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

• Provide advanced-level administrative support to assigned manager and coordinate priorities across departments and units.
• Schedule and maintain calendar for assigned manager including, but not limited to, setting complex appointments and travel aligned with strategic priorities.
• Operate and maintain various cloud storage platforms and other on-line tools to leverage systems and reporting for purchasing, finance, legal and other business functions.
• Positively and professionally represent the organization to all team members and visitors.
• Research, order, and stock office and specialized supplies.
• Coordinate, setup and prepare for complex meetings.

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.

• JOB EXPERIENCE
  • Advanced, diversified, and confidential administrative functions requiring broad and comprehensive experience required.
  • Must have at least two years of administrative support experience.
• EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
  • High School Diploma required.
  • Some college preferred.
• SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
  • Must have strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing required.
  • Ability to operate moderately complex computer software programs required.
  • Ability to handle complex situations with a high level of tact and diplomacy required.
  • Knowledge of Zoology and conservation issues is desirable in some assignments preferred.

SOME OF THE PERKS 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
• Local and In-House Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Location: San Diego, CA
• Position Type: Hourly, Full-Time, Non-Exempt Position 
• Hourly Rate: $21.30 to $23.55

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.