The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee

Volunteer Coordinator

The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee

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Job Summary

Are you a self-motivated individual who is:

  • A relationship-building. You easily make friends and love to talk to a diverse group of people. You also listen intently to others to understand their interests and respond positively.
  • Organized. You are able to multi-task, shift priorities, and manage multiple projects.
  • An excellent communicator. You can convey ideas and instructions simply using multiple forms of communication including verbal and written.
  • Tech savvy. You are able to use various platforms to effectively recruit and communicate with volunteers and the community.
  • Share a love of wildlife and conservation.

If you can say yes to all of these questions, our Volunteer Coordinator position may be the right job for you! 

Job Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:  The Volunteer Coordinator will be working alongside The Elephant Sanctuary’s Education team with the primary responsibility for coordination and implementation of The Sanctuary’s successful volunteer programs. Volunteer Coordinator is tasked with managing, coordinating, and expanding existing programs (EleAmbassadors, On-Site Volunteer Program, and Group Volunteer Programs) and developing and delivering additional volunteer programs (Interpretative Volunteer Program), and collecting data evaluating the program for improvement.

In addition to volunteer program responsibilities the VC will work in collaboration with the Education Team supporting day-to-day programming and operation for The Elephant Discovery Center and Distance Learning Programs. Responsibilities include greeting and informing visitors, as well as planning and delivering Sanctuary education programming through a variety of outlets to the widest possible audience.

STATUS: Full-time, Non-Exempt; some nights and weekends are required

REPORTS TO: Education Manager

Qualifications

JOB PREREQUISITES include:

  • Bachelor’s degree in education, non-profit management, wildlife management or similar preferred. 
  • Minimum 1-year prior work experience in volunteer programs, museum or equivalent setting required. Experience building volunteer programs preferred.  
  • Public speaking, comfortable with virtual technology, and public relations skills are required.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft computer programs to include Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Adaptability to latest forms of technology.
  • Experience with a non-profit is a plus.
  • Ability to count money/change accurately for gift store purchases.
  • Must be on-site 5 days a week in Hohenwald, includes evenings and weekends as needed .
  • Walking and driving outside on all types of terrain and in different weather conditions.
  • Bilingual-Spanish is ideal, but not required
  • Authorized to work in the United States.

Additional Information

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, AirEvac, and life insurance (all paid 100% by organization for employees), paid-time off, retirement, and elective benefits.

How to Apply

Please email your resume and cover letter to  humanresources@elephants.com 

No telephone calls, please. All applications will be held in strict confidence.

The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Details

  • Date Posted: April 17, 2025
  • Type: Full-Time
  • Job Function: Other
  • Service Area: Animal Welfare
  • Start Date: 05/01/2025
  • Salary Range: 18.50-22.00
  • Working Hours: 40hrs/week