Emergency Medical Technician - Temporary

About the Position

Pay Rate: To maintain internal equity, we have identified the pay rate for this position at the Oakland Zoo as $23.71 per hour. An offer with this pay rate will be determined by the experience and qualifications of a candidate and will be our best and final compensation offer.

Please note: The scheduling for this part-time temporary position may vary based on operational needs, and candidates should be flexible with their availability.

 

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) plays a vital role in ensuring the health and safety of guests and staff. This position is responsible for responding to medical emergencies, assessing and providing medical care, and assists with safety preparedness across the Zoo. Strong customer service skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential. This role requires flexibility, teamwork, and a commitment to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all.  

Public Safety

Department

Manager:

Temporary

Part-Time

$23.71 per hour

Application Deadline:

Benefits

The Oakland Zoo offers a competitive hourly wage, access to Employee Assistance Program, and accrued sick time.

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Essential Job Duties

Who You Are

Who You Are

Bonus If You  

Required Education

Knowledge, Skills, and Qualities

May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills and abilities commonly associated with this position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Qualities– May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills and abilities commonly associated with this position.

Who We Are

The Oakland Zoo (managed by The Conservation Society of California) is an award-winning facility stretching 100 acres and overlooking the city of Oakland atop the hills of beautiful Knowland Park. Our mission: Oakland Zoo deepens connection with animals, saves wildlife, and inspires champions for the natural world. As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), The Zoo is part of the largest conservation organization in the nation. Our employees take PRIDE in our values of being Positive, Respectful, Inquisitive, Driven and Effective members of a team who places the care of our animals, stewardship of the natural environment, and the experience of our guests at the forefront of all that we do.

Oakland Zoo’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access

We believe that all people should have safe access to the Zoo and culturally relevant and responsive experiences with our staff, programs, and curriculum. The Oakland Zoo is also striving to create an equitable and inclusive internal culture where all staff members feel represented and valued for their identities and lived experiences. We examine how power, bias, race and other aspects of identity impact our organization. We work to build a culture of continuous learning and improvement toward a vision of equity and belonging for all staff. We are looking for team members who can actively join us in this process. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community in which we exist and strongly encourage people of color, LGBTQ+ identifying folks, and women to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The Conservation Society of California is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. The Conservation Society of California also promotes respect for all people and will not tolerate harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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