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Guest Experience Manager
Job Title: Guest Experience Manager
Job Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Reporting Relationships: Reports directly to the Director of Guest Experience. Direct supervision of Guest Experience Assistant Manager, Guest Experience Supervisors and Guest Experience Staff
Location: Mostly at our Liberty Park campus with opportunities to be at our Nature Center at Pia Okwai campus. Potential for more time at the Nature Center at Pia Okwai
Compensation: $46,000-$50,000/year
Benefits: Access to Health Insurance, Paid time off, Sick leave, access to 401k retirement after 1 year.
Job Summary: The Guest Experience Manager plays an integral role in providing support and leadership to staff and guests alike ensuring both have an outstanding experience while at one of our two campuses, Tracy Aviary Liberty Park and Nature Center at Pia Okwai. Responsibilities include overseeing the successful operations of admissions, merchandise and foodservice.
Job Responsibilities:
This position includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and administer exemplary guest service training.
- Staff
- Utilizing equitable hiring practices, interview and hire Guest Experience staff.
- Create and release a schedule for staff promptly and ensure adequate staffing levels
- Provide guidance, support, and serve as a role model for staff daily.
- Assist staff in dealing with unusual situations and problematic guests.
- Motivate all Guest Experience Staff, consistent communication and expectations of staff, as well as corrective actions when needed.
- Promote continuous improvement in guest experience, workplace safety, environmental practices, and revenue generation.
- Admissions
- Ensure admission protocols are being followed by staff and guests alike.
- Merchandise
- Responsible for inventory acceptance, tracking, reporting, and stocking of Nature Store
- Foodservice
- Monitor and update menu, point of sale system, signage, equipment, and organization of Bird Feeder Cafe and storage areas as needed.
- Ensure all safety and health board regulations are exceeded.
- Events
- Works closely with the Events team to offer support to a variety of events.
- Lightwalk- Be a key player in organizing and executing operations for Lightwalk, our annual holiday light event that runs nightly in December.
- Budgeting
- Become familiar with and operate within assigned budget goals.
- Maintain an accurate record of cash deposits and ensure deposits are taken to the bank regularly.
- Work closely with other departments and develop practices for supporting both campuses (Tracy Aviary Liberty Park and Nature Center at Pia Okwai) during on-grounds events such as ushering bird shows, birthday parties, business meetings, and fundraising events. Must also be willing and able to work these on-grounds events, which may include planning, staffing, assisting guests, etc.
- Work with the Membership coordinator to facilitate memberships and maintain reciprocals.
- Tracy Aviary is open 363 days a year, a successful candidate must be able to work various hours, including weekends, nights, and holidays. Schedules are flexible with a goal of either the manager or asst. Manager present on grounds 7 days a week.
Job Qualifications:
Studies have shown that women, non-binary folks, and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color are much less likely to apply for a position unless they feel they meet every qualification as described. We are committed to finding the best overall candidate. Please think about the breadth of your life experience when considering the following lists of qualifications.
- Willing to embrace our commitment to being a more diverse and inclusive place to work and visit.
- Previous experience working in a fast-paced guest service or retail environment.
- Ability to monitor and work within budget goals OR ability to learn
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines in a busy work environment.
- Ability to provide leadership in a collaborative work environment that focuses on guiding, developing, and managing a guest service-oriented staff.
- Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with point-of-sale systems, tracking inventory, and other reporting tools preferred OR willingness to learn.
- Previous management experience.
- Previous experience in any of the following areas, Admissions, Merchandising, Foodservice, or Events.
- Ability to speak, read, and/or write in multiple languages.
Comments: This position involves lifting heavy supplies, bending, cleaning, and occasionally carrying items. Must be willing and able to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays, early and late hours, promotional events, and other necessary times as needed.
Disclaimer: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an employee assigned to this job.
To Apply: This position is open until filled. Email a resume and cover letter to Bonny Lahey at [email protected]
Tracy Aviary Justice, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion Statement:
At Tracy Aviary, we value the beauty and diversity of birds and nature. In the same spirit, we are committed to providing a safe haven for people in all their diversity to engage, learn, and connect with nature at our facilities and through our programs. We strive to be increasingly respectful and responsive to this broad diversity of people and partner with the community to co-create opportunities to connect with nature and each other. We see diversity, equity, accessibility, inclusion, and justice as requisites for institutional excellence. We aim to create an environment in which staff can bring their whole selves and are supported through mentoring, growth opportunities, and recognition of their value as part of our organization. It is our aspiration that our staff, partners, and volunteers embrace our core values, and that we extend these values to our guests and community.
*By diversity we mean the quality of being different or unique at the individual or group level. This definition encompasses all people including but not limited to people of different ages, languages, ethnicities, gender identities, nationalities, immigration status, parental status, abilities, learning styles, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio economic status, education
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Events Coordinator
Events Coordinator
Job Family: Guest Experience
Job Title: Events Coordinator
Job Status: Full time, Overtime Exempt
Location: Tracy Aviary at Liberty Park (60%) and Nature Center at Pia Okwai (40%). Time spent at each location can vary depending on the event needs.
Relationships: Reports to Event Manager. Additional reporting to the Nature Center Director. Works closely with departments to facilitate rentals and events at both campuses.
Job Summary: This position includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
- Correspond with potential and current partners and clients. Schedule meetings and tours for clients and vendors as well as answer questions and inquiries by phone and email.
- Helps maintain events calendars and schedules across various platforms.
- Provide day-of coordination services to private event clientele.
- Process contracts and ensure fulfillment of all contracted services.
- Help train Events staff as needed/assigned.
- Help manage our stock of rental items. Ensure completion of item inventories and maintenance as needed.
- Work weekday, weekend, and after-hours events as needed.
- Collaborate with other departments to provide specialty services, cleaning, and set up for various events. Work directly with vendors, clients, other departments and event volunteers for event setup, coordination, and take down.
- Delegation of tasks to appropriate employees during events.
- Prepare and secure various permits that are required for events as needed.
- Help manage presentation and maintenance of event spaces at both campuses.
- Submit work requests in a timely fashion.
- Schedule and attend meetings as needed or assigned.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications: Studies have shown that women, non-binary folks, and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color are much less likely to apply for a position unless they feel they meet every qualification as described. We are committed to finding the best overall candidate and welcome candidates who may come from less traditional backgrounds. Please think about the breadth of your life experience when considering the lists of qualifications
- Comfortable working as a member of a team
- Well organized and eager to take on new tasks and meet commitments
- Basic knowledge of events OR strong desire to learn
- Positive and flexible attitude, ability to problem solve creatively and be able to ask for help.
- Experience and proficiency working with diverse communities and the ability to utilize cultural competency.
- Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Ability to speak, read, and/or write in multiple languages.
- Previous experience with events and/or public engagement
- Previous experience working for cultural attractions or non-profits
Comments: This position may involve some heavy lifting, may need to assist in setting up rental items such as tables and chairs, cleaning of hazardous materials such as broken glass may occur. Must be able to work weekends and nights. This role will be comprised of approximately 50% private event work and approximately 50% public event work over course of the the year, but percentages will vary seasonally.
Disclaimer: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an employee assigned to this job.
To Apply: This position is open until filled. Email a resume and cover letter to Jeff Jones at [email protected]
Tracy Aviary Justice, Equity, Diversity, Accessibility, and Inclusion Statement:
At Tracy Aviary, we value the beauty and diversity of birds and nature. In the same spirit, we are committed to providing a safe haven for people in all their diversity to engage, learn, and connect with nature at our facilities and through our programs. We strive to be increasingly respectful and responsive to this broad diversity of people and partner with the community to co-create opportunities to connect with nature and each other. We see diversity, equity, accessibility, inclusion, and justice as requisites for institutional excellence. We aim to create an environment in which staff can bring their whole selves and are supported through mentoring, growth opportunities, and recognition of their value as part of our organization. It is our aspiration that our staff, partners, and volunteers embrace our core values and that we extend these values to our guests and community.
*By diversity we mean the quality of being different or unique at the individual or group level. This definition encompasses all people including but not limited to people of different ages, languages, ethnicities, gender identities, nationalities, immigration statuses, parental statuses, abilities, learning styles, races, religions, sexual orientations, socio-economic statuses, education levels, and more.
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Custodial and Event Setup Assistant
This position plays a critical role in meeting Tracy Aviary’s mission to inspire curiosity and caring for birds and nature through education and conservation. The Custodial Assistant is responsible for detail oriented work to maintain the cleanliness of facilities and grounds at Tracy Aviary, and at Tracy Aviary’s Jordan River Nature Center campus.The Custodial Assistant also assures that the Chase Mill and other event spaces at Tracy Aviary are clean and set up for events. Responsibilities include deep cleaning and waste removal in restrooms, education spaces, offices, and our grounds, and following instructions to set up tables, chairs, and other event equipment. Candidates must possess problem solving, communication, and organizational skills. They will stay up-to-date on assigned schedules and identify areas for improvement with minimal intervention from supervisors.
Responsibilities Include:
- Cleaning; rental spaces, offices, public facilities, and restrooms.
- Set up for events; moving and setting up chairs, tables, and other rental equipment.
- Maintenance of public and staff walkways through hosing, blowing, or shoveling to provide a clean and tidy appearance.
- Monitor garbage and recycling bins daily, prep for curbside pick-up.
- Communicate with and take direction from the Facilities Manager.
- Assist with maintenance projects.
- Assist Aviary staff in dealing with facilities problems or emergencies.
Job Qualifications:
- Manage multiple projects at once.
- Possess effective problem solving skills and attention to detail.
- Good decision making skills, and be willing to learn and make decisions based on our best practices.
- Professionalism in quickly responding to emergent or sensitive situations.
- General computer experience including Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace are preferred.
- This position involves lifting up to 60lbs, moving tables and chairs, and working in all weather conditions.
- Utah drivers license preferred.
- Must be able to pass a background check.
- Must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or show proof of weekly negative test results.
Comments:
- Custodial Assistant shifts are from 6:30 am – 3:00 pm, 2-3 weekdays and one weekend day per week.
- The position is approximately 20-30 hrs a week.
- Flexible schedules and full-time positions are available for the right person.
- Pay is $13.50-$14.50/hr.
Applications are being accepted until the position is filled. To apply email a resume, cover letter and three references to Rhea Wilson, Facilities Manager at [email protected]
For further information about this position call 801-596-8500 ext. 115
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Conservation Science Intern
Job Summary:
Tracy Aviary’s Conservation Science Program helps conserve birds and their habitats through community science. Focusing on key local habitats and pressing regional conservation issues, our goals are to gather novel information about local avian ecology, inform habitat restoration and stewardship, and engage a diverse community in scientific data collection. In fall of 2024, Tracy Aviary is offering a 4-month internship that will provide on-the-ground experience in avian conservation science, with a focus on two of the Aviary’s research projects:
1) Year-round Bird Monitoring in the Salt Lake Valley: Tracy Aviary conducts year-round community science bird surveys at 12 study sites throughout the Salt Lake Valley. These surveys help answer questions about the impact of restoration, management, and habitat alteration on bird communities, and provide a basis for recommendations on bird-friendly practices at these sites. The Conservation Science Intern will assist in data entry and analysis for all study sites, and will attend non-breeding season surveys at various sites around Salt Lake County.
2) Salt Lake Avian Collision Survey (SLACS): Approximately two-thirds of all migratory bird species migrate at night, and many of these birds miss seasonal migratory cues, wander off course, and collide with windows as a result of light pollution. In order to document light pollution and its impacts on birds in Salt Lake City, Tracy Aviary has created the Salt Lake Avian Collision Survey (SLACS). For this project, staff and community scientists conduct early morning surveys in downtown Salt Lake City during peak migration to document the birds that have collided with buildings overnight. This information is used to inform Lights Out Salt Lake: a grassroots conservation initiative where private residents, buildings, and businesses elect to turn out their lights at night during peak bird migration. The Conservation Science Intern will coordinate volunteers for SLACS, conduct collision surveys during September and October, and assist with outreach for Lights Out Salt Lake.
3) Great Salt Lake Shorebird Motus Tagging Project: Great Salt Lake provides critical habitat to millions of migratory birds, and these habitats are increasingly threatened as water is diverted away from the lake while the region suffers an ongoing drought. While conditions worsen, we are faced with limited information about these birds and where they are moving. Using a
network of Motus Wildlife Tracking stations that have recently been built throughout Utah, and the existing stations established throughout the Pacific flyway and beyond, we have a unique ability to gather essential fine-scale and large-scale information to help conserve birds that are especially threatened by changing climate conditions. The Conservation Science Intern will assist with Motus station installations during the fall months.
Position Dates: ~mid-August to mid-December (4-month position, exact start and end dates flexible)
Primary Duties:
- Enter and proof bird and habitat data for breeding season point count surveys and vegetation surveys conducted during 2024 season. Optional analysis project available depending on experience and interest.
- Conduct morning bird-building collision surveys in downtown Salt Lake City during September and October.
- Help coordinate and train volunteers for SLACS, and assist with outreach for Lights Out Salt Lake.
- Provide support for Tracy Aviary’s Birds of Utah class, including coordination and classroom set up.
- Assist with bird banding and Motus program needs.
- Assist in other duties related to Tracy Aviary’s Conservation Science Program as needed. Stipend: $700/month, housing available starting October in shared intern house
Job Qualifications:
- Background and/or demonstrated experience in biology or ecology.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience working with volunteers/members of the public
- A good team player, but able to work independently
- Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
- Knowledge of bird identification and experience with bird/habitat survey methods preferred ● Experience with data entry and analysis preferred (including ArcGIS, R, and/or other statistical software)
Studies have shown that women, non-binary folks, and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color are much less likely to apply for a position unless they feel they meet every qualification as described. We are committed to finding the best overall candidate and welcome candidates who may come from less traditional backgrounds. Please think about the breadth of your life experience when considering the list of qualifications.
To Apply: Send a cover letter describing relevant experience and skills, a resume, and contact information for three references to Angie Trumbo ([email protected]) by August 23, 2024. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
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Aviculturist (Full Time, Benefitted Position)
Tracy Aviary is seeking an individual dedicated to avian husbandry, conservation, and education to fill the full-time position of Aviculturist.
Salary: Starting wage for this position is $15-17/hour depending on experience. Raises are merit-based.
Job Summary: This position is an animal care position working directly with a collection of over 300 birds, and a few tortoises. Duties involve physical work outdoors throughout the year in conditions common for Utah. The department has a strong focus on avian sustainability, with many breeding recommendations and goals within the collection. Recent hatching highlights include Black-naped Fruit Dove, Black-Necked Stilt, Cape Thick-Knee, Red-Capped Cardinal, Troupial, and Scaly-Sided Merganser. The department runs an intern program focused on mentoring people interested in getting a job in the zoo field, and all aviculture staff members support the program through leadership and on-the-job training, preparing interns for future job opportunities in zoology and animal care. Physical work requirements include lifting up to 50lbs, bending, cleaning, use of non-motorized and motorized tools, pulling of carts, carrying large items, climbing ladders, and driving vehicles. Animals need care 365 days a year, aviculture staff work all holidays and weekends, luckily they have some great feathered colleagues to spend their days with, and supportive team members if they need flexibility with those days!
Day in the life of an Aviculturist:
- Provides animal care essentials through cleaning (hosing, fecal removal, raking, shoveling), diet preparation (including preparing items ranging from fruits and grains, to insects, rodents, and other meats), health and patient care (including providing vaccinations, triage care, and treatments for patients), safety (including exhibit repair, animal capture and restraint), provision of enrichment, husbandry training.
- Learns about the cultural and natural history of the animals in the collection.
- Works with the horticulture team on exhibit needs and plant care.
- Observes and records the health and behavior of the birds, recording daily details through the online database.
- Performs some computer related tasks (updating protocols, responding to email).
- Working with people is just as important as working with animals, duties include training and supervising interns and volunteers while communicating effectively with team members.
Qualifications:
Studies have shown that women, non-binary folks, and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color are much less likely to apply for a position unless they feel they meet every qualification as described. We are committed to finding the best overall candidate for this position. Please think about the breadth of your life experience when considering the following list of qualifications:
Must Haves for Applicants:
- Passionate about birds and committed to inspiring curiosity and caring for birds and nature.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to follow direction from supervisors and colleagues.
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Experience providing and receiving constructive feedback.
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions with bending, lifting, and navigating uneven terrain daily, with reasonable accommodation.
Additional Skills and Experience Welcomed:
- Fluent in speaking and writing Spanish, to support engagement with guests through keeper talks, sign development, and social media support. Native speakers are preferred, but not required. Fluency in other languages is also welcome.
- Experience mentoring teens and young adults through youth development programs.
Being on the Tracy Aviary Team:
Tracy Aviary provides health, dental, and vision, paid family support leave, paid time off and nine observed holidays, paid sick leave, and committed to Justice, Equity, Diversity, Accessibility, and Inclusion.
Tracy Aviary values growth of its team members, providing opportunities for employees to expand their skills. Staff led Committees support multi-department camaraderie with the support to make a difference within the organization, committees focus on staff support and acknowledgement, safety, volunteer programs, green practices, diversity and inclusion, and many other ways to bring new ideas to support the Aviary’s mission and values.
If you would like to learn more about what Tracy Aviary can offer you, or have more questions, feel free to reach out to Kate Lyngle-Cowand at [email protected].
How To Apply:
Applications are being accepted immediately. Position is open until filled. Send 1) a cover letter which describes your life experience, interest, and qualifications for this job and 2) resume, to Kate Lyngle-Cowand (she/her), Curator of Exhibits, at [email protected].
If you would like to know more about this position or have questions about working at Tracy Aviary, please contact Kate for a more comprehensive list of benefits, duties, and responsibilities.
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Custodial Assistant
Tracy Aviary – Liberty Park Campus & Nature Center at Pia Okwai
Join Tracy Aviary in our mission to inspire curiosity and caring for birds and nature through conservation and education by becoming a steward of our buildings and grounds. The Custodial Assistant is responsible for promoting a clean, healthy, safe and pleasant environment for guests, staff and exhibit birds at Tracy Aviary’s Liberty Park Campus and the Nature Center at Pia Okwai through detail oriented work, including deep cleaning restrooms, education spaces, offices, emptying trash, event prep and clean up, and leaf blowing on grounds.
In this position you will work alongside all departments to create solutions for the unique needs of keeping a public garden, nature center, and zoo clean and tidy. You will maintain the cleanliness of the interior and exterior of buildings with minimal supervision, providing feedback to the Assistant Facilities Manager and the Facilities Manager when needed.
Position Details
Status: Part-time, benefited, non-exempt
Schedule: Approximately 20 hr /wk, 6:30 am – 12 pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday. 3 – 4 days per week, flexible for the right candidate.
Compensation: $14.50 hr
Primary Responsibilities
- Perform the opening procedure at both locations.
- Communicating with Assistant Facilities Manager or Facilities Manager when there are any issues surrounding custodial processes so that they may assist in solving the issue.
- Prioritize the cleanliness of public and staff restrooms. As well as walkways through hosing, blowing, or shoveling to provide a clean and tidy appearance.
- Assist Aviary staff in dealing with custodial problems or emergencies.
- Monitor garbage and recycling bins daily, prep for curbside pick-up.
Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred
- Custodial experience preferred
- Able to follow written and verbal directions
- Able to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent and emergency situations
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Good decision making and problem solving skills
- Basic computer and basic math skills
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs, and work in all weather conditions, occasionally shovel snow
- A valid US driver’s license preferred
Studies have shown that women, non-binary people, and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color are much less likely to apply for a position unless they feel they meet every qualification as described. We are committed to finding the best overall candidate and welcome candidates who may come from less traditional backgrounds. Please think about the breadth of your life experience when considering the below list of qualifications.
Please note that this position does not involve any direct contact with animals.
To Apply: This position is open until filled. Email your resume and cover letter to Cody, at [email protected]. Visit our website at TracyAviary.org for more information
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Maintenance Assistant
Tracy Aviary Liberty Park Campus
Join Tracy Aviary in our mission to inspire curiosity and caring for birds and nature through conservation and education by becoming a steward of our buildings and grounds.
The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for performing maintenance and fabrication projects to promote a healthy, safe and pleasant environment for guests, staff and birds. This position requires basic and construction skills with the ability to adapt plans based on dynamic situations. Successful applicants will possess skills in the following categories: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, fabrication, HVAC, welding, painting, small tool repair. The ability to work as a team with other departments is highly regarded.
This position works alongside all departments to create maintenance, fabrication and repair solutions for the unique needs of a public garden, nature center, and zoo. They effectively work independently and as part of a team, have good communication and organizational skills, and excellent mechanical problem solving skills. Work is performed indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions. We are open to considering candidates who may not perfectly match every criteria, as long as they possess the essential skills and qualities and demonstrate a strong potential to adapt to this role’s needs.
Position Details
Status: Part time, non-exempt, Seasonal: January 15, 2025 – May 15, 2025
Schedule: Approximately 20 hr /wk. Wednesday 7:30-4, Thursday 7:30-4, Friday 7:30-11:30 OR 12-4. We have some flexibility on schedule for a candidate that is a good fit.
Compensation: $18-19/ hr depending on experience
Primary Responsibilities
- Works together with the Facilities Manager to plan, schedule and complete projects in preparation for AZA Accreditation in June 2025.
- Complete work requests for maintenance repairs based on priority set by the Facilities Manager &/or Director of Operations.
- Occasionally pickup materials needed to complete projects that you are assigned to using a company vehicle or your personal vehicle, drivers license required.
- Communicates needs with the Facilities Manager, Facilities Assistant Manager, and other staff as necessary.
- Follow procedures already set in place for the proper and safe way to work around birds and their exhibits.
Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred but not required.
- Experience in some of the following skills are required: Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, Fabrication, HVAC, Welding, etc.
- Able to follow written and verbal directions
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Able to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent and emergency situations ● Good decision making and mechanical problem solving skills
- Basic computer and math skills
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs, and work in all weather conditions
- A valid US driver’s license is required for this position.
To Apply: This position is open until filled. Email a resume and cover letter to Cody (he/him) at [email protected]. Visit our website at tracyaviary.org for more information about Tracy Aviary.
Studies have shown that women, non-binary people, and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color are much less likely to apply for a position unless they feel they meet every qualification as described. We are committed to finding the best overall candidate and welcome candidates who may come from less traditional backgrounds. Please think about the breadth of your life experience when considering the below list of qualifications.
Please note that this position does not involve any direct contact with animals.
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Bilingual (Spanish) Community Programs Assistant (FT, 4 months)
Tracy Aviary, Salt Lake City, UT
Take flight with Tracy Aviary’s education team! We are seeking one full-time Community Programs Assistant for Summer 2024. We’re looking for someone who is excited to bring Tracy Aviary’s mission to diverse audiences of all ages throughout the Salt Lake Valley. This person will directly assist the Community Programs Coordinator and report to the Director of Education.
Position Details:
Start Date: Tuesday, April 30, 2024
End Date: Friday, August 30, 2024
Schedule: 40 hr/wk, Tuesday-Saturday. Some evening work is required.
Location: Time will be split between Tracy Aviary At Liberty Park and the Nature Center at Pia Okwai. Travel to offsite locations is also required, with carpooling in work vehicles available. Compensation: $17.50/hr
Benefits: Paid sick leave, access to health insurance, and employee discount on all food, merchandise, and special events at Tracy Aviary.
Primary Duties:
- Lead activities at community events, give presentations about birds and nature, and assist with other classes. Lessons plans and mentor support will be provided.
- Nurture the Aviary’s relationships with various community members and organizations through activities such as attending meetings, participating in community events, and maintaining communication.
- Maintain the department’s presentation materials, which may include non-human animal remains. Cultural accommodations can be made for this duty.
- Engage guests with site interpretation. Engage guests in forming personal connections with birds and nature through educational conversations at Aviary exhibits.
- Assist the Community Programs Coordinator with other projects as assigned.
Please note that these positions do not involve any direct contact with living animals.
Studies have shown that women, non-binary folks, and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color are much less likely to apply for a position unless they feel they meet every qualification as described. We are committed to finding the best overall candidate and welcome candidates who may come from less traditional backgrounds. Please think about the breadth of your life experience when considering the following lists of qualifications:
Qualifications:
Strong candidates will be equipped with the following skills and experience:
- Ability to speak, read, and write in both Spanish and English
- Experience working with the public in any context
- Passion for nature and the environment, with a desire to learn more
- Comfortable working as a member of a team
- Well organized and eager to take on new tasks and meet commitments
- Knowledge of and commitment to justice, equity, accessibility, and inclusion in the community and workplace
Additional Qualifications:
The following qualifications are highly desirable but are not required:
- Outdoor recreation skills such as kayaking, biking, etc.
- Lived experience as a member of a marginalized community, such as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people experiencing homelessness, and members of the LGBTQIA2+ community.
Special Requirements:
- Ability, with reasonable accommodations, to remain active and move around our 8-acre campus for up to three hours at a time in variable weather conditions, including temperatures up to 99° F.
- Commitment to masking and testing if you know you were exposed to someone with COVID-19 within the last 5-7 days. Masks and tests will be provided to staff.
About our Team:
Tracy Aviary’s Education Department has at its core four passionate, knowledgeable, and relationship-oriented educators. We are committed to the wellbeing of birds, nature, and all of our human and more-than-human relatives in our community. Through community engagement, experiential learning, and other environmental education best practices, we seek to inspire love for and commitment to conservation in the people we meet.
About Tracy Aviary:
As the largest and oldest of only two free-standing aviaries in the nation, Tracy Aviary has grown and evolved over our more than 80-year history to become a cultural landmark, public garden, and leader in environmental education and conservation. As an Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited zoo, we continually strive to meet the highest standards to make the experience for our guests and the birds who call Tracy Aviary home the absolute best possible. We continue to enhance our grounds and expand our programming to further our mission to inspire curiosity and caring for birds and nature through education and conservation.
As part of that mission, in 2020, we opened a new campus, Nature Center at Pia Okwai in South Salt Lake. This campus is currently under construction to become a 12-acre natured-based community center on the banks of Salt Lake’s urban river Pia Okwai (Jordan River).
How to Apply:
Applications are being accepted immediately. Positions are open until filled. No telephone calls please. Send a cover letter which connects your life experience to your interest and qualifications for this job, resume, and contact information for three references to Education Manager Kylie Jones-Greenwood (they/them) at [email protected]. Visit www.tracyaviary.org for more information about Tracy Aviary.
Final candidate must submit to and clear a background check.
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Bilingual (Spanish) School and Summer Camp Programs Assistant (FT, 4 months)
Tracy Aviary, Salt Lake City, UT
Take flight with Tracy Aviary’s education team! We are seeking a team of two full-time School and Summer Camps Programs Assistants for Summer 2024. We’re looking for folks who are experienced with working with youth to facilitate a thrilling season of STEM, art, and outdoor recreation-focused summer camps and other programs for children in grades K-12, including youth-in-custody and youth experiencing homelessness. This team will directly assist the School and Outside-School-Time Coordinator and report to the Director of Education.
Position Details:
Start Date: Tuesday, April 30, 2024
End Date: Friday, August 30, 2024
Schedule: 40 hr/wk. April 30-May 18: Tuesday-Saturday; May 21-August 30: Monday-Friday. Some evening work is required.
Location: Time will be split between Tracy Aviary At Liberty Park and the Nature Center at Pia Okwai. Travel to offsite locations is also required, with carpooling in work vehicles available. Compensation: $17.50/hr
Benefits: Paid sick leave, access to health insurance, and employee discount on all food, merchandise, and special events at Tracy Aviary.
Primary Duties:
- Lead summer camps, field trips, and other programs for children in grades K-12. Lessons plans and mentor support will be provided.
- Support program participants as they build empathy with nature, develop social-emotional skills, take healthy risks, and form new peer relationships.
- Work with other departments to schedule and lead special experiences such as meeting ambassador birds, feeding exhibit birds, or participating in community science projects.
- Maintain the department’s classroom, library, and teaching equipment.
- Engage guests in forming personal connections with birds and nature through educational conversations at Aviary exhibits.
- Assist the School & Outside-School-Time Programs Coordinator with other projects as assigned.
Please note that these positions do not involve any direct contact with animals.
Studies have shown that women, non-binary folks, and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color are much less likely to apply for a position unless they feel they meet every qualification as described. We are committed to finding the best overall candidate and welcome candidates who may come from less traditional backgrounds. Please think about the breadth of your life experience when considering the following lists of qualifications:
Qualifications:
Strong candidates will be equipped with the following skills and experience:
- Ability to speak, read, and write in both Spanish and English
- Experience working with youth in any context, including maintaining physical and emotional safety of youth
- Passion for nature and the environment, with a desire to learn more
- Comfortable working as a member of a team
- Well organized and eager to take on new tasks and meet commitments
- Knowledge of and commitment to justice, equity, accessibility, and inclusion in the community and workplace
Additional Qualifications:
The following qualifications are highly desirable but are not required:
- Outdoor recreation skills such as kayaking, biking, etc.
- Lived experience as a member of a marginalized community, such as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people experiencing homelessness, and members of the LGBTQIA2+ community.
Special Requirements:
- Ability, with reasonable accommodations, to remain active and move around our 8-acre campus for up to three hours at a time in variable weather conditions, including temperatures up to 99° F.
- Commitment to masking and testing if you know you were exposed to someone with COVID-19 within the last 5-7 days. Masks and tests will be provided to staff.
About our Team:
Tracy Aviary’s Education Department has at its core four passionate, knowledgeable, and very silly educators. We are committed to the wellbeing of birds, nature, and all of our human and more-than-human relatives in our community. Through community engagement, experiential learning, and other environmental education best practices, we seek to inspire love for and
commitment to conservation in the people we meet.
About Tracy Aviary:
As the largest and oldest of only two free-standing aviaries in the nation, Tracy Aviary has grown and evolved over our more than 80-year history to become a cultural landmark, public garden, and leader in environmental education and conservation. As an Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited zoo, we continually strive to meet the highest standards to make the experience for our guests and the birds who call Tracy Aviary home the absolute best possible. We continue to enhance our grounds and expand our programming to further our mission to inspire curiosity and caring for birds and nature through education and conservation.
As part of that mission, in 2020, we opened a new campus, Nature Center at Pia Okwai in South Salt Lake. This campus is currently under construction to become a 12-acre natured-based community center on the banks of Salt Lake’s urban river Pia Okwai (Jordan River).
How to Apply:
Applications are being accepted immediately. Positions are open until filled. No telephone calls please. Send a cover letter which connects your life experience to your interest and qualifications for this job, resume, and contact information for three references to Education Manager Kylie Jones-Greenwood (they/them) at [email protected]. Visit www.tracyaviary.org for more information about Tracy Aviary.
Final candidate must submit to and clear a background check.
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Rental and Event Support Staff
Rental and Event Support Staff is responsible for assisting with private events, birthday parties, and other aviary functions as needed. They will have a deep understanding of appropriate communication and organization techniques, the ability to efficiently follow directions and protocols, as well as work both independently and as part of a team. Qualified candidates will also have reliable transportation and exhibit consistent punctuality and professionalism.
Responsibilities include:
- Act as reception for check-in at events.
- Provide crowd control during events.
- Assist Rental Coordinator with admin and clerical tasks.
- Assist Rental Coordinator and other departments to provide specialty services, cleaning, set up and breakdown for Chase Mill and aviary events.
- Assist Rental Coordinator and other departments to provide specialty services, cleaning, set up and breakdown for Jordan River Nature Center Events.
- Assists with birthdays, weddings, and other private events.
- Work occasional after-hours events.
- Some night and weekend work will be required.
- Moving of furniture and equipment in excess of 40 lbs. may be required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications:
Requires someone that is personable and has excellent communication skills. 1-2 years of customer service or related experience is preferred. Familiarity with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and When to Work is a plus. Ability to plan long term and think strategically. Ability to work both collaboratively and independently. Being multilingual is a plus. Event setup and breakdown experience is also a plus. This person should have the ability to respond quickly and appropriately to emergency or sensitive situations along with the ability to carry out work according to policy and procedures. Must have at least 3 days of availability including one evening or weekend. Sunday through Thursday availability preferred. Tracy Aviary staff are required to be covid-19 vaccinated or show proof of weekly negative test results as a qualification for employment.
Pay Rate: $13.50 / hr
Comments:
This position consists of office-related work, outside on-grounds work, and physical labor setting up events, which includes lifting of approximately 40 lbs. Evenings (often until midnight), weekday, and weekend work is required. This is a part time position. Hours per week will vary based on event and rentals schedules.
Applications are being accepted until the position is filled. To apply email resume, cover letter, and phone numbers for three references to Leah Medley, Rentals Coordinator, at [email protected]. Phone 801-596-8500 ext. 111.
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Guest Experience Associate
Tracy Aviary & Botanical Gardens is looking for a Seasonal Guest Experience Associate to help our guests connect to nature during the summer season. This position will start in late April or early May and end on an agreed-upon date in September. The position will not exceed six months in duration.
Job Family: Guest Experience (GE)
Job Title: Guest Experience Associate
Job Status: Seasonal, Part-time, non-exempt
Reporting Relationships: Reports to Guest Experience Manager and/or Assistant Manager and/or Shift Lead
Job Summary: This position includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
- Greet visitors with a cheerful and courteous attitude. Maintain an accurate count of visitors
- Cashiering at the admissions gates or Nature Store in an accurate manner
- Money handling and reconciliation, proper completion of daily admissions report and deposit detail
- Answering telephone calls/questions or forwarding calls to the appropriate contact
- Monitoring items brought into the Aviary by visitors (do not allow dogs, pets, large balls, bikes, etc.)
- The organization, cleaning and facing products in the Nature Store as well as the other GE areas
- Conducting inventory and stocking supplies
- Providing excellent customer service and handling customer complaints professionally
- Ushering at Bird Programs
- Conduct and supervise guests during bird feedings
- Selling memberships
- Assisting with special events
Job Qualifications:
- Basic math and computer skills
- Familiarity with Point-of-Sale systems is a plus.
Comments: This position involves lifting heavy supplies, bending, cleaning, and occasional carrying of items. Must be able to work flexible hours, holidays, early and late hours, promotional events, and other necessary times as needed according to visitor services schedule. Candidates must also be willing to follow any health guidelines that are in effect.
Disclaimer: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an employee assigned to this job.
Tracy Aviary Justice, Equity, Diversity, Accessibility, and Inclusion Statement:
At Tracy Aviary, we value the beauty and diversity of birds and nature. In the same spirit, we are committed to providing a safe haven for people in all their diversity to engage, learn, and connect with nature at our facilities and through our programs. We strive to be increasingly respectful and responsive to this broad diversity of people and partner with the community to co-create opportunities to connect with nature and each other. We see diversity, equity, accessibility, inclusion, and justice as requisites for institutional excellence. We aim to create an environment in which staff can bring their whole selves and are supported through mentoring, growth opportunities, and recognition of their value as part of our organization. It is our aspiration that our staff, partners, and volunteers embrace our core values and that we extend these values to our guests and community.
*By diversity we mean the quality of being different or unique at the individual or group level. This definition encompasses all people including but not limited to people of different ages, languages, ethnicities, gender identities, nationalities, immigration statuses, parental statuses, abilities, learning styles, races, religions, sexual orientations, socio-economic statuses, education levels, and more.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $12.00 per hour
To Apply: Email resume and cover letter to Director of Guest Experience, Jeff Jones
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Bird Feeder Café Attendant
Job Summary:
This position includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:
- Greet guests in a friendly manner.
- Take orders accurately.
- Preparation and execution of menu items according to recipes and procedures.
- Money handling and reconciliation, proper completion of daily admissions report and deposit detail
- Cleaning, washing, and organization of the Bird Feeder in accordance with the Health Code.
- Monitoring items brought into Aviary by visitors (do not allow dogs or other pets, large balls, etc.)
- Conducting inventory and stocking supplies
- Providing excellent customer service and handling customer complaints professionally
- Assisting with special events
Job Type: Part-time, non-exempt
Job Qualifications:
- Must have a Food Handler’s Permit or get one within 30 days of hiring.
- Coffee knowledge a plus
- Basic math and computer skills; familiarity with Point-of-Sale systems a plus
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
Comments:
This position involves food handling, lifting heavy supplies, bending, cleaning and occasional carrying of items. Must be able to work flexible hours, holidays, early and late hours, promotional events and other necessary times as needed according to schedule.
Disclaimer:
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of an employee assigned to this job.
Tracy Aviary Justice, Equity, Diversity, Accessibility, and Inclusion Statement:
At Tracy Aviary, we value the beauty and diversity of birds and nature. In the same spirit, we are committed to providing a safe haven for people in all their diversity to engage, learn, and connect with nature at our facilities and through our programs. We strive to be increasingly respectful and responsive to this broad diversity of people and partner with the community to co-create opportunities to connect with nature and each other. We see diversity, equity, accessibility, inclusion, and justice as requisites for institutional excellence. We aim to create an environment in which staff can bring their whole selves and are supported through mentoring, growth opportunities, and recognition of their value as part of our organization. It is our aspiration that our staff, partners, and volunteers embrace our core values and that we extend these values to our guests and community.
*By diversity we mean the quality of being different or unique at the individual or group level. This definition encompasses all people including but not limited to people of different ages, languages, ethnicities, gender identities, nationalities, immigration statuses, parental statuses, abilities, learning styles, races, religions, sexual orientations, socio-economic statuses, education levels, and more.
To Apply: Email resume and cover letter to Director of Guest Experience, Jeff Jones.
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AmeriCorps Volunteer Coordinator
Position Information
The AmeriCorps members in this role will serve as AmeriCorps volunteer coordinators with The Nature Center at Pia Okwai. This role requires a commitment of 19 hours per week, collaborating directly with the core leadership and volunteers to enhance the organization’s community engagement capacity. If you have a desire to give back to your community, expand your skill set, and become part of a nationally recognized program, this role is for you!
Service Term and Benefits
This is an AmeriCorps position. AmeriCorps is a unique service opportunity. AmeriCorps members complete a term of service from September 2024 through August 2025. Members will serve a minimum of 900 hours during this time, approximately 19 hours per week. AmeriCorps members will receive a living allowance of $12,375 during their term of service. This living allowance will be paid bi-weekly. Additionally, upon successful completion of a term of service, AmeriCorps members will receive an education award of $3,697.50
About the Organizations
The Nature Center at Pia Okwai was established in 2020 to inspire curiosity and caring for the native wildlife of the Pia Okwai (Jordan River). With 13 acres and a unique riverside location at 1125 West 3300 South (in the James Madison Oxbow Park), Tracy Aviary is poised to create the most innovative and accessible nature center in the Intermountain West.
Thriving Utah is an AmeriCorps State program designed to support local nonprofits and public agencies in increasing their organizational capacity. Thriving Utah AmeriCorps members create and execute a capacity building plan tailored to their organization’s needs, services, and goals.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead Volunteers in group and individual organizing and clean ups of the nature center
- Increase the capacity for volunteers to serve
- Create and format outreach policies and procedures
- Formulate and document recruiting strategies
- Mentor and instruct volunteers on the centers needs
- Lead educational activities to engage the community and children while teaching them about the native ecosystem
- General maintenance and upkeep of the Nature Centers facilities
- Fundraising for specific Nature Center projects.
- Increase the number of individuals who volunteer
Skills and Qualifications
- Over 18 years of age
- Possess a high school diploma or GED
- Strong organizational and project and volunteer management skills
- Great interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Public speaking and facilitating
- Must be a self-starter, proactive, and able to work with minimal supervision
Must be able to:
- Ability to remain active
- Lift more than 25 lbs
- Move around the 13-acre outdoor campus for several hours at a time, in the elements
- Standing, stooping, and movement across uneven terrain
EEOC
AmeriCorps and The Nature Center at Pia Okwai provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants. Applications for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability.
Reasonable accommodations:
Thriving Utah is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for all individuals, including those with disabilities. It is the policy of Thriving Utah to comply with all federal and state laws concerning the employment of individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations. Furthermore, it is organizational policy not to discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities regarding application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the application or interview process, to perform essential position functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of this role, please contact Program Director Cassandra Wambach at [email protected] or 585.747.0442.
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $12,375.00 per year
Expected hours: No less than 19 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Evenings as needed
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
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Conservation Outreach Ecologist I
Job Summary:
Tracy Aviary’s Conservation Science Program helps conserve birds and their habitats through community science. Focusing on key local habitats and pressing regional conservation issues, our goals are to gather novel information about local avian ecology, inform habitat restoration and stewardship, and engage a diverse community in scientific data collection. Tracy Aviary’s Conservation Science Program is seeking a Conservation Outreach Ecologist I who will support our ongoing programs and help grow and diversify our community science program.
Tracy Aviary (www.tracyaviary.org) is an AZA-accredited institution located on eight acres in the heart of Salt Lake City, UT. In early 2020, we opened Tracy Aviary’s second campus, Tracy Aviary’s Nature Center at Pia Okwai (https://tracyaviary.org/nature-center/) which furthers our mission to inspire curiosity and caring for birds and nature through education and conservation. The Conservation Outreach Ecologist will split his/her/their office time between workstations at Tracy Aviary in Liberty Park and the Nature Center at Pia Okwai, and will conduct fieldwork at local study sites.
Primary Duties:
- Broaden and diversify the audiences reached through Tracy Aviary’s community science and outreach activities
- Coordinate and/or lead regular birding and field conservation trips and tours that connect people with birds and nature, and educate participants about Tracy Aviary’s conservation work
- Engage community members, youths to adults, in community science and other investigations at the Nature Center at Pia Okwai
- Conduct outreach and education for the Conservation Science Program by attending tabling and partner events
- Conduct volunteer recruitment, scheduling, and coordination for community science trainings and surveys
- Help facilitate an expansion of Tracy Aviary’s research, monitoring, and outreach efforts along the Jordan River and other riparian areas in Salt Lake County
- Assist with partner coordination, permitting, and scheduling for research and monitoring projects as needed
- Assist with data entry, management, analysis, reporting, and presentations as needed
- Assist Conservation Ecologists with projects as needed
Minimum Qualifications:
- An associate’s degree or higher with a coursework in conservation science, wildlife biology, ecology, environmental education, or related field
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to engage with diverse audiences
- Ability to identify birds of the region by sight and sound, and experience conducting field research
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, and experience with data entry and analysis
- Willingness to work irregular hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends
- Strong work ethic and ability to accomplish tasks independently
- Bilingual, English/Spanish
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience promoting diversity and inclusion in conservation activities
- Experience implementing citizen science projects
- Grant-writing experience
- Background in science communication and outreach
Salary: $15-17/hr
Job Status: Hourly, Part-Time
Start Date: December 2024 – January 2025
Reporting Relationship: Supervised and managed by the Director of Conservation
Disclaimer: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an employee assigned to this job.
To apply: Send a cover letter describing relevant experience and skills, a resume, and contact information for three references to Angie Trumbo ([email protected]). Applications will be reviewed as they are received, position is open until filled.
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Horticulture Lead
Nature Center at Pia Okwai – Tracy Aviary
Join the rest of Tracy Aviary staff and become a steward for the natural world. Inspire curiosity and caring for birds and nature through education and conservation. The Lead Horticulture Technician is responsible for day-to-day oversight of the grounds at the Nature Center at Pia Okwai. They will have a deep understanding of appropriate horticultural practices for the Intermountain West through accumulated experience, education, and should be able to consider how the public interacts with our space. They possess a drive to educate and inspire peers, volunteers, and others through problem solving, creativity of design, and keen observation.
Position Details:
Schedule: 40 hr/ wk, 7:30am – 4pm, Tuesday-Saturday
Compensation: $18.50 – $19.50/ hr, depending on experience
Primary Duties:
- Maintain Nature Center at Pia Okwai plants, trees, shrubs, and gardens by use of appropriate planting, pruning, transplanting, propagation, irrigation, and integrated pesticide management
- Weeding, watering, fertilization, deadheading, raking, and mulching
- Lead weekly horticulture volunteers on grounds with effective guidance, communication, and record keeping
- Provide guidance and instruction to horticulture and other staff in performance of horticulture needs.
- Provide input and ideas on planning and implementing sustainable garden spaces on with changing needs of people, animals, and insects in mind
- Outreach to guests, community, education camps, etc. including tours, events, and guest experiences primarily on-grounds and occasionally off-grounds
- Work 1-2 times per week at the Liberty Park Tracy Aviary campus
- Assist staff in dealing with maintenance projects or occasional custodial tasks
- Seasonal snow removal for grounds
Please note this position does not involve any direct contact with animals.
Studies have shown that women, non-binary folks, and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color are much less likely to apply for a position unless they feel they meet every qualification as described. We are committed to finding the best overall candidate and welcome candidates who may come from less traditional backgrounds. Please consider the breadth of your life experience when interpreting our listed duties and qualifications.
Qualifications:
- Experience or degree in Horticulture or a related field
- Effective in collaborative work and managing time efficiently
- Demonstrated interest for a career in the field of horticulture
- Motivated, innovative, well organized, eager to solve problems and meet commitments
- Comfortable speaking in front of and organizing varied groups of people
- Ability to work full-time, Tuesdays – Saturdays year round
- Proficiency or capability to be proficient in Google Workspace
- Commitment to justice, equity, accessibility, and inclusion in the community and workplace
Special Requirements:
- Ability to remain active, lift more than 25 lbs, and move around our 13-acre campus for several hours at a time in all types of weather conditions.
About Tracy Aviary:
Tracy Aviary is committed to inspiring curiosity and caring for birds and nature through education and conservation. As the largest and oldest of only two free-standing aviaries in the nation and accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, Tracy Aviary has grown and evolved over our more than 80-year history to become a cultural landmark, public garden, and leader in environmental education and conservation.
How to Apply:
Applications are being accepted immediately. Position open until filled. No telephone calls please. Send a resume, a cover letter, and contact information with three references to Bobbi Minard (she/ her), Horticulture Manager, at [email protected]. Visit www.tracyaviary.org for more information about Tracy Aviary.