Job Information
WOODLAND PARK ZOOLOGICAL Data Collector in Seattle, Washington
TITLE: Data Collector
SALARY & FLSA: $20 hour; FLSA non-exempt.
Qualified candidates, able to speak a second language, may be eligible to receive a bonus of $1 per hour.
OPENING DATE: 04/15/2024
CLOSING DATE: 05/13/2024
JOB TYPE: Seasonal, Part-time
UNION: Non-Represented
OPENINGS: 5
LOCATION: Onsite only
DEPARTMENT: Learning & Innovation
This role will work an average of 16 - 20 hours per week. Ideal candidates will be able to work at least one weekend day per week.
HOW DO YOU ZOO?
More than 1.3 million people visit Woodland Park Zoo each year. We connect people with wildlife and remind them of what's at stake in our changing world. Our job is to motivate people to take action and provide them with the tools needed to join us in saving endangered species. Working for the zoo means upholding our mission, "To save wildlife and inspire everyone to make conservation a priority in their lives." Apply today and show us how you zoo.
WHO YOU ARE
As our new Data Collector, we know you will be successful in this role because you:
- Are a People Person: Approaching and inviting diverse groups of zoo visitors to participate in visitor research and evaluation activities excites you. You enjoy talking with zoo guests of all backgrounds and ages and are resilient to rejection when guests decline to participate in data collection. As our new data collector, you can represent the zoo in a positive and professional manner while interacting with guests.
- Are Responsible: You can hold yourself accountable for actions and handle change positively. You can work a non-standard/flexible schedule, which may include weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Good with Data: You can implement data collection strategies with visitors, such as user-testing, paper/pencil surveys, guest observations and interviews, and you are happy to record data using MS Excel or SPSS software.
YOUR PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Represent the zoo in a positive and professional manner while interacting with guests.
- Approach and invite diverse groups of zoo visitors to participate in visitor research and evaluation activities.
- Implement data collection strategies with visitors, such as user-testing, paper/pencil surveys, guest observations and interviews.
- Adhere to designated research protocols to collect and record data.
- Perform data entry using MS Excel or SPSS software.
Prepare and maintain data collection materials and supplies.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced proficiency or fluency in one of the following languages is an asset: Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, Somali, Tagalog, Korean, or Amharic. Proficiency in one of these languages qualifies for an additional $1 per hour.
- Interest in social sciences, evaluation, visitor research, psychology, conservation, or another related field.
- Experience collecting data through surveys, interviews, or observations.
- Previous experience in an informal learning setting or evaluation.
College level courses in social science, psychology, or evaluation.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or three (3) or more months related experience; and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to learn and adapt quickly in a constantly changing environment.
Ability to a