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Description
The Peregrine Fund is a non-profit dedicated to saving birds of prey from extinction. Throughout the world, birds of prey are threatened by shooting, poisoning, and loss of habitat. Saving these birds is an effective means of conserving the rich diversity of life that is critical to the future health of our planet and the well-being of generations to come.
Responsibilities:
General volunteer management duties include recruiting, training, scheduling, record keeping, planning volunteer events, and all other aspects of managing a volunteer group exceeding 100 volunteers. Employee also required to conduct interpretation programs for the public. Our volunteer positions include tour guides/docents, gift shop attendants, chamber cleaners, and occasional maintenance and other duties at the visitor's center.
All positions at The Peregrine Fund include other duties or assignments as needed, to include helping co-workers when help is requested. Teamwork will be mandatory as it is essential to the goals and the successes of the organization. Employee will be required to work with live birds of prey on a daily basis.
Reports To: Interpretive Center Director
Qualifications:
Must be enthusiastic, team player, enjoy interacting with people, and committed to the goals of the organization. A college degree is preferred, with extensive experience in managing volunteers. Desired applicant will also have strong oral and written communication skills. Interpretation experience and working with birds of prey is desirable, but not required.
Must have knowledge of general computer operation, including programs such as: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet.
Compensation: Hourly, dependent on experience.
Work Schedule: Part-time Approx. 24-29 hours a week. Will be required to be flexible and work weekends and holidays.
To Apply:
All applicants should submit a cover letter and resume by Tuesday, July 31st, 2012. Please send applications by email, fax or mail.
Interpretive Center Director
The Peregrine Fund
5668 W. Flying Hawk Lane
Boise, ID 83709
The Peregrine Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer.