Sanctuary Grounds Coordinator

American Bear Association; Orr (MN); On-site; USD 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing & meals provided

Sanctuary vehicle provided

Job summary

The American Bear Association seeks a hands-on Seasonal Sanctuary Grounds & Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary, including grounds and facilities maintenance, equipment operation, bear feeding, inventory, and leading interns and volunteers.

Based in Orr, Minnesota, this seasonal, full-time role runs roughly May through October with a 40-50 hour week and occasional evenings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily physical operations of Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary
• Manage grounds and facilities maintenance, equipment operation, and bear feeding/food preparation
• Lead interns and volunteers and manage inventory

Job description

Seasonal Sanctuary Grounds & Operations Manager – Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary – American Bear Association

Location: Orr, Minnesota

Position: Seasonal, Full-Time

Duration: Approximately early May through mid-to-late October (minimum 6 months; exact dates TBD)

Schedule: Generally 40-50 hours/week, including evenings, weekends and holidays as needed

Compensation: Salaried, starting at $1,600/month, commensurate with experience and qualifications

Housing & Meals: Provided

Sanctuary Vehicle: Provided for work-related use

Position Overview

The American Bear Association is seeking a hands‑on, dependable and safety‑conscious Seasonal Sanctuary Grounds & Operations Manager to help oversee the daily physical operations of the Vince Shute Wildlife Sanctuary. This position combines grounds and facility maintenance, equipment operation, bear feeding and food preparation, inventory management, and leadership of interns and volunteers. The successful candidate must be comfortabl...