Education Coordinator - Volunteers [Full-Time]

San Antonio Zoo; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading zoo as an Education Coordinator for Volunteers, where you'll empower volunteers through engaging educational activities and conservation-focused events. Collaborate with a passionate team to enhance community engagement and support wildlife conservation efforts.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience with volunteer programs at similar facilities preferred.
• Experience in nature interpretation and educational curriculum development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supporting daily operations of the Volunteer Team and Education Department.
• Developing and implementing conservation-focused educational activities.
• Recruiting, onboarding, scheduling, and training volunteers and interns.

Skills

Mentorship

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to Detail

Motivational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related fields

Job description

Education Coordinator - Volunteers [Full-Time]

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Job Details

Description

Education Coordinator - Volunteers

Collaborate with a passionate Zoo Crew in San Antonio

Choosing where to grow your career is a major decision that impacts your professional and personal life. San Antonio Zoo offers a diverse environment where you can collaborate with passionate individuals to secure a future for wildlife.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

The Education Coordinator - Volunteers empowers volunteers through impactful nature interpretation, hands-on activities, and engaging conservation-focused events. You will collaborate across departments to support special events, outreach, and other initiatives, supporting volunteers and interns, and fostering community engagement.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting daily operations of the Volunteer Team and Education Department.
• Developing and implementing conservation-focused educational activities.
• Planning and coordinating volunteer opportunities and events.
• Evaluating the impact and effectiveness of educational programs and volunteers.
• Recruiting, onboarding, scheduling, and training volunteers and interns.
• Mentoring and providing feedback to volunteers and staff.
• Supporting volunteers’ ongoing education and community building.
• Collaborating with zoo staff to ensure accurate information dissemination and resource utilization.
• Developing partnerships with community organizations and corporate volunteers.
• Aligning departmental goals with zoo priorities.
• Performing other duties as required.

Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• A passion for working with volunteers of all ages.
• Strong mentorship and teamwork skills.
• Ability to ensure safety during programs.
• Effective communication skills in person, email, and phone.
• Experience coordinating with multiple departments.
• Attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to schedule changes.
• Motivational skills to engage guests and volunteers.
• Experience in nature interpretation and educational curriculum development preferred.
• Knowledge of conservation, zoology, ecology, and animal behavior preferred.
• Experience with volunteer management and related systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in related fields preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience with volunteer programs at similar facilities preferred.
• Flexibility to work in varying weather conditions and on weekends, holidays, and evenings.

The San Antonio Zoo is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industries: Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos