Facility

The Alaska Zoo

Closing Date

Description

The Alaska Zoo Education Department is presently seeking a qualified individual for the Distance Learning Coordinator position. This permanent, full-time position involves developing and leading videoconferencing distance learning programs, distance learning program coordination, booking and invoicing, and assisting with various education events and presentations. Work hours will vary with some evenings, overnights and weekends required based on program schedules.

Education and Pre-requisites

Animal experience is essential and candidate must be willing to handle a variety of education ambassador animals, including but not limited to reptiles, birds and mammals. Candidate must possess the ability to work well individually and as a team, and must be comfortable instructing and presenting to all age groups. Excellent communication, organization and time management skills are a must. The ability to develop science-based program activities built to educational standards with a creative flare is also essential. Candidate must have a clean background and submit to a full background check, in addition to holding a valid Alaska driver’s license.

Compensation and benefits

This is a full-time, year-round, permanent position with benefits. The starting pay of the position is $13.00 per hour, 40 hours per week.

Application instructions

Interested parties should email a cover letter and resume to the Education Director, Stephanie Hartman at slhartman@alaskazoo.org.