San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships, we support cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous front doors — the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park — giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care, health, veterinary services, nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
- The Administrative Assistant II provides advanced-level administrative support while handling a wide variety of complex administrative details.
- This position reports to a Vice President/Director/Manager.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Provide advanced-level administrative support to assigned manager and coordinate priorities across departments and units.
- Schedule and maintain calendar for assigned manager including, but not limited to, setting complex appointments and travel aligned with strategic priorities.
- Operate and maintain various cloud storage platforms and other on-line tools to leverage systems and reporting for purchasing, finance, legal and other business functions.
- Positively and professionally represent the organization to all team members and visitors.
- Research, order, and stock office and specialized supplies.
- Coordinate, setup and prepare for complex meetings.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR
- The Philanthropy Administrative Assistant II will support the Corporate and Foundations Relations, and Government Grants team in donor cultivation and solicitation efforts.
- Ideal candidates have a keen eye for detail, excel at managing complex administrative tasks, and demonstrate a strong track record in world-class guest service and donor engagement.
- Applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and a writing sample with their application. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for this role.
JOB EXPERIENCE
- Advanced, diversified, and confidential administrative functions requiring broad and comprehensive experience required.
- Must have at least two years of administrative support experience.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma required.
- Some college preferred.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Must have strong organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing required.
- Ability to operate moderately complex computer software programs required.
- Ability to handle complex situations with a high level of tact and diplomacy required.
- Knowledge of Zoology and conservation issues is desirable in some assignments preferred.
SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER
- Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Family Passes
- Complimentary Tickets
- Local and In-House Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
Fraudulent Recruiting
- Beware of fraudulent recruiting.
- Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an @sdzwa.org email address.
- We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process.
- San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone, Zoom, Teams or in-person.
- If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee, please e-mail sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org. If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud, please contact your financial institution(s) immediately.
- Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!
- At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, we thrive on celebrating our differences.
- Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members, our guests, our community, and our wildlife.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
- If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, please email your request to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and provide the job title and location to which you are applying.
- As a Federal Contractor, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
- San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.
Salary
- $21.30 to $23.55 hourly
