Ambassador Commitment: Create meaningful connections and inspire actions that will have a lasting impact on wildlife and wild places.
Responsibilities:
Given objectives set by the VP of Mission Engagement, is directly responsible for the delivery of on and off-site education programs offered by Riverbanks Zoo & Garden.
As a direct report to the Conservation Engagement Manager, the Conservation Engagement Specialist will ensure that all programs create connections and inspire actions to impact conservation.
Essential Functions:
- Displaying excellent customer service to park guests
- On and off-site program delivery to audiences of many ages
- Lesson plan and program revisions as needed
- Inclusive educational programs that encourage the meaningful participation of all learners
- Communication of challenges and opportunities identified in programming
- Recruiting, supervising, training, mentoring, and assessing a diverse group of Riverbanks Education Volunteers
- Developing and maintaining productive, positive relationships with Riverbanks staff, volunteers, and interns
- Program leadership in areas outlined by Conservation Engagement Manager
- Education Volunteer Program
- Conservation Engagement
- Backstage Experiences
- Select Animal Attraction Locations
- Animal welfare monitoring throughout programming
- Other projects and duties as set forth by the Conservation Engagement Manager
Education and Experience:
- High School diploma required. Bachelor’s degree in an education or science related field preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.
- Minimum of 1 year experience delivering formal/informal education and/or experience in volunteer management.
- Must demonstrate excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
- The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and interest in nature and science.
- Must demonstrate enthusiasm working with diverse learners and volunteers of all ages and backgrounds.
- Must have prior experience working with animal ambassadors.
- Must be available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- Must possess or be eligible for a valid SC driver's license.
Salary
- $15.14/hr.
