Job Opportunities

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Page Updated: November 27, 2024

Naturalist – Seasonal: Full time, Summer seasonal, paid @ $16-17/hr. 30-week opportunities starting in March/April and ending in October/November. Under the direction of the Director of Education, the Seasonal Naturalist will lead daily interpretive and educational programs, assist in the care of wildlife at AWCC, especially species in encounter programs, provide coaching to Naturalist Interns, and provide roving interpretation while managing guest behaviors.​ Please click HERE for a full job description or to submit an application. To apply, click the link to submit a resume (no more than 2 pages), single page cover letter detailing why this position is an appropriate fit for your career path, phone and email contact for three professional or academic references. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Animal Curator: full-time, year-round. To lead by example, the organization and staff through hard work, dedication, appropriate appearance, and proper work ethics. Supervises the Assistant Curator, Animal Keepers, Animal Care Interns, and Volunteers. Compensation starting at an annual salary of $70,000 (DOE) with free on-site, bunk style housing included for the first 6-months of employment. A variety of benefits are offered to full-time staff, including a 403b plan with a 3% match, 12-paid holidays including the employee’s birthday, and 2-weeks paid time off in the 1st year of employment. In addition, AWCC pays employees’ health care premium in full. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. Click HERE to view a complete job description. A valid driver’s license is required for all job listings. Click HERE to apply. Questions? Email sarah@alaskawildlife.org

Director of Operations: full-time, year-round. Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Director of Operations is primarily responsible to implement strategies to improve front line operations including retail, admissions, food & beverage to support the financial strength and operating efficiency of the organization. The Director of Operations also oversees the maintenance department and the administrative manager. The Director of Operations assists with human resource functions, capital improvement planning, project management, and strategic planning. Compensation starting at an annual salary in the range of $80,000 (DOE) with free on-site, bunk style housing included for the first 6-months of employment. A variety of benefits are offered to full-time staff, including a 403b plan with a 3% match, 12-paid holidays including the employee’s birthday, and 2-weeks paid time off in the 1st year of employment. In addition, AWCC pays employees’ health care premium in full. Applications will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled. Click HERE to view a complete job description. A valid driver’s license is required for all job listings. Click HERE to apply. Questions? Email sarah@alaskawildlife.org

AWCC is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, veteran or family status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies. This policy extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, recruiting, interviewing, job assignments, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, use of facilities, participation in company-sponsored activities, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

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