (6) months to one (1) year of work, school, or volunteer

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in public speaking in settings like classes, 4H/FFA, theater roles, or interpretive roles is preferred.

PHYSICAL:

REQUIREMENTS:

These are the physical and mental

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of the position as it is typically performed. Inability to meet one or more of these physical or mental

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will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position. Upon requesting reasonable accommodation, the Zoo may be able to adjust or excuse one or more of these

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, depending on the requirement, the essential functions to which it relates, and the proposed accommodation.

• Close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading.
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication (in person and via telephone) at normal speaking levels with or without correction.
• Expressing or exchanging ideas through the spoken word.

The employee must convey detailed or important spoken information to others in individual and small group settings.

• Hand and finger dexterity is sufficient for typing and other administrative tasks.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull or carry up to 40 lbs.
• Must be able to stand or sit on a stool for 2 hours at a time.
• Must be able to walk 2.5 to 5 miles a day.
• Must be able to bend, kneel, and stoop throughout the shift.

WORK ENVIRONMENT · This position functions both indoors and outdoors, with possible exposure to heat, cold, inclement weather, Zoo environments and external events · The employee may be exposed to environmental substances such as dust/dirt from Zoo grounds. · This position works in close proximity with children and students of all ages at the Zoo and in classroom settings.

· The position works in close proximity to Zoo animals. · Regular local travel and occasional out-of-town travel may be required. · Ability to work overtime, evenings, weekdays, weekends, and holidays.