Reports to: Manager of Buildings & Grounds

Department: Buildings & Grounds

Status: Non-exempt, Full-time

Date: March 2025

Interested applicants should send their resume, cover letter, and application to Kevin Fonner; [email protected]. 

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:

The Buildings & Grounds Crewmember is an important role in the Buildings & Grounds Department. The Crewmember is responsible for creating a clean, safe, disinfected and comfortable environment for the National Aviary’s Animal collection, visitors, and staff. The Crewmember directly affects the Visitor Experience and the working conditions of staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs major cleaning and disinfecting of assigned areas; cleans and maintains buildings, furnishings, ground and property.
• Performs daily floor maintenance of all main hallways and visitor space areas.
• Cleans, sanitizes and disinfects restroom facilities and fixtures including sinks, urinals and toilets; washes windows, mirrors and walls; monitors and maintains adequate supplies in the restrooms
• Adheres to sanitization practices and schedules as directed
• Empties, sanitizes and deodorizes trash and recycling containers.
• Cleans and dusts furniture, air vents, doorframes, doors, walls, windows and window blinds, mirrors and baseboards.
• Identifies and reports building maintenance needs throughout the facilities
• Completes special cleaning details as requested.
• Assists with daytime events: moves and arranges furniture; opens and secures buildings; locks entrances, exits, doors and other mechanisms in Aviary buildings.
• When working evening events:
  • Sets up and breaks down events, including moving equipment (tables, chairs, benches, trash/ recycling receptacles, pop tents, portable lamp posts, sound systems, and extension cords); opens and secures buildings; locks entrances, exits, doors and other mechanisms in Aviary facility.
  • Adheres to event guidelines and follows direction from events staff during all events to ensure high visitor satisfaction.
  • Performs frequent rounds of visitor spaces, discreetly tidying and pulling trash/ recycling as necessary.
• Works with Animal Programs in the cleaning and maintenance of off-exhibit holding.
• Performs landscaping duties, as needed, including maintenance of grounds, parking lot, sidewalks, and snow removal.
• Assists with other departments, including but not limited to special events, as needed to support operations
• Adheres to all National Aviary protocols and procedures
• Interacts with visitors utilizing National Aviary Visitor Engagement protocol
• Adheres to and models National Aviary and OSHA safety policies including, but not limited to disinfection procedures, Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliance, Hazard Communication, PPE, Infection Control and others as identified.

Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Crewmember has no supervisory responsibilities

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to follow written, visual, and verbal instructions
• Good communication skills
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and techniques preferred
• Ability to learn the use of a variety of custodial equipment, supplies and materials

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Some experience in cleaning / maintenance / service industry preferred

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Satisfactory Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check Certification
• Satisfactory FBI Criminal Record Check

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee constantly positions self to complete cleaning projects, including under and around equipment and furniture. The employee frequently moves equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across the facility. The employee occasionally ascends and descends ladders. The employee occasionally operates hand and power equipment.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work environments will include climate-controlled facilities, public areas where the noise level may be loud, and outdoors where work may need to be done in inclement weather conditions, including extremes of temperature and precipitation.

POSITION TYPE/ EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK.

Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work on weekdays, weekends, holidays and evenings, as job duties demand.

Reports to: Manager of Buildings & Grounds

Department: Buildings & Grounds

Status: Non-exempt, Part-time

Date: May 2025

Interested applicants should send their resume, cover letter, and application to Kevin Fonner; [email protected]. 

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:

The Buildings & Grounds Crewmember is an important role in the Buildings and Grounds Department. The Crewmember is responsible for creating a clean, safe, disinfected and comfortable environment for the National Aviary’s Animal collection, visitors, and staff. The Crewmember directly affects the Visitor Experience and the working conditions of staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs major cleaning and disinfecting of assigned areas; cleans and maintains buildings, furnishings, ground and property.
• Performs daily floor maintenance of all main hallways and visitor space areas.
• Cleans, sanitizes and disinfects restroom facilities and fixtures including sinks, urinals and toilets; washes windows, mirrors and walls; monitors and maintains adequate supplies in the restrooms
• Adheres to sanitization practices and schedules as directed
• Empties, sanitizes and deodorizes trash and recycling containers.
• Cleans and dusts furniture, air vents, doorframes, doors, walls, windows and window blinds, mirrors and baseboards.
• Identifies and reports building maintenance needs throughout the facilities
• Completes special cleaning details as requested.
• Assists with daytime events: moves and arranges furniture; opens and secures buildings; locks entrances, exits, doors and other mechanisms in Aviary buildings.
• When working evening events:
  • Sets up and breaks down events, including moving equipment (tables, chairs, benches, trash/ recycling receptacles, pop tents, portable lamp posts, sound systems, and extension cords); opens and secures buildings; locks entrances, exits, doors and other mechanisms in Aviary facility.
  • Adheres to event guidelines and follows direction from events staff during all events to ensure high visitor satisfaction.
  • Performs frequent rounds of visitor spaces, discreetly tidying and pulling trash/ recycling as necessary.
• Works with Animal Programs in the cleaning and maintenance of off-exhibit holding.
• Performs landscaping duties, as needed, including maintenance of grounds, parking lot, sidewalks, and snow removal.
• Assists with other departments, including but not limited to special events, as needed to support operations
• Adheres to all National Aviary protocols and procedures
• Interacts with visitors utilizing National Aviary Visitor Engagement protocol
• Adheres to and models National Aviary and OSHA safety policies including, but not limited to disinfection procedures, Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliance, Hazard Communication, PPE, Infection Control and others as identified.

Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Crewmember has no supervisory responsibilities

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to follow written, visual, and verbal instructions
• Good communication skills
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and techniques preferred
• Ability to learn the use of a variety of custodial equipment, supplies and materials

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Some experience in cleaning / maintenance / service industry preferred

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Satisfactory Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check Certification
• Satisfactory FBI Criminal Record Check

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee constantly positions self to complete cleaning projects, including under and around equipment and furniture. The employee frequently moves equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across the facility. The employee occasionally ascends and descends ladders. The employee occasionally operates hand and power equipment.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work environments will include climate-controlled facilities, public areas where the noise level may be loud, and outdoors where work may need to be done in inclement weather conditions, including extremes of temperature and precipitation.

POSITION TYPE/ EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK.

The candidate must have a flexible schedule and be able to work on weekdays, weekends, holidays and evenings, as job duties demand.

Reports to: Manager of Animal Care

Department: Animal Care

Status: Non-exempt, Full-time

Date: March, 2025

Interested applicants should send their resume, cover letter, and application to Jessica McAtee; [email protected].

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE:

The Registrar maintains the official inventory of the National Aviary’s Animal Collection. This position coordinates the National Aviary’s centralized record of animal births, deaths, acquisitions and transfers and behavior, utilizing relevant animal databases. This position also coordinates animal transactions with other institutions, carriers, and appropriate regulatory bodies. They provide information regarding animal breeding, ancestry, diet, behavior, and training for internal and external research and other purposes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages and maintains both active and inactive animal records systems, ensuring data quality, appropriate retention, preservation and accessibility in compliance with AZA standards.
• Acquires and manages all local, federal, and state animal collection permits and licenses.
• Collaborates with Veterinary Department on all animal transfers.
• Coordinates all animal transfers and related paperwork.
• Maintains and preps supply of animal shipment crates
• Transports animals to and from airport and other zoos as needed.
• Responsible for tracking all animal transfers in airline transit to insure transfers arrive at designated airports and expected arrival times.
• Compiles and distributes daily report to Animal Collections and Animal Programs.
• Manages animal census/ inventory process.
• Organizes and maintains animal care manuals, transfer plans, and other related documents related to collection management.
• Provides periodic updates to appropriate SSP coordinators and stud bookkeepers.
• Serves as administrator of animal records database and primary liaison between National Aviary and animal records software vendors.
• Maintain understanding of USDA inspection guidelines
• Maintains documents and records needed for USDA inspection.
• Disseminates Animal Collection information to other National Aviary departments as requested and in a timely fashion.
• Maintains understanding and awareness of current industry recommendations related to animal record keeping.
• Makes recommendations to improve record keeping practices for the collection.
• Assists animal care staff with data collection, compilation and/or assessment as needed.
• Assist Director of Animal Care, as needed, in conservation grant recruitment and preparation process. 
• Maintains an understanding of the principles that underlie animal welfare in the zoological field and supports the National Aviary’s Animal Welfare Program.
• Assists with animal care routines and education programs as needed.
• Assists with animal trapping and animal introduction observations as needed
• Maintains good relationships with fellow registrars at other zoos and aquariums.
• Adheres to all National Aviary protocols and procedures.
• Interacts with visitors utilizing National Aviary Visitor Engagement protocol.

Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Registrar has no supervisory responsibilities.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to produce and maintain written records 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Extensive working knowledge of Species360 database
• Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks and demands
• Demonstrated history of excellent organizational skills
• Ability to problem solve in various circumstances
• Detail oriented, adaptable, and resourceful
• Ability to interact positively with public, supervisors and peers

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Undergraduate degree in biology, zoology, or related field and sufficient practical experience in zoological records management or 3-5 years of database management experience

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Satisfactory Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse History Certification
• Satisfactory FBI Criminal Record Check
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to pass Department of Motor Vehicles check

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee constantly operates a computer and occasionally moves about the office to access file cabinets, office equipment, etc. The employee occasionally positions self to complete cleaning and maintenance of habitats, including under, over, and around obstacles. The employee regularly transports crates and supplies up to 50 pounds. The employee occasionally uses utensils and tools including knives, scissors, and hoses.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work environments will include chilled or humid environments, public areas where the noise level may be loud, outdoors where work may need to be done in inclement weather conditions, including extremes of temperature and precipitation, and climate-controlled office spaces. The employee is regularly exposed to various disinfecting agents and common allergens such as latex, nuts, and seafood.

POSITION TYPE/ EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK.

This is a full-time position. This position requires a flexible schedule.