RBC Zoomobile Coordinator

The Calgary Zoological Society, which operates the Calgary Zoo, Botanical Garden and Prehistoric Park , is dedicated to recreation, education, conservation, and wildlife research. Our staff and volunteers are what make us a success in these activities and keep us focused on our commitment to providing outstanding recreation for the whole family. If you would like to be part of this team, we have the following full time, limited term employment opportunity available:

RBC Zoomobile is a new initiative of the Calgary Zoo to take educational programming and live animals to schools, seniors centers, and other community events and locations. The Education Department is seeking a dynamic and creative individual with excellent organizational and communication skills.

Under the guidance of the Community Education Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for delivery and coordination of RBC Zoomobile including creating and delivering programming, handling live animals, supervising basic administrative functions, scheduling staff, maintaining a budget and other associated duties.

Candidates will bring the following qualifications and experience to the position:

• Experience in interpretation, environmental education, or related field;
• Keen interest and knowledge in natural history and conservation;
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Excellent public speaking skills and the ability to develop rapport and engage children and adults in an entertaining and educational manner;
• Excellent animal handling skills;
• Ability to work under minimal supervision within defined guidelines;
• Superior customer service to all clients;
• A Bachelor's degree in Zoology, Education or related field.

 

Conditions of Employment :

• Full time, limited term position
• Clean Drivers Abstract, Class 4 License
• First Aid and CPR
• Criminal Police check
• Most work will be week days but must be able to accommodate a flexible schedule including days, weekends, stat holidays and eveningsPosition to begin June 2, 2008 (or earlier, if possible)

Physical Demands: This office job involves full mobility, lifting of medium loads and standing for long periods of time.

The Calgary Zoological Society offers a competitive compensation package, free on-grounds parking, discounts on food and gift shop purchases, discounts on education programs, a complimentary annual pass for you and your family as well as the opportunity to work in a park full of wild animals; did you ever think you could spend your lunch break with a giraffe everyday?

If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual we invite you to send your resume and covering letter, no later than 4pm, May 15, 2008 in confidence to:

Human Resources The Calgary Zoological Society 1300 Zoo Road NE Calgary, Alberta T2E 7V6 Fax: (403) 695-3807 Email: hr@calgaryzoo.ab.ca

PLEASE NO PHONE INQUIRES All applicants are thanked in advance and are advised that only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.