Current Job Postings

Last Updated: 4-02-2004
The Wildlife Conservation Society is a non-profit, equal opportunity, diversity committed employer. Base benefits for full-time positions include: 3 weeks vacation, medical/dental, pension/401(k), and on-site parking.

If you are interested in any of these positions, please send a resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, to the location stated on the posting or:

Human Resources
The Wildlife Conservation Society
2300 Southern Boulevard
Bronx, New York 10460
hr@wcs.org
Please include the appropriate box number for the posting.
Faxes are not accepted.

Architectural Designer
Jr. Architectural Designers
Graphic Designers
Jr. Graphic Designers*

The Wildlife Conservation Society’s Exhibition and Graphic Arts Department (EGAD) is looking for talented, experienced and qualified individuals to join the team that creates exciting, world class, and award winning exhibits at the Bronx Zoo and New York Aquarium. WCS is the conservation organization that is a leader in innovative exhibitry, interpretation, and zoo and aquarium design.  Working primarily from the Bronx Zoo, the successful candidates will become integral to the planning, design, and production of our new exhibits in the New York area and through conservation programs worldwide demonstrating proficiency and expertise in their respective field.  Work experience related to zoos, museums, themed attractions or theater is preferred.  Positions are without benefits.  Note: The WCS/EGAD Department also offers unpaid internships of approximately 300 hours per semester in all program areas.

Kindly mail cover letter and resume to:

Wildlife Conservation Society
Exhibition and Graphic Arts Department/Ad Reply
2300 Southern Boulevard
Bronx, NY  10460
Note:  Please do not call

Architectural Designer

Responsibilities:

• Collaboration with Director and other EGAD staff on all phases of design for major capital projects.
• Production of conceptual drawings and layouts.
• Management of smaller architectural projects in all WCS facilities.
• Coordination of design work with outside design consultants and in-house clients.
• Review of consultant design and construction drawings. Review shop drawings as necessary.
• Collaboration with Director to develop preliminary project schedules and budgets, scopes of work  and requests for proposal.
• Model making, exhibit detailing.
• Research of building materials, systems and consultants as necessary.

Qualifications & skills:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Architecture.
• 3 – 5 years experience.
• AutoCAD 14/2000 proficient
• Strong communication & organizational skills.
• Experience in all phases of design.
• Knowledge of building materials and systems.

Jr. Architectural Designer

Responsibilities:

• Assist EGAD staff on all phases of design for major capital projects.
• Assist architectural designers and project managers on necessary aspects of design and production for exhibit and architectural projects.
• Production of construction details and drawings for smaller scope in-house projects.
• AutoCAD production as necessary for all projects.
• Assist design staff as necessary for production of presentation materials.
• Review of consultant design and construction drawings. Review shop drawings as necessary.
• Model making.
• Produce renderings and sketches.
• Research of building materials, systems and consultants as necessary.
• Detailing

Qualifications & skills:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a design related field.
• 1-3 years experience.
• AutoCAD 14/2000 proficient.
• Strong communication & organizational skills.
• Basic knowledge of building materials and systems.

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Graphic Designer & Jr. Graphic Designers*

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the project development of project design and production of new interpretive visual programming venues for bringing people closer to wildlife in powerful public exhibitions.
• Work collaborately with interpretive programmers, graphic designers, architects, landscape architects, evaluators, and consultants on project development and production.
• Work closely with WCS scientific staff, media, technology, education, development, and publication teams to implement project goals, programs and messages, and refine story lines, exhibit themes and content, especially regarding conservation relevance.
• Work to meet established project schedules, budgets, and priorities for implementation.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated development and communication skills in the field of exhibit programming and graphic design, museum and or zoo design with a professional degree plus 3 years of design production or management.
• *Jr. Graphic Designers should have 1- 2 years of experience.
• Strong environmental graphic design expertise and proven design production ability.
• Knowledge of new communication media, computer software and hardware, and software programs germaine to the environmental graphic design industry.
• Awareness of material options and 3D interactive design, and currency in the field of exhibit design in high traffic uses.

NURSE 
Wildlife Conservation Society, Bronx Zoo
 
Wildlife Conservation Society at the Bronx Zoo seeks self-motivated, talented, organized professional registered nurse to provide emergency nursing care for ill or injured visitors and direct nursing care for staff occupational and non-occupational injuries and illness; conduct health education and counseling, and assist with the development and implementation of screening programs and health promotion/disease prevention programs, including but not limited to tuberculin skin testing program and CPR/first aid classes, for staff in 5 parks. Candidates must be licensed, with current New York state registration; 3-4 years acute care experience, emergency/critical care preferred, and a valid New York state driver's license.  Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills required, must be available to work Saturdays & Sundays, and some evenings.  Benefits include 3 weeks vacation, medical/dental, 401k and on site parking.  Send resume/cover letter to include salary history/requirements to: Wildlife Conservation Society, Human Resources, Box RN, 2300 Southern Blvd., Bronx, NY  10460 or email: hr@wcs.org  EOE

SCIENTIFIC COORDINATOR
Greater Yasuní - Napo Moist Forest Landscape Program
 

Latin America and Caribbean Program
Wildlife Conservation Society
Founded in 1895 as the New York Zoological Society
 
 
SUMMARY: The Wildlife Conservation Society is seeking a Scientific Coordinator for its conservation program in the Greater Yasuní – Napo Moist Forest Landscape (Ecuador).  The Scientific Coordinator will spend significant part of his/her time in the field and report to the Ecuador Country Director, in the Latin America and Caribbean Program. A Ph.D. in Conservation Biology or related field, or equivalent professional experience, is required, as well as a minimum of 2 years experience in project management and administration.  Excellent spoken and written English and Spanish language skills required. This position will be for an initial two-year contract with the possibility of being extended to a long-term position.
 
REPORTS TO:  Ecuador Country Director, Latin America and Caribbean Program.
 
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Identify conservation and programmatic priorities for the Yasuní National Park and Biosphere Reserve and area of influence, consistent with WCS’ mission and vision, and in coordination with local field staff and the of WCS’ Latin America and Caribbean Program. Periodically review and revise these priorities.

Maintain close contact and consult regularly with the Ecuador Country Director about activities and accomplishments in the region.

Oversee and plan activities for projects in the area according to programmatic needs and conservation goals set by the Greater Yasuní – Napo Moist Forest Landscape Program, as well as other WCS initiatives in the area. Produce an annual work plan and assist other WCS-Ecuador staff in the process of budget preparation. Conduct annual performance evaluations of WCS field staff.

Provide the necessary technical and scientific support and guidance to the field staff, and monitor field and data processing activities, to ensure that these activities are carried out with the highest quality standards.

Generate all activity reports for the projects under his/her supervision and ensure they are carried out in satisfactory manner and according to NY guidelines and deadlines.

Translate the lessons learned in the project and elsewhere into conservation actions.

In close coordination with the Ecuador Country Director and the Ecuador Country Coordinator, play an active role in coordinating and supporting crosscutting programs and other WCSÂ’ initiatives as appropriate and necessary.

Assist in procuring financial support (fundraising) for conservation activities within the area; assist regional and country-level projects in developing proposals; maintain necessary and appropriate contacts with donors and WCSÂ’ Development Department. 

Represent WCS in science and conservation-related fora in the country and elsewhere.

Increase the institutional profile of WCS nationally and internationally and strengthen WCSÂ’ institutional ties in the area.

Participate in WCS-Ecuador, WCS Latin America Program, and institution-wide planning and other activities as requested and required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ph.D. preferable or equivalent professional experience in Conservation Biology, Wildlife Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or related field.

Minimum 2 years experience managing conservation projects.

Minimum 5 years experience in conservation in Latin America with experience in Ecuador preferred.

Knowledge of conservation issues and sociopolitical context in the region.

Excellent English and Spanish communication skills.

Excellent organizational skills.

Team-oriented and with good inter-personal skills

Commitment to the mission of the Wildlife Conservation Society.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION:

Send letter of interest, CV, and list of three to five references (e-mail submissions encouraged) to:

Dr. Carolina Murcia
Northern Andes Sub-regional Coordinator
Wildlife Conservation Society
Ave 2 oeste # 10-54, Cali, COLOMBIA
cmurcia@wcs.org

WCS is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/H/V.