POSITION PURPOSE

Support daily operations of the Smith Butterfly Nursery, including caring for live animals and working closely with volunteers supporting the facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Maintain compliance with USDA APHIS regulations related to animal security, proper disposal of all materials, and maintenance of facility per the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Support care and progress of all live animals in the exhibit; monitor for potential health issues, move animals from host plant display to the nursery
• Support data collection for live animal components; track emergence trends and weekly receipt of live animals; produce seasonal report
• Distribute schedules and weekly task updates to the Caterpillar Nannies; recruit, train and identify additional support as needed
• Manage quarantine cycle and disposal of materials to ensure cleanliness and USDA compliance of the Butterfly Nursery space
• Coordinate with Horticulture staff to request and maintain host plant inventory
• Share enthusiasm for butterflies and the natural world with guests, this includes the butterfly lifecycle, host plants, and general Garden information
• Monitor performance of staff and volunteers working in the exhibit; assign or reassign duties as necessary; report deficiencies or problems to Exhibits Coordinator
• Seek consultation from Program Director, Pollinator Conservation and Research for issues with live animals care, health issues, and/or behavioral concerns
• Ensure visitors have a positive, informative, and safe experience in the butterfly exhibit; support operations of the butterfly exhibit visitor experience
• Facilitate special attendance sessions, as needed
  Pay: $18.50 per hour
  This is a seasonal position for the period of approximately September 18, 2025 through November 24, 2025.
  Requirements: