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Seasonal Education and Volunteer Coordinator<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\nThink Wild is seeking a part time (up to 20 hours\/week) seasonal (April – September) education and volunteer coordinator. This position reports to the Executive Director and must be available on some weekdays and occasional weekends. Compensation starts at $13 per hour. Think Wild is a non-profit wildlife hospital and conservation center located in Bend, Oregon.<\/p>\n
Position Duties:<\/strong><\/p>\n60% Education Coordination<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Coordinate and lead delivery of onsite, offsite and virtual wildlife and environmental education programs, hospital tours and workshops<\/li>\n
- Develop and lead youth and group one-day or weekend volunteer projects<\/li>\n
- Coordinate with education partners, businesses and program participants on scheduling, project and curriculum development, materials and program fees<\/li>\n
- Reach out to teachers, youth organizations and other resources to increase education program development<\/li>\n
- Train and coordinate education and outreach volunteers to assist with education program delivery<\/li>\n
- Ensure Think Wild safety and policy protocols are followed during programs<\/li>\n
- Maintain all equipment and supplies needed for programming<\/li>\n
- Assist with organizing community events and coordinating public outreach, tabling as needed (depending on COVID-19 restrictions)<\/li>\n
- Assist in development of education materials and brochure<\/li>\n
- Ensure proper set-up and take-down for education and workshop activities<\/li>\n
- Assist in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports, logbook documentation, and daily attendance.<\/li>\n
- Know, enforce, and follow all safety guidelines associated with TW and all program areas. This includes but is not limited to being responsible for participant safety and whereabouts at all times.<\/li>\n
- Know\/review all emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately.<\/li>\n
- Perform other duties relating to the organization\u2019s education goals and mission as required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
40% Volunteer Coordination<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Manage recruitment, assignment, and orientation of new volunteers for hospital, education, rescue\/transport and other areas as necessary<\/li>\n
- Oversee communications and scheduling of volunteers at the wildlife hospital and for other programs as necessary<\/li>\n
- Ensure accurate and up-to-date communications on volunteer scheduling with staff<\/li>\n
- Oversee the training schedules and development of new volunteers<\/li>\n
- Develop and coordinate volunteer appreciation events<\/li>\n
- Act as point person for general questions, concerns, etc. for TW volunteers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Desired Skills and Experience<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n- Passion for Think Wild mission<\/li>\n
- Currently enrolled or completed B.A. or B.S. in science, biology, environmental sciences, education, environmental education, or a related course of study (or work experience to replace)<\/li>\n
- Demonstrate enthusiasm for teaching wildlife-related topics and preferably have environmental education and\/or teaching experience<\/li>\n
- Safely manage program participants in an outdoor environment<\/li>\n
- Public relations and communications skills: outgoing, helpful and positive personality; ability to work well with children and adults including giving presentations; maturity and leadership abilities; ability to handle sensitive situations in a tactful manner<\/li>\n
- Flexible and able to adapt to an ever-changing work environment with challenging logistics<\/li>\n
- Ability to take initiative and be creative with unique programming needs<\/li>\n
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a small team<\/li>\n
- Knowledge of the Central Oregon environments and wildlife is a plus<\/li>\n
- Applicant must possess a valid driver\u2019s license and a good driving record<\/li>\n
- Comfortable working in the outdoors, including in and around shallow water, in sometimes physically demanding conditions (heat, biting insects, etc.)<\/li>\n
- Willingness to follow all COVID-19 precautions, including mask wearing, hand washing, and supporting children in health and safety precautions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n