What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Specialist position at Gentle Barn Foundation?
Job Title: PROGRAM SPECIALIST
Classification: FULL-TIME / NON-EXEMPT
Reports to: CEO
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Gentle Barn Foundation is seeking a Program Specialist. Reporting directly to the CEO, this highly responsible person will host field trips, private tours, and birthday parties and oversee volunteers.
This is an incredible opportunity for the right candidate who is dedicated to the protection of animals, safety of children and the preservation of our planet. As a member of this national non-profit’s team, you will be supporting the continued success of this ever evolving and exciting organization.
Tour & Group Duties:
- Host various field trips, birthday parties, and private tours
- Introduce, answer questions, and be able to tell the stories of the animals
- Be knowledgeable of veganism and a plant-based diet
- Provide love and affection to the animals and properly show guests how to handle animals in a gentle way
- Keep animals and guests safe
Staff & Volunteers
- Recruit and manage all volunteers and enforce expectations
- Schedule and train staff and volunteers for weekly shifts
- Oversee staff and volunteers working on Sundays
- Maintain staff and volunteer files and documentation updates
The following is required for the ideal candidate:
- Gentle and kind to animals and humans
- Strong belief that all animals should be treated with compassion and respect
- Must be comfortable and confident around large animals
- Ability to exemplify both discretion and confidentiality
- Prior experience training and caring for various animals a plus
- Support the organization’s philosophy and have the ability to advocate our positions on issues professionally
- Prior management experience
- Must be able to work varying hours based on the needs of the organization
- Must live a vegan lifestyle
