Seasonal Indigenous Relations Outreach

Toronto Zoo • Toronto, ON

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Looking for a career with a dynamic organization that is committed to protecting wildlife? We are interested in dedicated individuals who are positive, enthusiastic, and passionate about connecting people, animals, conservation science and traditional knowledge to fight extinction. Your Toronto Zoo makes animal well-being a priority in all operations and shows respect for all wildlife.

Requirements

• Interest or experience with traditional land-based knowledge and working in Indigenous communities.
• Have experience and comfortable with speaking and delivering presentations to groups.
• Outgoing personality and lead activities and programming in a fun, engaging and interactive manner.
• Experience with arts, crafts or other creative activities.
• Have an interest in animals, plants, and conservation issues.
• Must be able to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrate an awareness of and commitment to sustainable practices.
• Be highly motivated and initiate and carry out tasks/projects with minimal supervision.
• Must ensure all applicable licenses and certificates remain valid and in good standing.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, along with strong communications skills.
• Must be knowledgeable in the use of computerized programs and systems.
• Must be able to work weekends, shifts and holidays as scheduled.
• Must be able to deal with staff and public in a courteous and efficient manner.
• Capable of meeting the physical requirements of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Possess an unrestricted Class G driver’s license valid in the Province of Ontario along with a good driving record (preferred).
• Lived experience as a First Nations, Inuit or Metis person (preferred).
• Working knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act and WHMIS legislation an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and delivering engaging programs and activities (eg. Scavenger hunts, games) to guests and Indigenous youth camp participants that center traditional land-based knowledge.
• Assist team members promote the programming to guests (writing social media copy, making signs, verbally inviting guests to participate).
• Assist with event/program set up and clean up.
• Act as an additional guide and point of contact/support for Elders, Knowledge Sharers and Indigenous groups visiting the Zoo (eg. escorting groups to Behind-The-Scenes or Meet the Guardians locations), as needed.
• Work cooperatively with all Zoo team members.
• Gather feedback from participants to enhance the programming to fit their needs and expectations.
• Research, develop and deliver engaging and fun activities and programming to guests and Indigenous youth camp participants.
• Providing excellent customer service to our guests.
• Assisting full-time/permanent staff as directed related to program development and delivery and for ensuring a safe and excellent guest experience.
• Share conservation messaging.
• Inspire sustainability awareness and actions.
• Follows all policies and standard operating procedures.
• Attends appropriate training as required.

Benefits

• The Toronto Zoo makes animal well-being a priority in all operations and shows respect for all wildlife.
• The Toronto Zoo respects the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to model these principles in all that we do.
• We are committed to fostering an inclusive workforce where all employees feel respected, supported and valued.
• We strive to create an environment that represents the rich diversity of our guests and our community and encourage applications from all qualified individuals who can contribute to enhancing our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• We blend science and traditional knowledge to protect species and their habitats, and we invite others to join us as guardians of wild, acting together to ensure wildlife and wild spaces thrive.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed