Philanthropy Administrative Assistant II - Full Time - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Philanthropy Administrative Assistant II - Full Time - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
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Job Description
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader committed to inspiring a passion for nature and creating a world where all life thrives. Empowering people from around the globe to support our mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships we support cuttingedge conservation and bring the stories of our work back to our two worldfamous front doors the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park giving millions of guests in person and virtually the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The deep and extensive knowledge gained from more than a century of experience in wildlife care health veterinary services nutrition and conservation makes us invaluable in the global effort to save species. Our team members play a crucial role in driving our conservation efforts forward and bringing us closer to a world where all life thrives.
HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION
The Administrative Assistant II provides advancedlevel administrative support while handling a wide variety of complex administrative details. This position reports to a Vice President/Director/Manager.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Provide advancedlevel administrative support to assigned manager and coordinate priorities across departments and units.
- Schedule and maintain calendar for assigned manager including but not limited to setting complex appointments and travel aligned with strategic priorities.
- Operate and maintain various cloud storage platforms and other online tools to leverage systems and reporting for purchasing finance legal and other business functions.
- Positively and professionally represent the organization to all team members and visitors.
- Research order and stock office and specialized supplies.
- Coordinate setup and prepare for complex meetings.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR
The Philanthropy Administrative Assistant II will support the Corporate and Foundations Relations and Government Grants team in donor cultivation and solicitation efforts. Ideal candidates have a keen eye for detail excel at managing complex administrative tasks and demonstrate a strong track record in worldclass guest service and donor engagement. Applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and a writing sample with their application. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for this role.
- JOB EXPERIENCE
- Advanced diversified and confidential administrative functions requiring broad and comprehensive experience required.
- Must have at least two years of administrative support experience.
- EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma required.
- Some college preferred.
- SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Must have strong organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing required.
- Ability to operate moderately complex computer software programs required.
- Ability to handle complex situations with a high level of tact and diplomacy required.
- Knowledge of Zoology and conservation issues is desirable in some assignments preferred.
SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER
- Free admission to the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park
- Family Passes
- Complimentary Tickets
- Local and InHouse Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
IMPORTANT DETAILS
- Location:San Diego CA
- Position Type:Hourly FullTime NonExempt Position
- Hourly Rate: $21.30 to $23.55
Fraudulent Recruiting
Beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance contacts will use an @sdzwa email address. We do not request money checks equipment orders or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance only conducts interviews via phone Zoom Teams or inperson.
If you have been asked for any of the above or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance employee please email . If you feel that you have been the victim of fraud please contact your financial institution(s) immediately.
Be an ally for wildlife by joining our team!
At San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance we thrive on celebrating our differences. Diversity is vital for the benefit of our team members our guests our community and our wildlife.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status or other legally protected status.
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application please email your request toand provide the job title and location to which you are applying.
As a Federal Contractor San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is required to participate in the EVerify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug freeworkplace.
Employment Type
Full-Time
