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Bird Staff/Educator
Summary:
Under general supervision of the Education Department Manager, participate in the care, training and utilization of the resident educational birds and conduct educational programs in accordance with CBP standards and procedures.
To Apply:
If interested, please email a resume, a 1 page cover letter and a 1-2 minute video documenting your public speaking ability to:
Stephen Schabel
stephen.schabel@avianconservationcenter.org
Director
The Center for Birds of Prey
PO Box 1247
Charleston, SC 29402
- Assist in the coordination and performance of all aspects of basic husbandry and routine care for the resident birds.
- Perform all educational program duties in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and act as an Ambassador for the Center and its mission.
- Oversee and advise on the use, control and maintenance of husbandry facilities, supplies and equipment.
- Assist in the coordination and supervision of volunteer bird staff activities and conduct training in the proper care, treatment, and utilization of birds for educational purposes.
- Assist in the training of working birds and developing educational presentations as needed.
- Present or assist in the presentation of on-site and off-site programs.
- Supports the Captive Breeding program on a seasonal basis as needed.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Biology, or related field
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Strong Public Speaking skills
- Must be able to work outside during all seasons
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Weekend, evening and holiday work required
Preference will be given to applicants with experience in the areas of environmental education and/or avian husbandry and/or training.
Facilities & Maintenance Supervisor
Summary:
Maintain the facilities and grounds of the Avian Conservation Center/ The Center for Birds of Prey in accordance with ACC/CBP standards and procedures.
To Apply:
Please send resume to: info@thecenterforbirdsofprey.org
- Maintain all landscaped areas of the ACC Campus including (but not limited to):
- Regular turf-grass management (weekly cutting during the growing season)
- Pruning and limbing of trees and shrubs
- Weed control
- Pest Control
- Conduct regular building and facilities maintenance in accordance with ACC/CBP maintenance plan
- Conduct routine repairs on ACC/CBP assets including buildings and equipment
- Coordinate repairs and maintenance tasks with outside vendors when necessary
- Assess all campus grounds and facilities for maintenance and repair needs
- Maintain all roadways on the ACC Campus
- Maintain and repair equipment utilized in Campus maintenance and daily operations
- Golf cart maintenance experience is desirable
- Small engine repair experience is desirable
- Plumbing and electrical experience is desirable
- Oversee and advise staff and volunteer staff on the use, control and maintenance of landscaping supplies and equipment.
- Assist in the coordination and supervision of volunteer grounds staff activities and conduct training in the proper care, treatment, and utilization of tools and equipment for campus maintenance.
Education Department Manager
Summary:
Under supervision of the Director of Operations, manage the overall operations of the Center’s Education Program, including program content, coordination of educational instruction and presentations, and associated administrative functions.
To Apply:
If interested, please email a resume, a 1 page cover letter and a 1-2 minute video documenting your public speaking ability to:
Stephen Schabel stephen.schabel@avianconservationcenter.org
Director,
The Center for Birds
of Prey
PO Box 1247
Charleston, SC 29402
- Schedule, organize and facilitate the delivery of educational presentations; present or assist in the presentation of specific programs; train and manage appropriate staff and volunteer staff members.
- Ensure compliance of the Center’s Education Programs with local, state and federal policies and regulations and act as an Ambassador for the Center and its mission.
- Supervise Resident Bird Staff and coordinate associated personnel actions including, but not limited to, performance appraisals, promotions and work schedules.
- Identify materials/equipment needed and ensure the proper control, usage, and maintenance of materials/equipment associated with educational activities.
- Collect and analyze Education Department data; prepare schedules and special reports; maintain program records and statistical information; ensure adequate communication of necessary information to management.
- Develop working relationships with educational departments at cooperating institutions; maintain a database of contacts for educational programming.
- Coordinate the training of resident birds; manage the working schedule of birds utilized in the educational activities in cooperation with Captive Breeding Manager.
- Supports the Captive Breeding program on a seasonal basis as needed.
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Biology, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in Environmental Education, Avian Husbandry/Training, or related field
- Strong Leadership Skills
- Strong written and verbal communications skills
- Strong Public Speaking skills
- Must be able to work outside during all seasons
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Weekend, evening and holiday work required
Preference will be given to applicants with experience in the areas of environmental education and/or avian husbandry and/or training.