Careers and Internships

Accounting Assistant

Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Controller, this position provides support for Accounting and Human Resources. In addition performs duties such as coordination of meetings and conferences, obtaining supplies, coordinating mail and working on special projects.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Process invoices, purchase orders, packing slips and receipts for payment and enter into Quickbooks according to account and Program Service/Class. This includes obtaining proper approvals and signatures when needed
• Enter deposits into QuickBooks
• Correspond with vendors regarding invoices and payments
• Reconcile monthly bank statements
• Generate and enter payroll journal entries
• Assist with financial and annual reports
• Reconcile vendor statements
• Reconcile benefit statements
• Schedule and organize activities such as meetings, travel, and conferences
• Sorts and distributes mail
• Coordinate, schedule, and track staff tours
• Run queries in donor Perfect to provide reports as needed
• Assist in reconciliation between Donor Perfect and QuickBooks
• Maintain receipts and reconcile company purchasing cards
• Maintain employee clothing allowance vouchers
• Assist employees with time clock and online check stubs
• Backup for payroll processing
• Daily trip between Darbytown and Main Street, post office as necessary
• Maintain guest waivers and tour packets
• Maintain Worker’s Compensation audit payroll tracking spreadsheet
• Assist with employee set up, verification, changes within HR software
• New employee orientation files and documents
• Assist with warehouse backup
• Assign PO’s as needed

Success Factors and Expectations

Team Oriented – Develop positive working relationships with other Sanctuary employees, senior management and the board. Provide recommendations to resolve issues as they arise. Interact professionally with staff, board members and volunteers.

Good Communicator – Communicate respectfully and effectively with others. Keep management and customers informed of both internal and/or external issues and concerns. Practice good communication skills both verbal and written.

Self-Motivated – Perform the job with minimal supervision and learn other general aspects of The Sanctuary as related to the position.

Dependable and Reliable – Come to work and be on time. Follow procedures and ensure accurate documents are provided to Donors, managers, and the board

Training – Identify and engage in on-going training for self and work with supervisor to identify additional training needs.

Detail Oriented – Must be detail-oriented to ensure integrity of the accounting records

Job Requirements and Prerequisites

• Associates Degree with 2 years accounting experience; or High School Diploma with 5 to 10 years
• Accounting experience
• Intermediate knowledge of accounting practices and principles
• Must have working knowledge or QuickBooks
• Knowledge of Donor perfect helpful
• Knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook computer programs
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Ability to manage changing priorities and meet deadlines
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to interact professionally with staff, board members, volunteers, vendors and
• Communicate with a diverse population

Physical Demands:

• Walking, bending,
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift 25 to 50 pounds routinely

Other:

At-Will Employment: The State of Tennessee and The Sanctuary recognize all employment to be “at-will”. This means that you, the employee, as well as The Sanctuary can terminate employment at anytime, with or without advance notice and with or without cause.

Equality Employment Opportunity: It is our policy to treat you and all employees equally without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national organ, veteran status or disability.

Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug Free Workplace: The Sanctuary is a drug, alcohol and tobacco free workplace and prohibits all employees from using non-prescribed drugs, alcohol or tobacco in any form while on duty.

Employees are subject to E-Verify to assure they are eligible to work in the United States.

Forward your resume and cover letter to:

Email: humanresources@elephants.com

Fax: 931-796-7493

No telephone calls, please. All applications will be held in strict confidence.

Development Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Development Manager (DM) is responsible for primary aspects of multi-channel annual giving programs including direct mail and online fundraising, direction and oversight of membership programs, development of corporate sponsorships and researching and writing special grant requests. Reporting directly to the CEO, the DM works with directly with Creative Marketing Manager and Communications/PR Manager in creating, implementing, measuring, and evaluating the success of all messaging, marketing, and fundraising. DM supervises others as assigned.

Other duties include special projects as assigned.

The CMD Team works closely with the Senior Manager – External Relations (SMER), Program Manager for VIP, Legacy and Donor Services, and Controller on Strategic planning and priorities, evaluating success of programs and reporting, and ongoing donor communications.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In collaboration with CEO and Senior Manager – External Relations (SMER), DM develop The Elephant Sanctuary’s multi-channel annual fundraising budget
• In collaboration with Communications, Marketing and Development (CMD) Team create and implement strategic fundraising messages, annual calendar of activities, and develop fundraising materials as needed
• Oversee the development of the creation of organization’s Annual Report
• Manage and grow portfolio of relationships with donors and foundations
• Manage and maintain ongoing communications with new and sustaining donors
• Manage and grow membership campaigns: sustaining donors, Feed for a day, Adopt and elephant, Peer to Peer
• Create, format, and edit web content for campaign on digital fundraising platforms
• Track success of campaigns via Google Analytics
• Work closely with SMER and CMD Team in nurturing established relationships and actively pursuing new alliances and corporate sponsorships to maximize The Sanctuary’s visibility
• Research and prepare initial grants and manage grant reports as required
• Monitor the monthly progress of annual giving results compared to financial goals, meeting established annual target for increased revenue

MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

In collaboration with the CEO, Director of Finance, SM-ER, and the Communications, Creative Marketing, and VIP Managers, DM helps to develop and implement fundraising strategies to meet organization’s short and long-term fundraising goals and objectives.

• Collaborates with CEO and board on future capital campaigns and special projects.
• Assists CEO with creation of proposals and special support materials
• Facilitates PR and Communications Program annual review and assessment
• Provides Development Program quarterly goals and assessments
• Assists with Board and Regulatory Agency reports as requested
• Recommends long and short-term development/fundraising/organizational goals and objectives as needed
• Keeps informed of developments in the fields of development, fundraising, not-for-profit management and governance, and elephant care and conservation work and uses this information to help the organization operate with initiative and innovation
• Participates in Program Managers Meetings and other departmental meetings as requested
• Collaborates with Directors and Senior Management in developing new programs
• Works with CEO and Controller on program annual budget
• Contributes to weekly internal staff updates
• Leads additional projects as assigned, such as, award applications and special events
  
  

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PREREQUISITES:

• Bachelor Degree required
• Five years of experience in a relevant fundraising leadership role or five years in progressively responsible fundraising or management role
• Focused, strategic thinker; results-oriented
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Time management skills, meeting deadlines and teamwork are essential
• Skilled at building and maintaining relationships
• Experience in personally soliciting $5,000+ gifts
• Working knowledge of DonorPerfect or similar gift tracking software
• Experience with digital fundraising platforms (i.e. Givecloud)
• Basic knowledge of email marketing platforms, and Google Analytics needed
• Familiarity with Google Workspace Suite preferred
• Familiarity with Foundation Search and/or DonorPerfect is a plus
• Detail oriented with strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills
• Must possess excellent public relations skills, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills which transcend diverse audiences
• Demonstrated motivational and problem-solving capabilities with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the mission

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Primarily sedentary work. Must be able to sit / stand for 8 hours.
• Walking, bending, light lifting.

OTHER:

At-Will Employment: The State of Tennessee and The Sanctuary recognize all employment to be “at will”. This means that you, the employee, as well as The Sanctuary can terminate employment at any time, with or without advance notice and with or without cause.

Equal Employment Opportunity: It is our policy to treat you and all employees equally without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.

Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug Free Workplace: The Sanctuary is a drug; alcohol and tobacco free workplace and prohibits all employees from using non-prescribed drugs, alcohol or tobacco in any form while on duty.

Covid – 19 vaccination is required.

Employees are subject to E-Verify to assure they are eligible to work in the United States.

To Apply, please send your resume and cover letter to

Email: humanresources@elephants.com or
Fax: 931-796-7493
No telephone calls, please. All applications will be held in strict confidence.

Education Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:

The EC will have primary responsibility for coordination and implementation of The Sanctuary’s successful Distance Learning Program (DLP). Utilizing the latest virtual technology and partnering with Microsoft, the program offers a virtual classroom to a global audience eager to learn about elephants. Coordinator is tasked with coordinating and delivering programs, collecting data evaluating the program for improvement.

In collaboration with the Education Manager, the Education Coordinator will also assist with day to day management and programming of The Elephant Discovery Center/Outdoor Classroom. Responsibilities include greeting and informing visitors, as well as, planning and delivering Sanctuary educational programming through a variety of outlets to the widest possible audience.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Distance Learning – 65%

• Leads Distance Learning sessions in conjunction with Education Manager and Senior Manager of External Relations
• Act as the main point of contact for all distance learning scheduling and complete all scheduling and coordination with assistance from Education Manager as needed. This includes communicating with teachers and other event organizers in a courteous and professional manner via phone and email.
• Collect and maintain data on distance learning participants and create reports from this data for fundraising campaigns, reporting to the board and other uses as needed.
• Collaborate on research and development of targeted educational material and curriculum suitable for each target group
• Researches the latest trends and technologies used in the virtual learning space to ensure our program is on the cutting edge.
• Creates a community of distance learning participants by maintaining the Elephant Educators Facebook group.
• Continuously evaluates the efficacy of the distance learning program
• Maintain an attitude of flexibility and readiness to meet specific content requests and to address technology issues and other obstacles as they arise.
• Other duties as assigned

The Elephant Discovery Center/Outdoor Classroom – 30%

• Deliver educational programs to individuals and groups
• Assist in coordinating/scheduling school and adult group visits
• Assist with developing materials, activities, and curriculum for EDC/Outdoor Classroom
• Assist in monitoring and labeling EleCams for website and EDC regularly
• Greets visitors, provides information and handles merchandise
• Participate in planning and implementing special fundraising and education events
• Assist with data collection and program evaluation
• Other duties as assigned

Outreach and Communication – 5%

• Assists with creation and management of new educational materials posted on the website, and on-going maintenance of website education materials so it is up to date, accurate and appropriate to The Sanctuary’s mission
• Other duties as assigned

SUCCESS FACTORS AND EXPECTATIONS:

• Team Oriented – Develop positive working relationships with other Sanctuary employees and volunteers. Provide recommendations to resolve issues as they arise. Interact professionally with staff, board members and volunteers.
• Organized – Maintain calendars and data across multiple platforms that allows the education team to work efficiently and effectively. Attention to detail is a must.
• Creativity – Ability to prepare diverse presentations and information, observe communication and social media trends and incorporate into educational planning activities. Utilize creativity to develop marketing and communication plans.
• Good Communicator – Communicate respectfully and effectively with others. Keep management informed of both internal and/or external issues and concerns. Practice good communication skills both verbal and written.
• Self-Motivated – Perform the job with minimal supervision and learn all aspects of The Sanctuary as related to the position.
• Dependable and Reliable – Come to work and be on time. Follow procedures and ensure accurate documents are provided to Donors.
• Training – Identify and engage in on going training for self and those supervised and work with supervisor to identify additional training needs.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PREREQUISITES:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Communications or Wildlife Conservation preferred.
• Minimum 1 year prior work experience in education, museum or equivalent setting.
• Public relations skills are required
• Must be proficient public speaker and comfortable with virtual technology
• Working knowledge of Outlook computer programs to include Word and Excel
• Experience with a non-profit is a plus
• Must be on-site 5 days a week in Hohenwald, includes regular Saturdays
• Bilingual: Spanish preferred, but not required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to sit / stand for 8 hours.
• Walking, bending, light lifting.

At-Will Employment: The State of Tennessee and The Sanctuary recognize all employment to be “at-will”. This means that you, the employee, as well as The Sanctuary can terminate employment at anytime, with or without advance notice and with or without cause.

Equality Employment Opportunity: It is our policy to treat you and all employees equally without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national organ, veteran status or disability.

Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug Free Workplace: The Sanctuary is a drug, alcohol and tobacco free workplace and prohibits all employees from using non-prescribed drugs, alcohol or tobacco in any form while on duty.

Employees are subject to E-Verify to assure they are eligible to work in the United States.

Forward your resume and cover letter to Human Resources at:

Email: HumanResources@elephants.com

Fax: 931-796-1360

No phone calls please. All applications will be held in strict confidence.

Website: www.elephants.com

General/Facilities Maintenance

Purpose:
Responsible for conducting maintenance and construction projects on the grounds, building, and fences within the habitat and offices.

Responsibilities:

• Repair fencing, office buildings and barns and provide general maintenance to all structures
• Participate in recycling program to include all aspects of The Sanctuary
• Provide maintenance to habitat road pathways
• Perform or arrange for vehicle and equipment repairs
• Maintain grounds, plant trees and landscape property
• Mow, weed and perform other related tasks as needed
• Haul and dispose of animal waste
• Works with contractors for outsourced projects
• Other duties as assigned.

Success Factors and Expectations

Team Oriented – Develop positive working relationships with other Sanctuary employees. Interact professionally with staff, contractors and volunteers.

Good Communicator – Communicate respectfully and effectively with others. Practice good communication skills both verbal and written.

Self-Motivated – Perform the job with minimal supervision and general aspects of The Sanctuary as related to the position.

Dependable and Reliable – Come to work and be on time. Follow procedures and ensure maintenance functions are provided on a timely basis.

Job Requirements and Prerequisites:

• High school diploma
  
• Minimum of 5 years experience in building, grounds, equipment repair and maintenance
  
• Certified to operate heavy equipment; e.g., backhoe, bull dozer, skid steer, tractor, forklift, auto repair
  
• Valid CDL driver’s license, insurable, and ability to safely operate agency vehicles, 4-wheelers, lifts and other related equipment, and will adhere to The Sanctuary’s policies regarding safe operation of same
  
• Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, well, septic and plumbing systems, welding, auto repair, and general carpentry
  
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints

Physical Demands

• Able to repeatedly lift, move, or carry 75lb
  
• Able to climb and work comfortably on 30’ ladder
  
• Able to walk several miles in hilly, rough terrain
  

Other

At-Will Employment: The State of Tennessee and The Sanctuary recognize all employment to be "at-will." This means that you, the employee, as well as The Sanctuary can terminate employment at any time, with or without advance notice and with or without cause.

Equality Employment Opportunity: It is our policy to treat you and all employees equally without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.

Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug-Free Workplace: The Sanctuary is a drug, alcohol, and tobacco free workplace and prohibits all employees from using non-prescribed drugs, alcohol or tobacco in any form while on duty.

Employees are subject to E-Verify to assure they are eligible to work in the United States.

Forward your resume and cover letter to:

Email: humanresources@elephants.com
Fax: 931-796-7493
No telephone calls, please. All applications will be held in strict confidence.
Website: www.elephants.com

Public Relations and Communications Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

Public Relations and Communications Manager (CM) will provide leadership and strategic oversight for the Sanctuary’s communications, branding and marketing. Maximizing the organization’s objectives, the CM develops and coordinates external messaging and provides leadership and guidance to staff on aspects of internal communications and public relations. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CM works with directly with Creative Marketing Manager and Development Manager in creating, implementing, measuring, and evaluating the success of all messaging, marketing, and fundraising. CM supervises others as assigned.

Other duties include special projects as assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In collaboration with the CEO and senior leadership, the CM develops all communications and messaging in support of The Sanctuary’s mission and philosophy
• Develops and refines core messages to ensure organizational consistency
• Ensures regular contact with target media, and appropriate response to media requests
• Serves as point of contact for public information, oversees organizational response to inquiries, and serves as spokesperson as needed
• Provides technical assistance and resources materials to assist internal teams in the formatting, marketing and positioning of their activities
• Provides support, writes messages and coordinates communications during crisis and unplanned events
• Serves as copywriter and editor for the organization’s website and all external communications, including but not limited to press releases, newsletters, brochures and website
  • o Ensures new and consistent information is updated on a regular basis across programs and outreach
• Monitors news and external events, with an eye toward issues of advocacy and support of organization’s mission

MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

In collaboration with the CEO, Director of Finance, SM-ER, and the Creative Marketing, VIP and Development Managers, CM helps to develop and implement fundraising strategies to meet organization’s short and long-term fundraising goals and objectives.

• Collaborates with CEO and board on future capital campaigns and special projects.
• Assists CEO with creation of proposals and special support materials
• Facilitates PR and Communications Program annual review and assessment
• Provides PR and Communications Program quarterly goals and assessments
• Assists with Board and Regulatory Agency reports as requested
• Recommends long and short-term communications/organizational goals and objectives as needed
• Keeps informed of developments in the fields of marketing, communications and public relations, not-for-profit management and governance, and elephant care and conservation work and uses this information to help the organization operate with initiative and innovation
• Participates in Program Managers Meetings and other departmental meetings as requested
• Collaborates with Directors and Senior Management in developing new programs including expanding organization’s sustainability practices
• Works with CEO and Controller on program annual budget
• Composes and distributes weekly internal team updates
• Leads additional projects as assigned, such as, award applications and special events
  
  

SUCCESS FACTORS AND EXPECTATIONS:

Leadership – Ability to mobilize successful working teams for special projects and the management of unplanned events. Ability to support and engage staff and team members in day-to-day work to accomplish The Sanctuary’s mission and values.

Team Oriented – Develop positive working relationships with other Sanctuary employees, senior management and the board. Provide recommendations to resolve issues as they arise. Interact professionally with staff, board members and volunteers.

Good Communicator – Communicate respectfully and effectively with others. Keep management and customers informed of both internal and/or external issues and concerns. Practice excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

Self-Motivated — Learn other general aspects of The Sanctuary as related to the position.

Detail Oriented and Organized — Must be detail oriented to ensure integrity of communication. Highly organized to ensure responses to inquiries, requests for support and projects are tracked and sent and completed in timely fashion.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PREREQUISITES:

• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in marketing and/or communications
• Minimum five years prior work experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic understanding of Search Engine Optimization and website management
• Experience with Google Analytics
• Basic skill in Adobe Photoshop, Premier and/or InDesign
• Working knowledge of email marketing platforms
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Work, Excel, Outlook, etc)
• Basic knowledge of photography/videography equipment
• Needs assessment, messaging and campaign development, online outreach and materials development and distribution experience preferred
• Must possess excellent public relations skills, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills which transcend diverse audiences
• Demonstrated motivational and problem-solving capabilities with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the mission

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Primarily sedentary work. Must be able to sit/stand for 8 hours.
• Walking, bending, light lifting

OTHER:

At-Will Employment: The State of Tennessee and The Sanctuary recognize all employment to be “at will”. This means that you, the employee, as well as The Sanctuary can terminate employment at any time, with or without advance notice and with or without cause.

Equal Employment Opportunity: It is our policy to treat you and all employees equally without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.

Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug Free Workplace: The Sanctuary is a drug; alcohol and tobacco free workplace and prohibits all employees from using non-prescribed drugs, alcohol or tobacco in any form while on duty.

Covid – 19 vaccination is required.

Employees are subject to E-Verify to assure they are eligible to work in the United States.

To Apply, please send your resume and cover letter to

Email: humanresources@elephants.com or
Fax: 931-796-7493
No telephone calls, please. All applications will be held in strict confidence.

Safety Coordinator

Position Summary:

Support the workplace safety and safety training activities for The Elephant Sanctuary. This position performs work involving the development and the implementation of safety policies and procedures, training programs, and a variety of associated programs throughout the operations to include but not limited to environmental, occupational safety, emergency response, loss prevention, process safety, ergonomics, safety auditing, record keeping, incident investigation, training programs and general support of Sanctuary programs and management. This position works to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies and to provide a safe environment for employees, guests, visitors, volunteers, and elephants. The Safety Coordinator reports to the Director of Human Resources and to Operations as requested.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the development and implementation of safety plans and activities in each program to ensure site-specific hazards are addressed
• Conducts safety inspections, correcting and/or recommending corrections to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies
• Assist in safety training activities and employee safety programs while helping to monitor the effectiveness of these programs. This includes:
  • Assists HR and coordinates orientation of new employees. Prepares presentations and maintains employee checklist for completion
  • Assists HR and coordinates annual training of staff for each department. This includes but is not limited to basic safety training of first aid, CPR. TB emergency responses, etc. Prepares and presents programs and presentations. Maintains checklist of all required training for individual employees
  • Recommends proper personnel protective equipment for all programs. Assists with screening, physicals, and mask fit testing. Maintain employee records for PPE
• Provide Operations, when appropriate, with reviews, interpretations, and comments on new and proposed health and safety regulations that may affect Sanctuary programs and/or operations. Make recommendations regarding regulatory requirements to ensure compliance. All updates to protocols must be approved by Operations prior to implementation
• Conduct and/or oversee periodic health and safety inspections to ensure compliance with regulations
• Proactively address non-compliant situations by collaboratively working with Directors and program managers to develop timely solutions
• Performs periodic safety inspections making corrections and updates as required. Maintain documentation for logs and records for inspections, repairs, and maintenance. This will include:
  • Regularly scheduled monthly inspections of large equipment making repairs and/or written referrals for repairs as needed
  • Regularly scheduled bi-monthly inspections of ATV equipment making repairs and/or written referrals for repairs as needed
  • Regularly scheduled inspections and maintenance of fire extinguishers, first response, and firefighting equipment. Schedule annual third-party inspections.
  • Regularly scheduled inspections and maintenance of all equipment and weapons, as needed
  • Monitoring chemical storage and ensuring all are properly labeled
  • Review and update all signage, as needed, to ensure signs are accurate, complete, and visible
• Develops a safety equipment inventory and mapping system
• Maintains and updates a comprehensive safety library including SDS sheets, training materials, rules, regulations, accident reporting, etc.
• Work closely with Operations to coordinate staff participation and doc
• Documentation in safety procedures and drills. Provide a master calendar of annual, biannual, and quarterly activities
• Schedule meetings for the workplace safety committee and provide support to committee activities
• Prepare required reports and maintain records and documentation as assigned
• Other duties may be assigned as needed

Success Factors and Expectations:

Team Oriented – develop strong working relationships with other Sanctuary employees, senior management, and the board. Keep supervisor and appropriate management informed of issues, concerns, and problems and be prepared with recommendations to resolve issues as they arise

Good Communicator – Communicate respectfully and effectively with others. Must be capable of using proactive interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all levels of employees. Must be able to communicate p\professionally and effectively through appropriate Directors and Program managers oral and written

Dependable and Reliable – Come to work and be on time. Good organization skills and ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate several projects simultaneously. Follow procedures and maintain accurate records related to all areas of responsibility. Ability to maintain confidentiality both operations and personnel-related.

Self-Motivated – Strong work ethic and professional demeanor. Must be able to recognize problems and use creativity, best judgment and logical reasoning to resolve problems and/or to recommend a resolution

Training / Self – Identify and engage in ongoing training for self. Work with supervisor to address training needs and develop a training plan to ensure ongoing professional development

Training / Staff – Work with Operations to identify, recommend and implement key training components to ensure a safe work environment for all employees. Ability to organize and conduct effective and consistent training programs for all employees and contractors

Job Requirements and Prerequisites:

• Two years of experience as a Safety Coordinator or related position
• Associates Degree in related field preferred
• One year of experience and knowledge of OSHA, TOSHA and other related regulatory agencies, processes and safety regulations

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand/work for 8 hours in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift 25 to 50 pounds during presentations, as needed
• Ability to run operate large equipment, tractors, ATV

Other:

At-Will Employment: The State of Tennessee and The Sanctuary recognize all employment to be "at-will." This means that you, the employee, as well as The Sanctuary can terminate employment at any time, with or without advance notice and with or without cause.

Equality Employment Opportunity: It is our policy to treat you and all employees equally without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.

Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug-Free Workplace: The Sanctuary is a drug, alcohol, and tobacco free workplace and prohibits all employees from using non-prescribed drugs, alcohol or tobacco in any form while on duty.

Employees are subject to E-Verify to assure they are eligible to work in the United States.

Forward your resume and cover letter to:

Email: humanresources@elephants.com
Fax: 931-796-7493
No telephone calls, please. All applications will be held in strict confidence.
Website: www.elephants.com

Accounting Assistant

Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Controller, this position provides support for Accounting and Human Resources. In addition performs duties such as coordination of meetings and conferences, obtaining supplies, coordinating mail and working on special projects.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Process invoices, purchase orders, packing slips and receipts for payment and enter into Quickbooks according to account and Program Service/Class. This includes obtaining proper approvals and signatures when needed
• Enter deposits into QuickBooks
• Correspond with vendors regarding invoices and payments
• Reconcile monthly bank statements
• Generate and enter payroll journal entries
• Assist with financial and annual reports
• Reconcile vendor statements
• Reconcile benefit statements
• Schedule and organize activities such as meetings, travel, and conferences
• Sorts and distributes mail
• Coordinate, schedule, and track staff tours
• Run queries in donor Perfect to provide reports as needed
• Assist in reconciliation between Donor Perfect and QuickBooks
• Maintain receipts and reconcile company purchasing cards
• Maintain employee clothing allowance vouchers
• Assist employees with time clock and online check stubs
• Backup for payroll processing
• Daily trip between Darbytown and Main Street, post office as necessary
• Maintain guest waivers and tour packets
• Maintain Worker’s Compensation audit payroll tracking spreadsheet
• Assist with employee set up, verification, changes within HR software
• New employee orientation files and documents
• Assist with warehouse backup
• Assign PO’s as needed

Success Factors and Expectations

Team Oriented – Develop positive working relationships with other Sanctuary employees, senior management and the board. Provide recommendations to resolve issues as they arise. Interact professionally with staff, board members and volunteers.

Good Communicator – Communicate respectfully and effectively with others. Keep management and customers informed of both internal and/or external issues and concerns. Practice good communication skills both verbal and written.

Self-Motivated – Perform the job with minimal supervision and learn other general aspects of The Sanctuary as related to the position.

Dependable and Reliable – Come to work and be on time. Follow procedures and ensure accurate documents are provided to Donors, managers, and the board

Training – Identify and engage in on-going training for self and work with supervisor to identify additional training needs.

Detail Oriented – Must be detail-oriented to ensure integrity of the accounting records

Job Requirements and Prerequisites

• Associates Degree with 2 years accounting experience; or High School Diploma with 5 to 10 years
• Accounting experience
• Intermediate knowledge of accounting practices and principles
• Must have working knowledge or QuickBooks
• Knowledge of Donor perfect helpful
• Knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook computer programs
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Ability to manage changing priorities and meet deadlines
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to interact professionally with staff, board members, volunteers, vendors and
• Communicate with a diverse population

Physical Demands:

• Walking, bending,
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift 25 to 50 pounds routinely

Other:

At-Will Employment: The State of Tennessee and The Sanctuary recognize all employment to be “at-will”. This means that you, the employee, as well as The Sanctuary can terminate employment at anytime, with or without advance notice and with or without cause.

Equality Employment Opportunity: It is our policy to treat you and all employees equally without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national organ, veteran status or disability.

Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug Free Workplace: The Sanctuary is a drug, alcohol and tobacco free workplace and prohibits all employees from using non-prescribed drugs, alcohol or tobacco in any form while on duty.

Employees are subject to E-Verify to assure they are eligible to work in the United States.

Forward your resume and cover letter to:

Email: humanresources@elephants.com

Fax: 931-796-7493

No telephone calls, please. All applications will be held in strict confidence.

Development Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Development Manager (DM) is responsible for primary aspects of multi-channel annual giving programs including direct mail and online fundraising, direction and oversight of membership programs, development of corporate sponsorships and researching and writing special grant requests. Reporting directly to the CEO, the DM works with directly with Creative Marketing Manager and Communications/PR Manager in creating, implementing, measuring, and evaluating the success of all messaging, marketing, and fundraising. DM supervises others as assigned.

Other duties include special projects as assigned.

The CMD Team works closely with the Senior Manager – External Relations (SMER), Program Manager for VIP, Legacy and Donor Services, and Controller on Strategic planning and priorities, evaluating success of programs and reporting, and ongoing donor communications.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In collaboration with CEO and Senior Manager – External Relations (SMER), DM develop The Elephant Sanctuary’s multi-channel annual fundraising budget
• In collaboration with Communications, Marketing and Development (CMD) Team create and implement strategic fundraising messages, annual calendar of activities, and develop fundraising materials as needed
• Oversee the development of the creation of organization’s Annual Report
• Manage and grow portfolio of relationships with donors and foundations
• Manage and maintain ongoing communications with new and sustaining donors
• Manage and grow membership campaigns: sustaining donors, Feed for a day, Adopt and elephant, Peer to Peer
• Create, format, and edit web content for campaign on digital fundraising platforms
• Track success of campaigns via Google Analytics
• Work closely with SMER and CMD Team in nurturing established relationships and actively pursuing new alliances and corporate sponsorships to maximize The Sanctuary’s visibility
• Research and prepare initial grants and manage grant reports as required
• Monitor the monthly progress of annual giving results compared to financial goals, meeting established annual target for increased revenue

MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

In collaboration with the CEO, Director of Finance, SM-ER, and the Communications, Creative Marketing, and VIP Managers, DM helps to develop and implement fundraising strategies to meet organization’s short and long-term fundraising goals and objectives.

• Collaborates with CEO and board on future capital campaigns and special projects.
• Assists CEO with creation of proposals and special support materials
• Facilitates PR and Communications Program annual review and assessment
• Provides Development Program quarterly goals and assessments
• Assists with Board and Regulatory Agency reports as requested
• Recommends long and short-term development/fundraising/organizational goals and objectives as needed
• Keeps informed of developments in the fields of development, fundraising, not-for-profit management and governance, and elephant care and conservation work and uses this information to help the organization operate with initiative and innovation
• Participates in Program Managers Meetings and other departmental meetings as requested
• Collaborates with Directors and Senior Management in developing new programs
• Works with CEO and Controller on program annual budget
• Contributes to weekly internal staff updates
• Leads additional projects as assigned, such as, award applications and special events
  
  

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PREREQUISITES:

• Bachelor Degree required
• Five years of experience in a relevant fundraising leadership role or five years in progressively responsible fundraising or management role
• Focused, strategic thinker; results-oriented
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Time management skills, meeting deadlines and teamwork are essential
• Skilled at building and maintaining relationships
• Experience in personally soliciting $5,000+ gifts
• Working knowledge of DonorPerfect or similar gift tracking software
• Experience with digital fundraising platforms (i.e. Givecloud)
• Basic knowledge of email marketing platforms, and Google Analytics needed
• Familiarity with Google Workspace Suite preferred
• Familiarity with Foundation Search and/or DonorPerfect is a plus
• Detail oriented with strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills
• Must possess excellent public relations skills, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills which transcend diverse audiences
• Demonstrated motivational and problem-solving capabilities with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the mission

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Primarily sedentary work. Must be able to sit / stand for 8 hours.
• Walking, bending, light lifting.

OTHER:

At-Will Employment: The State of Tennessee and The Sanctuary recognize all employment to be “at will”. This means that you, the employee, as well as The Sanctuary can terminate employment at any time, with or without advance notice and with or without cause.

Equal Employment Opportunity: It is our policy to treat you and all employees equally without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.

Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug Free Workplace: The Sanctuary is a drug; alcohol and tobacco free workplace and prohibits all employees from using non-prescribed drugs, alcohol or tobacco in any form while on duty.

Covid – 19 vaccination is required.

Employees are subject to E-Verify to assure they are eligible to work in the United States.

To Apply, please send your resume and cover letter to

Email: humanresources@elephants.com or
Fax: 931-796-7493
No telephone calls, please. All applications will be held in strict confidence.

Education Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:

The EC will have primary responsibility for coordination and implementation of The Sanctuary’s successful Distance Learning Program (DLP). Utilizing the latest virtual technology and partnering with Microsoft, the program offers a virtual classroom to a global audience eager to learn about elephants. Coordinator is tasked with coordinating and delivering programs, collecting data evaluating the program for improvement.

In collaboration with the Education Manager, the Education Coordinator will also assist with day to day management and programming of The Elephant Discovery Center/Outdoor Classroom. Responsibilities include greeting and informing visitors, as well as, planning and delivering Sanctuary educational programming through a variety of outlets to the widest possible audience.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Distance Learning – 65%

• Leads Distance Learning sessions in conjunction with Education Manager and Senior Manager of External Relations
• Act as the main point of contact for all distance learning scheduling and complete all scheduling and coordination with assistance from Education Manager as needed. This includes communicating with teachers and other event organizers in a courteous and professional manner via phone and email.
• Collect and maintain data on distance learning participants and create reports from this data for fundraising campaigns, reporting to the board and other uses as needed.
• Collaborate on research and development of targeted educational material and curriculum suitable for each target group
• Researches the latest trends and technologies used in the virtual learning space to ensure our program is on the cutting edge.
• Creates a community of distance learning participants by maintaining the Elephant Educators Facebook group.
• Continuously evaluates the efficacy of the distance learning program
• Maintain an attitude of flexibility and readiness to meet specific content requests and to address technology issues and other obstacles as they arise.
• Other duties as assigned

The Elephant Discovery Center/Outdoor Classroom – 30%

• Deliver educational programs to individuals and groups
• Assist in coordinating/scheduling school and adult group visits
• Assist with developing materials, activities, and curriculum for EDC/Outdoor Classroom
• Assist in monitoring and labeling EleCams for website and EDC regularly
• Greets visitors, provides information and handles merchandise
• Participate in planning and implementing special fundraising and education events
• Assist with data collection and program evaluation
• Other duties as assigned

Outreach and Communication – 5%

• Assists with creation and management of new educational materials posted on the website, and on-going maintenance of website education materials so it is up to date, accurate and appropriate to The Sanctuary’s mission
• Other duties as assigned

SUCCESS FACTORS AND EXPECTATIONS:

• Team Oriented – Develop positive working relationships with other Sanctuary employees and volunteers. Provide recommendations to resolve issues as they arise. Interact professionally with staff, board members and volunteers.
• Organized – Maintain calendars and data across multiple platforms that allows the education team to work efficiently and effectively. Attention to detail is a must.
• Creativity – Ability to prepare diverse presentations and information, observe communication and social media trends and incorporate into educational planning activities. Utilize creativity to develop marketing and communication plans.
• Good Communicator – Communicate respectfully and effectively with others. Keep management informed of both internal and/or external issues and concerns. Practice good communication skills both verbal and written.
• Self-Motivated – Perform the job with minimal supervision and learn all aspects of The Sanctuary as related to the position.
• Dependable and Reliable – Come to work and be on time. Follow procedures and ensure accurate documents are provided to Donors.
• Training – Identify and engage in on going training for self and those supervised and work with supervisor to identify additional training needs.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PREREQUISITES:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Communications or Wildlife Conservation preferred.
• Minimum 1 year prior work experience in education, museum or equivalent setting.
• Public relations skills are required
• Must be proficient public speaker and comfortable with virtual technology
• Working knowledge of Outlook computer programs to include Word and Excel
• Experience with a non-profit is a plus
• Must be on-site 5 days a week in Hohenwald, includes regular Saturdays
• Bilingual: Spanish preferred, but not required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to sit / stand for 8 hours.
• Walking, bending, light lifting.

At-Will Employment: The State of Tennessee and The Sanctuary recognize all employment to be “at-will”. This means that you, the employee, as well as The Sanctuary can terminate employment at anytime, with or without advance notice and with or without cause.

Equality Employment Opportunity: It is our policy to treat you and all employees equally without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national organ, veteran status or disability.

Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug Free Workplace: The Sanctuary is a drug, alcohol and tobacco free workplace and prohibits all employees from using non-prescribed drugs, alcohol or tobacco in any form while on duty.

Employees are subject to E-Verify to assure they are eligible to work in the United States.

Forward your resume and cover letter to Human Resources at:

Email: HumanResources@elephants.com

Fax: 931-796-1360

No phone calls please. All applications will be held in strict confidence.

Website: www.elephants.com

General/Facilities Maintenance

Purpose:
Responsible for conducting maintenance and construction projects on the grounds, building, and fences within the habitat and offices.

Responsibilities:

• Repair fencing, office buildings and barns and provide general maintenance to all structures
• Participate in recycling program to include all aspects of The Sanctuary
• Provide maintenance to habitat road pathways
• Perform or arrange for vehicle and equipment repairs
• Maintain grounds, plant trees and landscape property
• Mow, weed and perform other related tasks as needed
• Haul and dispose of animal waste
• Works with contractors for outsourced projects
• Other duties as assigned.

Success Factors and Expectations

Team Oriented – Develop positive working relationships with other Sanctuary employees. Interact professionally with staff, contractors and volunteers.

Good Communicator – Communicate respectfully and effectively with others. Practice good communication skills both verbal and written.

Self-Motivated – Perform the job with minimal supervision and general aspects of The Sanctuary as related to the position.

Dependable and Reliable – Come to work and be on time. Follow procedures and ensure maintenance functions are provided on a timely basis.

Job Requirements and Prerequisites:

• High school diploma
  
• Minimum of 5 years experience in building, grounds, equipment repair and maintenance
  
• Certified to operate heavy equipment; e.g., backhoe, bull dozer, skid steer, tractor, forklift, auto repair
  
• Valid CDL driver’s license, insurable, and ability to safely operate agency vehicles, 4-wheelers, lifts and other related equipment, and will adhere to The Sanctuary’s policies regarding safe operation of same
  
• Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, well, septic and plumbing systems, welding, auto repair, and general carpentry
  
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints

Physical Demands

• Able to repeatedly lift, move, or carry 75lb
  
• Able to climb and work comfortably on 30’ ladder
  
• Able to walk several miles in hilly, rough terrain
  

Other

At-Will Employment: The State of Tennessee and The Sanctuary recognize all employment to be "at-will." This means that you, the employee, as well as The Sanctuary can terminate employment at any time, with or without advance notice and with or without cause.

Equality Employment Opportunity: It is our policy to treat you and all employees equally without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.

Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug-Free Workplace: The Sanctuary is a drug, alcohol, and tobacco free workplace and prohibits all employees from using non-prescribed drugs, alcohol or tobacco in any form while on duty.

Employees are subject to E-Verify to assure they are eligible to work in the United States.

Forward your resume and cover letter to:

Email: humanresources@elephants.com
Fax: 931-796-7493
No telephone calls, please. All applications will be held in strict confidence.
Website: www.elephants.com

Public Relations and Communications Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

Public Relations and Communications Manager (CM) will provide leadership and strategic oversight for the Sanctuary’s communications, branding and marketing. Maximizing the organization’s objectives, the CM develops and coordinates external messaging and provides leadership and guidance to staff on aspects of internal communications and public relations. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CM works with directly with Creative Marketing Manager and Development Manager in creating, implementing, measuring, and evaluating the success of all messaging, marketing, and fundraising. CM supervises others as assigned.

Other duties include special projects as assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In collaboration with the CEO and senior leadership, the CM develops all communications and messaging in support of The Sanctuary’s mission and philosophy
• Develops and refines core messages to ensure organizational consistency
• Ensures regular contact with target media, and appropriate response to media requests
• Serves as point of contact for public information, oversees organizational response to inquiries, and serves as spokesperson as needed
• Provides technical assistance and resources materials to assist internal teams in the formatting, marketing and positioning of their activities
• Provides support, writes messages and coordinates communications during crisis and unplanned events
• Serves as copywriter and editor for the organization’s website and all external communications, including but not limited to press releases, newsletters, brochures and website
  • o Ensures new and consistent information is updated on a regular basis across programs and outreach
• Monitors news and external events, with an eye toward issues of advocacy and support of organization’s mission

MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

In collaboration with the CEO, Director of Finance, SM-ER, and the Creative Marketing, VIP and Development Managers, CM helps to develop and implement fundraising strategies to meet organization’s short and long-term fundraising goals and objectives.

• Collaborates with CEO and board on future capital campaigns and special projects.
• Assists CEO with creation of proposals and special support materials
• Facilitates PR and Communications Program annual review and assessment
• Provides PR and Communications Program quarterly goals and assessments
• Assists with Board and Regulatory Agency reports as requested
• Recommends long and short-term communications/organizational goals and objectives as needed
• Keeps informed of developments in the fields of marketing, communications and public relations, not-for-profit management and governance, and elephant care and conservation work and uses this information to help the organization operate with initiative and innovation
• Participates in Program Managers Meetings and other departmental meetings as requested
• Collaborates with Directors and Senior Management in developing new programs including expanding organization’s sustainability practices
• Works with CEO and Controller on program annual budget
• Composes and distributes weekly internal team updates
• Leads additional projects as assigned, such as, award applications and special events
  
  

SUCCESS FACTORS AND EXPECTATIONS:

Leadership – Ability to mobilize successful working teams for special projects and the management of unplanned events. Ability to support and engage staff and team members in day-to-day work to accomplish The Sanctuary’s mission and values.

Team Oriented – Develop positive working relationships with other Sanctuary employees, senior management and the board. Provide recommendations to resolve issues as they arise. Interact professionally with staff, board members and volunteers.

Good Communicator – Communicate respectfully and effectively with others. Keep management and customers informed of both internal and/or external issues and concerns. Practice excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

Self-Motivated — Learn other general aspects of The Sanctuary as related to the position.

Detail Oriented and Organized — Must be detail oriented to ensure integrity of communication. Highly organized to ensure responses to inquiries, requests for support and projects are tracked and sent and completed in timely fashion.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND PREREQUISITES:

• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in marketing and/or communications
• Minimum five years prior work experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic understanding of Search Engine Optimization and website management
• Experience with Google Analytics
• Basic skill in Adobe Photoshop, Premier and/or InDesign
• Working knowledge of email marketing platforms
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Work, Excel, Outlook, etc)
• Basic knowledge of photography/videography equipment
• Needs assessment, messaging and campaign development, online outreach and materials development and distribution experience preferred
• Must possess excellent public relations skills, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills which transcend diverse audiences
• Demonstrated motivational and problem-solving capabilities with a high degree of integrity, ethics, and dedication to the mission

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Primarily sedentary work. Must be able to sit/stand for 8 hours.
• Walking, bending, light lifting

OTHER:

At-Will Employment: The State of Tennessee and The Sanctuary recognize all employment to be “at will”. This means that you, the employee, as well as The Sanctuary can terminate employment at any time, with or without advance notice and with or without cause.

Equal Employment Opportunity: It is our policy to treat you and all employees equally without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.

Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug Free Workplace: The Sanctuary is a drug; alcohol and tobacco free workplace and prohibits all employees from using non-prescribed drugs, alcohol or tobacco in any form while on duty.

Covid – 19 vaccination is required.

Employees are subject to E-Verify to assure they are eligible to work in the United States.

To Apply, please send your resume and cover letter to

Email: humanresources@elephants.com or
Fax: 931-796-7493
No telephone calls, please. All applications will be held in strict confidence.

Safety Coordinator

Position Summary:

Support the workplace safety and safety training activities for The Elephant Sanctuary. This position performs work involving the development and the implementation of safety policies and procedures, training programs, and a variety of associated programs throughout the operations to include but not limited to environmental, occupational safety, emergency response, loss prevention, process safety, ergonomics, safety auditing, record keeping, incident investigation, training programs and general support of Sanctuary programs and management. This position works to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies and to provide a safe environment for employees, guests, visitors, volunteers, and elephants. The Safety Coordinator reports to the Director of Human Resources and to Operations as requested.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the development and implementation of safety plans and activities in each program to ensure site-specific hazards are addressed
• Conducts safety inspections, correcting and/or recommending corrections to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies
• Assist in safety training activities and employee safety programs while helping to monitor the effectiveness of these programs. This includes:
  • Assists HR and coordinates orientation of new employees. Prepares presentations and maintains employee checklist for completion
  • Assists HR and coordinates annual training of staff for each department. This includes but is not limited to basic safety training of first aid, CPR. TB emergency responses, etc. Prepares and presents programs and presentations. Maintains checklist of all required training for individual employees
  • Recommends proper personnel protective equipment for all programs. Assists with screening, physicals, and mask fit testing. Maintain employee records for PPE
• Provide Operations, when appropriate, with reviews, interpretations, and comments on new and proposed health and safety regulations that may affect Sanctuary programs and/or operations. Make recommendations regarding regulatory requirements to ensure compliance. All updates to protocols must be approved by Operations prior to implementation
• Conduct and/or oversee periodic health and safety inspections to ensure compliance with regulations
• Proactively address non-compliant situations by collaboratively working with Directors and program managers to develop timely solutions
• Performs periodic safety inspections making corrections and updates as required. Maintain documentation for logs and records for inspections, repairs, and maintenance. This will include:
  • Regularly scheduled monthly inspections of large equipment making repairs and/or written referrals for repairs as needed
  • Regularly scheduled bi-monthly inspections of ATV equipment making repairs and/or written referrals for repairs as needed
  • Regularly scheduled inspections and maintenance of fire extinguishers, first response, and firefighting equipment. Schedule annual third-party inspections.
  • Regularly scheduled inspections and maintenance of all equipment and weapons, as needed
  • Monitoring chemical storage and ensuring all are properly labeled
  • Review and update all signage, as needed, to ensure signs are accurate, complete, and visible
• Develops a safety equipment inventory and mapping system
• Maintains and updates a comprehensive safety library including SDS sheets, training materials, rules, regulations, accident reporting, etc.
• Work closely with Operations to coordinate staff participation and doc
• Documentation in safety procedures and drills. Provide a master calendar of annual, biannual, and quarterly activities
• Schedule meetings for the workplace safety committee and provide support to committee activities
• Prepare required reports and maintain records and documentation as assigned
• Other duties may be assigned as needed

Success Factors and Expectations:

Team Oriented – develop strong working relationships with other Sanctuary employees, senior management, and the board. Keep supervisor and appropriate management informed of issues, concerns, and problems and be prepared with recommendations to resolve issues as they arise

Good Communicator – Communicate respectfully and effectively with others. Must be capable of using proactive interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all levels of employees. Must be able to communicate p\professionally and effectively through appropriate Directors and Program managers oral and written

Dependable and Reliable – Come to work and be on time. Good organization skills and ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate several projects simultaneously. Follow procedures and maintain accurate records related to all areas of responsibility. Ability to maintain confidentiality both operations and personnel-related.

Self-Motivated – Strong work ethic and professional demeanor. Must be able to recognize problems and use creativity, best judgment and logical reasoning to resolve problems and/or to recommend a resolution

Training / Self – Identify and engage in ongoing training for self. Work with supervisor to address training needs and develop a training plan to ensure ongoing professional development

Training / Staff – Work with Operations to identify, recommend and implement key training components to ensure a safe work environment for all employees. Ability to organize and conduct effective and consistent training programs for all employees and contractors

Job Requirements and Prerequisites:

• Two years of experience as a Safety Coordinator or related position
• Associates Degree in related field preferred
• One year of experience and knowledge of OSHA, TOSHA and other related regulatory agencies, processes and safety regulations

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand/work for 8 hours in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift 25 to 50 pounds during presentations, as needed
• Ability to run operate large equipment, tractors, ATV

Other:

At-Will Employment: The State of Tennessee and The Sanctuary recognize all employment to be "at-will." This means that you, the employee, as well as The Sanctuary can terminate employment at any time, with or without advance notice and with or without cause.

Equality Employment Opportunity: It is our policy to treat you and all employees equally without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.

Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug-Free Workplace: The Sanctuary is a drug, alcohol, and tobacco free workplace and prohibits all employees from using non-prescribed drugs, alcohol or tobacco in any form while on duty.

Employees are subject to E-Verify to assure they are eligible to work in the United States.

Forward your resume and cover letter to:

Email: humanresources@elephants.com
Fax: 931-796-7493
No telephone calls, please. All applications will be held in strict confidence.
Website: www.elephants.com