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Per the City’s COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy, the City requires all employees starting on or after February 11, 2022, to provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment absent a documented medical and/or religious exemption. Proof of vaccination means that employees are required to be “up-to-date” with regards to the COVID-19 vaccine. Consistent with the Santa Clara County Public Health Order issued on December 28, 2021, "up-to-date" means that employees are required to be vaccinated with the entire recommended initial series of a COVID-19 vaccine (two doses of the Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax COVID-19 vaccine or a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine).  Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers.  Interviews will tentatively be held mid-end April The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. The Zookeeper classification is subject to the City’s pay floor rate $25.15 hourly for full-time benefited and 26.45 hourly for part-time unbenefited Zookeeper positions. This hourly rate consists of a base amount and an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing compensation pay. Salary range: $46,257.12- $56,172.48 annually. The Department is currently recruiting to fill one (1) full-time benefited vacancy and multiple part-time vacancies for Zookeeper positions at Happy Hollow Park & Zoo. The Department is seeking highly motivated, personable individuals with strong leadership skills and innovative ideas to become part of a dynamic team of employees with a strong commitment to providing excellent service to our diverse community. About Happy Hollow Park & Zoo (HHPZ): This is a 16-acre amusement park and Association of Zoo's & Aquariums (AZA) accredited zoo located in San José, California. HHPZ is open year-round catering to families with children. It operates seven amusement park rides, showcases various endangered species, and operates one of the oldest classical puppet theaters in California, as well as offering many other playgrounds and attractions emphasizing play and imagination in a natural conservation setting. About Zookeeper Full Time/Part Time: The position performs work involving the care and feeding of zoo, domestic farm, and/or non-domestic animals and maintenance of cages, enclosures, grounds and service areas; working with animals under all types of climatic conditions to prepare them for presentations, capture and restraint, basic husbandry, and behavioral enrichment. In addition, responding to general questions from the public regarding non-domestic and/or domestic animals. Please note that schedules can vary every week or be on an “on call” basis depending on knowledge, training, and experience with specific animal routines . These positions will be required to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, during all climactic conditions as assigned and must have the ability to enter animal areas and perform physical work (including lifting objects up to 50 lbs.). This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

ABOUT US About Us: York County Animal Shelter is looking for a new member to join our team! Our shelter is an open intake government shelter with a high-life saving focus. Our average intake is 4000 animals a year. Our live out rate last year averaged 94%! York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation of our success. Mission Statement - York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner. Vision Statement - York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed. ABOUT OUR OPPORTUNITY About our Opportunity: Do you love animals and want to care for them? Join our team as a full-time Shelter Keepers at York County Animal Shelter. The purpose of this position is to supervise and effectively manage inmates, community service members and shelter volunteers. Additional responsibilities include processing and care for all incoming animals and animals currently in the shelter while assessing behavior, health, vaccinating, de-worming, and performing other related treatments as needed. This vital position is essential to our operations, and we are seeking self-motivated, dependable team players to join us. This position has opportunities for advancement and growth as well as paid training. To learn about this position and our other opportunities, please refer to our recruitment video: https://youtu.be/T_ygifSUrW8 Benefits: free uniforms,participation in the State Retirement system, comprehensive medical benefits, sick, vacation and eleven paid holidays plus three optional holidays. Work Schedule: Rotating Shift Schedule: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm or 7:30 am - 3:30 pm 40 hours per week; must be willing to work weekends & holidays as needed per operations. This position is open until filled with applications reviewed as we receive them and interviews are held weekly Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Provide high-quality care to animals in the shelter to maintain a healthy and humane environment for animals, employees and visitors. This includes but not limited to: Feeding, watering, walking, monitoring, and providing enrichment. Disinfecting shelter areas, animal areas, enclosures, and equipment. Following established animal care, cleaning, feeding, and veterinary protocols. Work with animals who may be ill, injured, stressed and/or reactive. Build collaborative, respective relationships with colleagues, volunteers and inmates. Maintaining composure and professionalism in stressful situations. Utilize safe, humane, low stress animal handling skills. Process animal intakes and outcomes. Assist in humane euthanasia and disposal of animals as needed. Assist in administering vaccinations as needed. Provides animal enrichment, including walking dogs and socializing cats. Processing animals coming into the shelter by way of animal control officers or over the counter by citizens is one of the primary duties for this position. This includes gathering information about the animal, taking digital pictures, vaccinating, de-worming, and locating a suitable place in the shelter to house the animal. Input all known information concerning the animal including medical information and owner information (if any) into the Chameleon Software system. Answer questions from phone calls, voicemails or emails, and wait on walk in citizens providing general information and York County Ordinance/Animal Shelter policies and procedures. Greet visitors, show animals, maintains computer records, and answer complaints. Supervise inmate labor and community service workers as required while performing other shelter keeper duties. Answer questions concerning rescue animals or rescue groups. This includes communicating with group officials by phone, email or in person, gathering application information or information about the individual rescue animals. Assist rescues with transportation/fostering by way of volunteers. Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned. ABOUT YOU About You - About You: Education & Experience: High School Diploma or GED equivalent and one (1) year of related experience. Must be at least 18 years old. Preferred Education & Experience: Associates degree in veterinary technology or animal care preferred. Knowledge of Animal Shelter Operations is preferred. Prior professional shelter or veterinary experience performing work comparable to this position is highly desirable. Knowledge of proper animal husbandry. Experience performing safe and humane animal handling techniques to reduce potential hazards to both handlers and animals. Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office Suite. Certifications & Licenses: Valid state driver’s license in order to drive County vehicles to events, vet clinics, etc. is preferred. Must possess a valid CPR and First Aid Certification, and Humane Euthanasia Certificate as provided by York County within six months from date of hire. Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Attributes: Knowledge of shelter operations and must be able to identify a sick or unhealthy animal as early as possible to prevent widespread sickness in the shelter. Ability to humanely handle animals of all sizes and under various circumstances. Ability to follow proper procedures and use cleaning materials and equipment with skill and efficiency. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to work effectively and efficiently as part of a team or independently on assigned tasks. Ability to accept direction on given assignments. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physical Demands & Work Environment Physical & Dexterity Requirements: Requires work involving: standing, walking, gripping or feeling with hands, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, and kneeling, crouching, or crawling and talking or hearing over 2/3 of the time; tasting or smelling 1/3 to 2/3 of the time; and sitting and climbing or balancing less than 1/3 of the time. Requires lifting up to 25 pounds over 2/3 of the time; up to 50 pounds 1/3 to 2/3 of the time; and more than 100 pounds under 1/3 of the time. Vision Requirements: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors); Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up or down or to the left and right when vision is fixed on a given point); Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); Ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus). Potential Environment Conditions & Hazards: The job may risk exposure to indoor environment, outdoor environment, noise, moisture and/or humidity, dust, fumes, gases, electrical hazards, chemical hazards, explosive hazards, burn hazards, potential for violence/physical altercations, infectious diseases or blood borne pathogens. There are bite and scratch potentials coming from possible reactive or feral animals. JOB DESCRIPTION 0203.Shelter Keeper 6.10.22.docx Disclaimer York County is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to achieving excellence and strength through diversity. The County seeks a wide range of applicants for its positions so that one of our core values, a qualified and diverse workforce, will be affirmed. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations. Closing Date/Time: 2023-03-31

PARK ATTENDANT SALARY INFORMATION Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current/future Park Attendant regular full-time, part-time, limited term, and extra help vacancies. The immediate vacancies are for Part-Time positions located at Carbon Canyon Regional Park, O'Neill Regional Park, Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park, and the OC Zoo . This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange. DEADLINE TO APPLY: Thursday, April 13, 2023, at 11:59 PM (PDT) . Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. OC PARKS The County of Orange , OC Parks encompasses regional, wilderness and historical facilities, as well as the OC Zoo located inside Irvine Regional Park, and coastal areas throughout the County of Orange in California. OC Parks is a division within OC Community Resources (OCCR) featuring 60,000 acres of parkland, open space, and shoreline. Orange County's award-winning parks and programs are enjoyed by millions of residents and visitors each year, in ways as diverse as the parks themselves. THE OPPORTUNITY The Park Attendant under general supervision collects fees from the general public entering the park and assists in the daily operations of the parks. The OC Zoo Park Attendant will work under general direction keeps detailed daily records and monitor the interaction between the public and the petting zoo animals to ensure safety for all OC Parks and OC Zoo staff members are committed to providing a high-quality operation of animal care and a pleasant visitor experience. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Greeting customers of all ages (children and adults) as they enter the park area or the zoo. Answering phone calls and responding to emails to assist OC Parks or OC Zoo. Checking in individual and group area reservations, Annual Pass sales, and Day Use Tickets on a computerized Point of Sale (POS) system Performing cash/credit payment transactions, cash handling, and managing daily cash income on a POS system Completing deposit reports at the end of shifts Providing customers with direction, assistance, and information about OC Parks including park rules and regulations or about the animals and the zoo Utilizing 800 MHz radio for daily support functions and assisting with emergencies Performing maintenance duties such as taking inventory of supplies, cleaning up the park grounds, washing and fueling County of Orange vehicles, watering plants, trees, and light gardening Assisting with interpretive programs, special events, and staff nature center Cleaning and maintaining petting zoo area to ensure they are clean and free of dangerous items that may cause harm to the animals (this includes, but is not limited to: removing old debris and animal stool, replacing bedding, inspecting enclosures, raking, cleaning and disinfecting enrichment toys, cleaning the hand-washing station and making repairs as needed) Working closely with the public to ensure that they are not bringing anything into the petting zoo area that could be harmful to the animals Monitoring the animals to sense when they may be getting irritated or agitated and moving them for their own safety and the safety of the public Assisting in feeding and watering the animals throughout the day Communicating with on-site Park Ranger, Animal Keeper, or facility Supervisor during emergencies, park or zoo related issues, or if an animal is exhibiting abnormal behaviors or needs medical attention These positions are frequently part-time with rotating shifts and locations. They are used at times when large crowds are expected at county parks, such as summers, weekends, nights, and holidays. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES The ideal candidate will be customer service driven with excellent communication skills and the ability to effectively respond to customer questions in a concise and professional manner. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess knowledge and/or experience in the following core competencies: Technical Knowledge Understand and convey park/zoo rules, regulations, safety policies, and procedures Ability to apply basic math skills Understand current computer systems and programs such as Microsoft Office as well as modern office practices and procedures and the operation of office equipment Understand how to maintain and manage pertinent information and records by creating documents, spreadsheets, and other related documents needed to keep track of information Ability to use a POS system and cash handling system Ability to control vehicle traffic at entrance/exit of park and foot traffic of those entering and exiting the zoo Understand how to give directions, direct traffic, and ensure safety of all park/zoo visitors Customer Service Interact in a professional and courteous manner Anticipate and meet customer needs in a variety of situations Establish productive and professional relationships with internal and external customers Ability to explore options and pursues solutions until customers are satisfied Oral Communication Value and participate in a free flow of information with others for the sake of a common goal Demonstrate the ability to clearly and articulately convey information in a professional setting Understand how to stay informed with current park trends and updates to share the information with others Seek and use customer feedback to improve services the parks and zoo offer Communicate effectively with other park and zoo staff to address any concerns or if problems should arise Environmental and Working Conditions Positions are assigned to both office environment and outdoor settings. Work involves exposure to dust and other allergens. May come in contact with contagious environments, animals and wildlife. Incumbents may be subject to moving objects, vehicles, and intense noise levels. May be required to work under various weather conditions, including rainstorms, and walk in uneven, slippery, and sometimes dangerous terrain. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Please click here to view the minimum qualifications for Park Attendant. RECRUITMENT PROCESS Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening, applicants who meet the minimum and/or desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process. Online Exam | Multiple Choice (Weighted 100%) An online exam consisting of job-related questions will be administered. Candidates who pass this test will be referred to the next step. This is a standardized test and there are no study guides available. Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. Eligible List Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies. Veterans Employment Preference The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related requirements. The COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, and laws, regulations, and policies regarding COVID-19 are subject to change. The County of Orange is required to comply with all applicable State or County Public Health Orders, some of which require vaccination or testing as follows: Workers, who provide services in certain Medical or High-Risk Settings, will be required to provide proof of full vaccination from COVID-19 or to wear a mask and undergo weekly COVID-19 testing . Workers, who provide services in certain Health Care Facilities or in a correctional facility or detention center where health care is provided, will be required to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and boosted . (Workers may be exempt from this requirement based on religious beliefs or a qualifying medical reason; however, if exempted, they will be required to wear a mask and undergo weekly COVID-19 testing.) The position for which you are applying may be required to adhere to any applicable State or County Public Health Orders. You will receive notification of any requirement as it applies to a position. EMAIL NOTIFICATION Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account. NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com . FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions. For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Lori Wright at 714-480-2738 or by email at Lori.Wright@occr.ocgov.com . EEO INFORMATION Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Closing Date/Time: 4/13/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

Description Tacoma Public Schools Benefits: NONE Tacoma School District is hiring for various hourly Athletic event positions such as Ticket Seller, Bowl Worker (soccer and football), Score Keeper, Event Timer, Swim Starter/Timer, Ticket Taker, Scoreboard operator and announcer Examples Of Duties Responsibilities: This is a part-time hourly/seasonal position that assists with various tasks during athletic events as assigned. Specific information regarding the particular roles listed above will be provided in the interview process. This position is open until filled, screening is ongoing as the need arises. Hourly rate: $15.74 Minimum age requirement: 16 Minimum Qualifications Qualifications and Considerations: 1. Ability to demonstrate strong communication skills. 2. Ability to work nights, weekends, and holiday periods to meet business/athletic department needs. 3. Ability to pass a background check 4. Ability to follow written and verbal directions and communicate in English both verbally and in writing. 5. Ability to read and understand materials printed in English. 6. Possess good problem solving skills and have the capacity to act rationally and calmly in high stress or emergency situations. 7. Ability to represent Tacoma Public Schools in a professional manner. Other Job Duties: 1. Attends district and building meetings as needed. 2. performs necessary correspondence duties. 3. updates knowledge by attending clinics, workshops, and maintain familiarity with current activity trends and innovative ideas. 4. Performs related duties as assigned. Conditions: Work with Students and other staff in indoor/outdoor setting; physical ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds; maybe exposed to infectious diseases and inclement weather. requires late evening meeting times or work hours. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Tacoma School District administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload. Tacoma Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator: Lisa Nolan, 253-571-1252, lnolan@tacoma.k12.wa.us; Title IX Coordinator: Eric Hogan, 253-571-1191, ehogan1@tacoma.k12.wa.us; and 504 Coordinator: Elementary, Elise Friedrich-Nielsen, efriedr@tacoma.k12.wa.us, 253-571-1096; Secondary, Cari Ake, cake@tacoma.k12.wa.us, 253-571-1225. Address: P.O. Box 1357, Tacoma, WA 98401-1357. Closing Date/Time: Continuous

The Job The Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District offers multiple and immediate part-time, full-time, seasonal, and year-round employment opportunities at the District-run community and recreational facilities throughout the Big Bear Valley. These include both year-round and seasonal positions, with a special need for lifeguards, recreation assistants, and park maintenance workers . The Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District oversees a wide array of community recreation facilities and activities for the residents of Big Bear, which include the Big Bear Alpine Zoo, community parks, a swim beach, youth and adult recreation sports, an after-school childcare program, and an active senior center. Our mission is to enhance the community by promoting healthy activities and positive recreational experiences while striving to maintain a standard of excellence through our people, parks and programs. We invite you to be an active participant in your community activities : Complete and submit the on-line application and supplemental questionnaire today! Minimum Requirements Lifeguard: American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, and CPR card for the Professional Rescuer. Note: Applications will be accepted from those who qualify to enroll in these courses; training will be offered in the Spring - for information, visit www.bigbearparks.com .) Recreation Assistant: Current possession of a CA Class C driver license. Ability to get Class B is highly desired. Park Maintenance Worker: Six (6) months experience in park maintenance, landscaping, custodial care, construction, or facilities maintenance; and current possession of a CA Class C driver license. Cashier: Six (6) months experience operating a cash register and reconciling cash drawer. Animal Keeper: One (1) year experience in a zoo or clinic involved in the care and rehabilitation of animals and wildlife. Childcare Aide: Experience in childcare is desired. Note : applicants must obtain CPR card and complete a Pediatric First Aid course. Desired : Applicants with Early Childhood credits are highly desired, and may result in greater responsibility with appropriate hourly wage. Bus Driver: CA Class B (or higher) Driver License with Passenger endorsement. All positions are scheduled as needed, up to 1547 hours per year. Selection Process To be considered, you must submit an application. You may apply for one or multiple positions on one application. Apply on-line at www.sbcounty.gov/jobs anytime. Or visit the office at 41220 Park Ave in Big Bear Lake, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm, to complete an application. These are extra-help, non-regular positions classified as Public Service Employees and receive no benefits. These temporary positions will be employed for seasonal help, up to 12 months, and will vary in assigned weekly hours. Successful candidates shall be considered at-will throughout the term of their employment, and will not attain regular status. All new employees must adhere to the provisions of the County Dress Code, which prohibits all visible tattoos. Applicant must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment. Applications will be processed continuously and qualified candidates will be contacted to interview as vacancies occur, so it is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible. We currently have vacancies for park maintenance workers and recreation assistants, as well as lifeguards; applications may be kept on file for up to six months to fill other vacancies as needed. If you require technical assistance , please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application. EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline. Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans' Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points. Click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process Closing Date/Time: Continuous