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 cutting-edge conservation, and bring the stories of our work back to our two world-famous 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 advanced-level administrative support while handling a wide variety of complex administrative details. This position reports to a Vice President/Director/Manager.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR
This position supports the Philanthropy individual and planned giving team. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This position will support multiple team members, field donor inquiries, and help prepare correspondence, proposals, and other materials for high-capacity donors. Tasks will require candidate to perform duties onsite. Occasional support at donor events may be required. Candidates may be asked to complete a writing sample as part of the interview process.
SOME OF THE PERKS YOU WILL ENJOY AS A TEAM MEMBER
IMPORTANT DETAILS
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 to sdzwacareers@sdzwa.org and 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 E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a drug free workplace.