PHS/SPCA Wildlife Educator (saratoga)

Job Title: Wildlife Educator FLSA Status: Exempt, Full-Time Salary: $66,560/year Excellent Benefits Package Available This position is on-site in Saratoga.
Who we are: The Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA (PHS/SPCA) is a local, private, non-profit charitable organization dedicated to animal welfare.
It is our mission is to build healthy relationships between people and animals.
PHS/SPCA is truly an open admission shelter, not only accepting many pet animals who might be refused at other shelters, but also taking care of injured and orphaned native wildlife.
We’re among just a handful of humane societies and SPCAs, worldwide, that extends its caring services to sick, injured and orphaned wildlife.
Typically, we successfully rehabilitate 1,200 to 1,400 animals each year, vital work made possible by generous donations.
To learn more about us, visit www.
phs-spca.
org.
Who you are: You’re passionate about animal welfare and enjoy developing awareness of native wildlife and other animal-related issues, advocating for wildlife protection and conservation, and empowering community members of all ages to make a positive impact toward wildlife and animal welfare in general.
You’re excited to oversee, design, conduct, and evaluate educational programs with the goals of involving people in our organization and motivating them to act with responsibility toward native wildlife.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.
Specifics may change as programs evolve.
Other duties may be assigned.
• Schedule and conduct educational presentations in K-12 classrooms throughout Santa Clara County to promote wildlife care and conservation.
• Develop new youth education programs focused on proper animal interaction, care, rehabilitation, and release.
• Create curriculum, educational materials, and lesson plans for teachers to borrow and use in their classrooms.
• Create inspiring youth and adult projects that encourage participation in wildlife conservation efforts and develop materials to support those projects.
• Conduct wildlife education presentations for youth groups in the community and the general-public.
• Promote responsible and ethical treatment of wildlife in the community.
• Lead educator tours of the Interpretive Learning Path at the Saratoga shelter.
• Plan and direct all aspects of summer day camps for youth including registration, communication, volunteers, activities, and animal education.
• Hire, train, and manage seasonal camp counselors.
• Collaborate with other departments to enrich educational program content.
• Create, update, and organize all written department materials.
• Track participation metrics to gauge program reach and impact.
• Purchase supplies and track expenses responsibly.
• Work with the communications team to advertise educational events and update web content, social media, and online platforms.
• Recruit and place education volunteers appropriately.
• Demonstrate empathy when sensitive topics arise.
• Network with other humane educators to stay updated on best practices.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises 5-15 volunteers active in the Education department and two seasonal camp counselors.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Responsibilities include interviewing and training personnel; scheduling shifts; assigning and directing tasks; appraising performance; correcting and rewarding work; addressing concerns and resolving conflicts.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Upon hire, must pass a background check.
• Good working knowledge of animal breeds, nutrition, general care, training, and related information.
Knowledge, appreciation, and respect for animals, including birds, reptiles, rodents, and small animals.
Ability to work with and handle animals.
Highly motivated toward the welfare and humane treatment of all animals.
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university.
One year minimum of experience in education, teaching, or related field.
Broad knowledge of animal care and welfare issues.
Work experience with youth and the skill to manage a classroom.
Work or volunteer experience with diverse audiences preferred.
• Teaching credential preferred.
Completion of Pediatric First Aid & CPR or ability to take course.
Valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record to be insured by PHS insurance and access to personal transportation.
• Knowledge of database software, specifically Better Impact or become proficient within the first six months from hire date.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and computer keyboarding skills (data entry).
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Must be available to work irregular hours, shifts, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
Excellent Benefits Package Available • Medical /Dental /Vision/Life/ Flex Spending • Sick, Vacation and Holiday pay • Employee Assistance Plan • Retirement plan & employer matching Available to all employees with pets: • Free vaccines, spay/neuter, microchipping, and two pet adoptions • Discounted euthanasia services/cremation, bloodwork, urinalysis, prescription food, and discounts at our retail stores.
For more information about our available job opportunities and how to apply, please visit our website at www.
phs-spca.
org/careers The Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA is an equal opportunity employer.
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO