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Organization
Job Posted
March 17, 2023
Job Category
Job Duration
Job Compensation Type
Remote
No
Contact Name
Liz Hines
Contact Email
liz.hines@pdza.org
Contact Phone
Deadline to Apply
Location
United States
Summary
We are currently hiring for a position to facilitate Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium’s award-winning Wildlife Champions program, Explore the Shore Beach Walk, and the planning and facilitation of new community engagement initiatives.
Under the direction of the Community Engagement Coordinator, this position will facilitate and deliver engaging classroom, community and field-based programs focused on awakening a connection to nature on behalf of Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following:
- Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
- Interact professionally with other employees, customers, suppliers & partners.
- Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
- Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
- Observe applicable safety requirements, use safety equipment provided, implement appropriate safety practices at all times and report immediately any unsafe working conditions or hazards.
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Compensation Information
This job is a permanent, part-time (35 hrs/wk), benefitted position in our Conservation Engagement Department. The hourly range is $20.39 - $22.53.
OVERVIEW (more detailed information can be found at MPT Benefit Information)
Retirement Plan: All employees are covered under the Public Employees' Retirement System through the Washington State Department of Retirement Services (DRS).
Medical Benefits: Employees are eligible to participate in a MPT group medical plan. Coverage begins the first of the month following the date of employment. Medical coverage is offered through Kaiser.
Paid Time Off (PTO): Employees in this classification accrue 4 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) leave.
Sick Leave: 1 hour earned for every 40 hours worked.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) –SupportLinc provides emotional wellbeing and work-life balance resources to keep you at your best. Administered by CuraLinc Healthcare, the program offers guidance to help you address and resolve everyday issues at no cost to you or your family. Features include:
Kinside - A child care benefit, connecting you with open spots and discounts of up to 20 percent at top daycares, preschools, camps and after school programs.
Community Center Fitness Pass - All Metro Parks Tacoma employees get a Staff Pass to use at our community centers.The All Center Pass allows access to all four centers – Center at Norpoint, Eastside Community Center, People's Center and STAR Center – plus three indoor pools, all semi-outdoor fitness classes, and our exciting new online virtual community center.
Note: THIS BENEFIT OVERVIEW IS FOR INFORMATION ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. ANY PROVISION CONTAINED HEREIN MAY BE MODIFIED AND/OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.