BC Wildlife Park
Job Posting date November 8th, 2019
Full Time Education and Volunteer Coordinator
THE BC WILDLIFE PARK HAS ONE POSITION AVAILABLE FOR A FULL TIME EDUCATION AND VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
Position Title Classification Education & Volunteer Coordinator Non-exempt
Reports To Date Operations Manager TBD
Position Level Salary Grade Full Time $19.44 plus benefits
PRIMARY PURPOSE
This position is responsible for the day to day operation of the Education and Volunteer Programs of the British Columbia Wildlife Park. Planning, recruiting, training, leading and overseeing Education staff members and volunteers in support of park programs is the major focus of this position.
The Education and Volunteer Coordinator reports to the Operations Manager and is part of the team that ensures that the BCWP meets the high standards of a Provincial scale tourist attraction and conservation facility.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
· University Degree or Diploma in a related field (BSC, Education, Fish & Wildlife)
· 2 years of progressively responsible related experience, which includes experience in a coordinator/supervisor position
· Minimum of 2 years teaching experience
· Minimum of 2 years working with children
· Valid BC Drivers License
· Completion of Criminal Record Check
· Legally entitled to work in Canada
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
· Good computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office
· Commitment to educating the general public with an excited and positive attitude
· Proven ability to communicate and engage with children
· A clear understanding of pedagogy and its relevance to the educational mission of the BCWP
· Proven ability as a self-starter with the ability to motivate self and others
· Proven leadership and coordination skills with the ability to lead, motivate, recruit, train and develop staff and volunteers
· Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization and general public
· Excellent oral and written communication skills
· Public speaking skills with the ability to develop and deliver educational programs
· Strong organizational skills
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
EDUCATION
· Coordinate and deliver educational programs to schools and the general public
· Research and design interpretive/education program topics
· Maintain up to date animal information for interpretive programs
· Coordinate and deliver interpretive signage
· Assist with special event activities
· Regularly update the Teacher’s Booklet in accordance with the BC Ministry of Education Curriculum Guide
· Coordinate and deliver the Wildlife Rangers Pin Collectors Club
· Maintain education displays and activities in the Wildlife Education Centre
· Maintain the BC Wildlife Park website under the supervision of the General Manager
· Animal handling for interpretive/education programs
· Coordinate and deliver all aspects of Kids Camps, including design of programs.
· Deliver education statistics for the annual AGM report
· Recruit, train and motivate education staff members
· Coordinate all bookings and invoicing for education programs, group tours and special group admissions
· Other duties as assigned
VOLUNTEERS
· Recruit, train and schedule volunteers for all departments
· Liaise with park staff to assess volunteer requirements
· Maintain updated volunteer policy manual
· Maintain a confidential database of all volunteer information
· Coordinate annual volunteer appreciation events
· Implement volunteer recognition systems and awards
· Research volunteer programs, developing new programs or providing updates to current programs where appropriate
· Communicate regularly with volunteers through email to provide information on current volunteer opportunities
· Maintain volunteer hour database and provide reference letters to volunteers when requested
CONTACT:Email Resume to [email protected] or fax 250-573-2406 Attn. Glenn Grant, Executive Director & General Manager
Job Posting date November 12, 2019
Closes when position is filled
THE BC WILDLIFE PARK HAS ONE POSITION AVAILABLE FOR A PART TIME ASSISTANT ZOOKEEPER
THIS POSITION WILL REPORT TO THE ANIMAL CARE MANAGER
Primary Purpose
This is a hands-on position responsible for delivering established animal care and wildlife conservation programs helping to ensure the British Columbia Wildlife Park meets the high standards of a provincial scale destination tourist attraction and conservation facility.
The Assistant Zookeeper reports directly to the Animal Care Manager and provides some work direction to part time staff and volunteers.
Major Responsibilities
· Under specific direction delivers effective health and welfare practices for Park Wildlife and Wildlife Rehabilitation Program while at the same time provides some work direction to part time staff and volunteers.
· Follow established policies and procedures and deliver proper diet, required level of cleanliness, enrichment and hygiene of exhibits
· Maintain Zookeeper work areas to ensure a professional level of hygiene from a veterinary and food-safe perspective is maintained
· Maintain exhibits and animal care facilities to required standards
· Carry out procedures to ensure cleanliness of service yards and building
· Maintain positive relationship with park staff, veterinarian and guests
· Communicate in a timely way with department staff and veterinarians and assist in administering treatments, medications and procedures as required
· Provide support for education and interpretation at the park
· Follow established policies and procedures with regard to safe movement of animals within and outside the park
· Maintain daily digital records in ZIMS
· Participate in and provide some work direction in conservation programs such as Burrowing Owls Captive Breeding and Wildlife Rehabilitation
· Contribute to efficient operation of park by minimizing waste and maintaining tools and equipment
· Complete regular feed inventory, ordering feed as required
· Strive to enhance knowledge and skills pertinent to animals on exhibit
· Follow established policies and procedures to ensure safety of animals, public and staff
· Ensure junior staff, volunteers, etc. follow safe working methods
· Other responsibilities and duties as required
POSITION START DATE: December 12, 2019
RATE OF PAY AND BENEFITS: Wage to be determined as per BCWP Collective Agreement.
(Position is a union position: CUPE Local 900)
WORK SCHEDULE
Part time: Up to 30 hours/week and will be required to work evenings, weekends & holidays
Minimum Qualifications
· Education and Experience: High School or Equivalent Education
· Post secondary degree or diploma in a related field is an asset
· 2 years related animal care experience, preferably in a zoological environment
· Valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License
· Fire Arms Certificate or willingness to get one.
· RCMP criminal record check
· Must be legally entitled to work in Canada and a BC resident
· Working knowledge of all aspects of animal health and care, including reproductive habits, physiology, behavior, nutrition, pathology and parasitism of animals, birds and reptiles
· Good observational skills with the ability to ensure animals meet standards of good health and ability to note any deviations in normal physical or psychological health
· Basic understanding of conservation philosophy
· Demonstrated ability to work safely with wildlife, including the ability to participate in medical treatment and preventative medication for animals
· Sound judgment and decision-making skills, with the ability to act quickly and calmly in Emergency situations
· Thorough knowledge of hazards and safety precautions for work performed
· Good interpersonal skills
· Good oral and written communication skills.
* Send resumes with three references to:
Tracy Reynolds, Animal Care Manager at the British Columbia Wildlife Park
9077 Dallas Drive, Kamloops, BC. V2C 6V1 Fax: 1-250-573-2406
email: [email protected]