Organization

Animal Park at the Conservators Center

Job Posted

September 28, 2022

Job Category

Job Type

Full-time

Remote

Location

Burlington, NC
United States

Create interactive programs to engage and inspire the next generation! This position requires a dynamic employee who can manage two closely related departments. Recruit and manage volunteers to support all areas of the park, and provide educational programs for varied audiences while guiding volunteers to emulate you. Give guided tours, host small events, develop new programs and help build an ambassador outreach collection.

Summary

The Animal Park at the Conservators Center is looking for an Education & Volunteer Program Manager.

Responsibilities focus on oversight of our tour guide program, public visitation and education, and the volunteers who are critical to our success. The person in this position will provide animal ambassador and conservation education information on guided tours and field trips, and will develop and implement new educational programs. The selected candidate also will oversee the recruiting, training, and supervising of volunteers. This role requires excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple workstreams concurrently. Candidates should have a college degree or some coursework relevant to conservation education. Hands-on experience with providing educational programs and supervising volunteers is desirable. EE Cerification is highly desirable. This position requires weekend hours and some holidays. Transitional shared housing may be provided to support relocation. Applicants please review additional information on our website and submit as directed.

Below are highlights of position requirements. Please see our website for full details.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Exceptional telephone and email etiquette
Strong critical and organizational thinking, time management, and decision-making skills
A proactive mindset with attention to detail, creative problem-solving
Ability to speak to groups of people of all ages and backgrounds, sometimes in large group settings
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Excellent communication (written and oral), conflict resolution, and de-escalation skills
Ability to learn new computer programs/apps quickly

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

College degree, associates degree, or at least two years of relevant experience working with volunteers
Background knowledge of environmental education or biological or animal sciences sufficient to support educational program development and delivery
Work experience in facilitating educational programs is preferred
Handling/husbandry experience working with animals is strongly preferred

LICENSING, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

First Aid/CPR, or completed within six months of hire; offered on site
Valid driver’s license
EE Cerification, or significant progress toward it, preferred

How to apply:

We are currently accepting full-time employment applications. For additional information, please visit our website at www.animalparknc.org. All resumes, references and questions can be emailed to: applications@animalparknc.org. Please list the job title in the subject line, and attach your resume/CV and at least two relevant references. The selection process will include traditional interviews that may take place over the phone for individuals who are not local.