Camp Programs Assistant

North Carolina Zoo

Asheboro, NC, United States
Base: $18.00 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
Handling live animals
Transporting live animals
Presenting educational programs
The North Carolina Zoo has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Camp Programs Assistant, providing oversight, training, mentorship, and support to educators and volunteers

Job Summary

  • The North Carolina Zoo has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Camp Programs Assistant, providing oversight, training, mentorship, and support to educators and volunteers.
  • Key responsibilities include presenting and evaluating non-formal education programs and day camps, handling live animals, and acting as the primary contact for camper safety.
  • The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and fair chance policies.

Matching Summary

The North Carolina Zoo has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Camp Programs Assistant, providing oversight, training, mentorship, and support to educators and volunteers.

Salary

Base: $18.00 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • handling live animals
  • transporting live animals
  • presenting educational programs
  • creating virtual content
  • working with children

Nice-to-have

  • animal ambassador handling
  • mentorship and support
  • team collaboration
  • public speaking skills
  • problem-solving initiative

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in natural science or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Two years of experience in natural science interpretive and educational programs
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license
  • Ability to drive a 17-passenger bus

Work Rights

Not specified

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