Education Operations Coordinator
Job Title: Education Operations Coordinator
Supervisor: Programs and Creative Director
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Part-Time
The International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council is a non-profit organization that provides training, certification, and education benefits to wildlife rehabilitators worldwide. Our growing organization is looking for a proactive individual to manage classes. Though this is an administrative position, a personal background in wildlife rehabilitation, animal care, or environmental issues is preferred. Read more about our organization at theiwrc.org.
Working Conditions
This position is .75 FTE (30 hours/week) with potential for seasonal flexibility.
Remote work environment
Some evening or weekend on call requirements during courses (app. 12 weekends a year)
Occasional travel possible
Compensation and Benefits
Pay $23.25-$24.00 hourly depending on experience
Remote working stipend ($40/month)
Generous paid time off plan
Flexible schedule
SEP IRA
Professional development opportunities
Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain seasonal website updates for online and in-person course availability and class registrations
Maintain class and registrant data in database
Engage in course outreach efforts
Manage and engage independent contract instructors
Organize and enact all aspects of classroom and virtual wildlife rehabilitation courses including:
Recruit hosts
Recruit instructors
Arrange logistics
Contract and communicate collaboratively with instructors and hosts
All aspects of communication with students from inquiry and registration to certificate issuance
Instructor support during lecture and lab sessions as needed
Manage grading and student feedback
Review and consolidate instructor invoices and receipts to send to office for payment
Review class evaluations
Respond to course related office box emails and file receipts
Phone support during working hours
Data cleanup of Salesforce dashboards as needed
Required Qualifications
Outgoing and self-motivated individual eager to promote the mission of the IWRC.
Self-disciplined, highly organized, communicative, and detail oriented.
Thrives in a dynamic, collaborative work environment.
Comfortable working in a remote setting with online work management software
Ability to work effectively with diverse personalities in a tactful, decisive, and resourceful manner.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
Proficient with Google Suite and ability to learn new computer programs.
Desired Qualifications
4-year college degree or AA degree specifically focused on wildlife issues, education, organizational/administrative management, or related field.
Constituent relationship management database experience (Salesforce proficiency preferred)
Paid, volunteer, or educational background in wildlife rehabilitation or related field
Experience in administration, programming, or event management, ideally for a non-profit organization.
Spanish or other non-English language proficiency
How to Apply
Please email your resume and cover letter as a single PDF to director@theiwrc.org. The position is open until filled but priority review will begin August 1.
The International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council is an equal opportunity employer. Our organization serves a global community of wildlife rehabilitators, carers, and professionals and is made stronger by diversity. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, parental status, marital status, veteran status, or national or ethnic origin. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
