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BC Wildlife Park

Job Posting date September 17th, 2019

Closes when position is filled

THE BC WILDLIFE PARK HAS ONE POSITION AVAILABLE FOR A FULL TIME EDUCATION AND VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

THIS POSITION WILL REPORT TO THE OPERATIONS MANAGER

POSITION WILL INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

·         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

·         Other duties as assigned

 

POSITION START DATE: September 30^th, 2019

RATE OF PAY AND BENEFITS: $19.44 per hour plus benefits.

(Position is a union position: CUPE Local 900)

WORK SCHEDULE

Full Time (40 hours a week)

FURTHER CRITERIA FOR APPLICANT:

·         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

CONTACT:Email Resume to [email protected] or fax 250-573-2406 Attn. Glenn Grant, Executive Director & General Manager

 

BC Wildlife Park

Job Posting date July 31^st, 2019

Closes when position is filled

THE BC WILDLIFE PARK HAS ONE POSITION AVAILABLE FOR A PART TIME EDUCATION LEADER

THIS POSITION WILL REPORT TO THE EDUCATION & VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

POSITION WILL INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

• Assist with the delivery of all aspects of Kid’s Camps.
• Animal handling for education programs - must be comfortable handling reptiles and birds of prey (relevant training will be provided).
• Deliver interpretive/educational programs to schools and the general public, focusing on preschool, kindergarten and primary classes.
• Deliver a variety of park “Outreach Programs.”
• Deliver an interactive “Story Time” experience to Park guests.
• Deliver Birthday Parties
• Participate in all Park “Special Events”
• Insure the cleanliness of the Wildlife Education Centre
• Assist in the delivery of the Wildlife Rangers Pin Collectors Club
• Assist in the delivery of interactive activities in the Wildlife Education Centre
• Other duties as assigned.           

POSITION START DATE: September 3^rd, 2019

RATE OF PAY AND BENEFITS: $13.85 per hour plus 11% in lieu of benefits.

(Position is a union position: CUPE Local 900)

WORK SCHEDULE

Part time: Up to 40 hours/week and will be required to work evenings, weekends & holidays with a maximum of 1370 hrs per year.

FURTHER CRITERIA FOR APPLICANT:

·         Bachelors Degree in a related field (BSc, Education, Etc.) or a relevant Diploma, or a minimum of 2 years of relevant job experience.

·         Valid BC Drivers License.

·         Completion of Criminal Record Search.

·         Legally entitled to work in Canada

·          A strong record of related work experience.

·         Excellent computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential.

·         Proven ability as a self-starter with the ability to motivate self and others.

·         Strong organization skills.

·         Commitment to educating the general public with an excited and positive attitude

·         Proven ability to communicate and engage with children

·         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 deliver educational programs to various groups.

 

CONTACT:

Email Resume to [email protected] or Fax: 250-573 – 2406

Attn: Katelyn Bissat, Education & Volunteer Coordinator