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What We Do The Busch Wildlife Sanctuary (BWS) is a non-profit organization with over 40 years of dedication to the protection and conservation of Florida's wildlife and natural resources. To accomplish this goal the Sanctuary has a twofold mission of wildlife rehabilitationand environmental education. We rescue sick, injured, or orphaned native Florida wildlife with the goal of returning them to the wild. Last year we had over 5,200 patients come into our hospital. Ninety percent of the patients admitted each year to the Sanctuary's wildlife rehabilitation center have suffered from some type of human-related injury. Collisions with automobiles, fishing line entanglement, illegal gunshots, poisonings, and electrocutions, are only a small example of the types of injuries that are regularly treated and why education of the public is so important. Position Under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer, this position oversees all aspects of the volunteer program at Busch Wildlife Sanctuary. Benefits, Schedule, and Location Benefits for

Full-Time Employees:

Paid time off, medical insurance covered at 100%, vision, dental, life insurance, and 401(K) Plan with employer matching up to 4% of salary

Schedule:

Regular work hours are generally 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Weekends are required.

Location:

This position requires the Volunteer Coordinator to work from BWS in Jupiter, FL. Essential duties include the following Oversee all volunteer functions including recruitment, interviews, and placement of applicants for volunteer work; conduct or coordinate their training; discipline volunteers. Assist all departments by on boarding and training new volunteers or facilitating training. Work with Department Directors on developing and maintaining volunteer policies, procedures, and standards of work. Develop, promote, and maintain a wide range of volunteer opportunities throughout the organization. Observe work activities of volunteers to evaluate performance. Maintain accurate records in volunteer database and provide timely statistical and activity reports on volunteer participation. Confer and/or work with volunteers directly to resolve any grievances or issues and promote cooperation. Develop and oversee program budget, newsletter, appreciation events and volunteer benefits. Organize and participate in volunteer recognition programs. Act as back-up for Hospital Front Desk, Discovery Center, Welcome Desk and Gift Shop. Provide a fun, educational, and positive Sanctuary experience for guests. Other duties as assigned. 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. Language Ability Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Math Ability Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Reasoning Ability Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, and internet software. Education/Experience Batchelor's degree in environmental science, biology, or relevant field preferred.

Minimum qualifications:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Certificates and Licenses Valid driver's license Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Delegating tasks Strong communication skills, both oral and written People skills Comfortable around animals Knowledge of Florida wildlife and environment Physical Demands With or without reasonable accommodation, employees in this position must be able to regularly stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear, and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move 10 pounds, must frequently lift and/or move 20 pounds, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 plus pounds. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often exposed to chemicals required to maintain a sanitary facility including bleach; wet or humid conditions (non-weather); work near moving mechanical parts; outdoor weather conditions; extreme cold (non-weather); risk of electrical shock; and animal bites. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. BWS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status.

Job Type:

Full-time Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person