Research Associate II, Community Engagement

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San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

Research Associate II, Community Engagement

HOW YOU WILL IMPACT OUR MISSION

The Research Associate II, Community Engagement assists and delivers aspects of assigned projects and programs in specialized areas of biological and/or social science that is focused on driving conservation action through science education and community collaborations. This position reports to a Supervisor level or higher on the Community Engagement team within the Conservation Science & Wildlife Health department.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Delivers program content to target audiences (e.g., lab and field), and assists in laboratory, field and/or classroom maintenance, upkeep and supply stock
• Takes ownership of a project area, including the coordination of logistics, communication, and maintenance of resources
• Maintains up-to-date and organized records, and digitally curated resources
• Assists with program development and specific assigned tasks aimed to keep content current with the latest science and technological innovations used within the organization and field
• Assists with grant preparation and/or reporting through gathering and compiling data
• Completes professional development opportunities and/or trainings as assigned by Supervisor

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Community Engagement team in the Conservation Science & Wildlife Health Department at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance (SDZWA) seeks a full-time, benefitted Research Associate II to join the Native Biodiversity Corps (NBC) team. The NBC program brings together urban high school students from diverse cultural, ethnic, and lived experience perspectives forimmersion in nature-based, social learning experiences designed to enhance their inquiry and critical thinking skills. The Research Associate II will work alongside NBC students (and fellow SDZWA team members) as they design, implement, monitor, and maintain native wildlife gardens on campus and in communities in order to attract and support local wildlife, combat impacts of regional climate change, promote regional pride, and build more resilient communities. Ideal candidates will have experience engaging high school students with environmental education in formal and/or informal science education settings as well as knowledge of, and interest in, the native biodiversity and ecosystems of San Diego County.

JOB EXPERIENCE

• 1-2 years of experience with science/environmental education programming and/or community-based conservation required.
• 1-2 years of experience teaching, facilitating and/or training as appropriate to the target audience(s) of the program required.
• Moderate understanding of inquiry-based and participatory learning theory and practice required.
• Familiarity and comfort with in-person and virtual learning and training formats, required.
• 1-2 years of experience conducting literature reviews, designing scientific and inquiry-based studies, gathering and compiling data, required.
• 1-2 years of experience building technical skills related to relevant applied work settings (e.g., lab, field, etc) required.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor''s Degree B.S. or B.A. in biological, environmental, conservation, education, social science or related field required.
• Valid CA Driver's License Upon Hire

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to work collaboratively within and across departments
• Knowledge of curriculum development and/or community-based conservation techniques/approaches
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as a team
• Awareness of one''s own skills and limits and ability to seek guidance when appropriate

SOME OF THE REWARDS 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
• Free Parking at the San Diego Zoo & San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Local and In-House Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Location: Escondido, CA
• Position Type: Hourly Full-Time Non-Exempt Position
• Hourly Rate: $31.32

Salary

Hourly Rate: $31.32

How to Apply

Apply directly in our Careers page:

https://jobs.dayforcehcm.com/en-US/sdzwa/CANDIDATEPORTAL/jobs/25231

San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

15600 San Pasqual Valley Rd

Escondido, CA 92027

Phone: 619-231-1515

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