What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Assistant position at Sanctuary One?
We are hiring a part time Program Assistant. Spanish bilingual preferred. This position will be responsible for assisting several of Sanctuary One’s core programs (Public Tours, Service-Learning, and Field Trips).
A love of animals and nature is critical, although specific gardening techniques can be learned on the job.
The position is Thursday-Saturday 7:30-4:00pm with a half hour lunch for a total of 24hours. Benefit package includes vacation time.
Pay: $20 an hour
Please check the commute prior to applying.
SUMMARY: This position will be responsible for assisting several of Sanctuary One’s core programs ( Public Tours, Service-Learning, and Field Trips ).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Assist with maintaining and enhancing existing Educational and Service-Learning (SL) partnerships; work to cultivate additional partnerships
● Plan and implement activities for SL groups; emphasis in these activities will be in our prime mission areas of care for people, animals, and the earth
● Assist with maintaining and enhancing existing Field Trip contacts; work to increase field trip registration
● Help maintain records of program activities including number of participants served, and produce monthly report
● Lead public, educational, and SL tours
● Provide support in other areas of farm operation as needed, including interns, volunteers, general office help (answering phones, emails, and walk-in inquiries) and animal-care activities
● Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
● Bachelor’s Degree in related field, or at least two years of experience in a similar position
● Spanish Bilingual preferred
● Prior farm experience preferred, with basic knowledge of care and feeding of domesticated animals
● Demonstrated ability to work as a team member with colleagues at all levels
● Display excellent interpersonal and customer-service skills with diverse audiences
● General knowledge and skills in word processing, data management, communications, and social media (including, but not limited to, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
● Ability to write legibly, follow verbal and written instructions, and perform basic math
● Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision and show evidence of good judgment
● Must be able to perform physical labor in all kinds of weather conditions and must be able to lift up to 20 pounds and occasionally as much as 70 pounds
● A demonstrable commitment to maintaining confidentiality and security
● Must possess a current, valid driver’s license and current Oregon auto insurance
● Must successfully complete a Criminal History Check
You can learn more at https://sanctuaryone.org/about/jobs
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Work setting:
- In-person
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Jacksonville, OR (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20