Organizational Description
Woodstock Farm Sanctuary rescues farmed animals and gives them care and sanctuary, connects animals with people to advance veganism, and advocates for animal rights in alliance with other social justice movements. We welcome visitors to come and meet animals who are most commonly exploited, abused, and killed in animal agriculture. Our animal residents are given lifelong sanctuary and are treated with respect as individuals. By giving farmed animals the chance to live their lives with dignity and by sharing their stories, we advocate for veganism and aim to reduce suffering for all.
Job Overview
The Education and Advocacy Manager is full-time, year-round, non-exempt position (hourly) and reports to the Executive Director. The Education and Advocacy Manager directs seasonal weekend educational programming and weekend visitor experience, as well as overseeing both onsite and offsite advocacy efforts, primarily involving outreach and tabling efforts. It is a forward facing position key to the Sanctuary’s mission.
Key Responsibilities
Manage seasonal weekend visitor education experience April – October:
Supervise team of 2 – 4 PT seasonal tour guides
Supervise 1 PT seasonal kiosk attendant and 1 PT seasonal store cashier
Weekend visitor center and gift store management
Give humane education tours each weekend
Recruit and train weekend team
Design tour content alongside key staff and coach tour guides on tour delivery
Evaluate weekend team for continuous improvement
Research animal ag industry and pedagogical / change psychology trends to keep tour content current, compelling and accurate
Coordinate with shelter staff to ensure animal and visitor safety and design best tour routes
Coordinate with events staff on weekend programming
Coordinate with marketing and development staff to ensure messaging consistency
Work with volunteers and interns to meet program goals
Oversee and execute advocacy efforts:
Offsite and onsite outreach and tabling opportunities
Literature distribution through the remote organization of volunteer street teams
Work closely with other departments and constituents on advocacy campaigns
Experience and Qualifications
At least two years of supervisory experience
Demonstrable commitment to organization’s mission and values
Previous experience in education or public speaking
Experience working with farmed animals a plus
Skills
Demonstrated knowledge of farmed animal advocacy and veganism
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to improvise in a fast-paced and fluid work environment
Ability to work well collaboratively across departments
Excellent customer service skills
High degree of comfort interacting with farmed animals
The position description is not all inclusive; other duties may be assigned as needs and opportunities emerge. This position involves standing and sitting for hours at a time, interacting with farmed animals, and moving around the large Sanctuary property for tours and other purposes. It requires working some evenings and most weekends during the season (April – October) with a more flexible and traditional schedule during the rest of the year. Willingness to travel occasionally including overnight stays, reliable transportation important. Pay and benefits are competitive, including retirement, paid holidays, paid vacation, and good health insurance with optional dental and vision.
To apply: Please send resume and cover letter by December 16th to Rachel McCrystal
No phone calls please. We regret that the number of applications make it so that we can only respond to those candidates chosen for interviews.
Woodstock Farm Sanctuary is an equal opportunity employer, deeply committed to values of diversity and inclusion.
Nov 22, 2019
Full time
Organizational Description
Woodstock Farm Sanctuary rescues farmed animals and gives them care and sanctuary, connects animals with people to advance veganism, and advocates for animal rights in alliance with other social justice movements. We welcome visitors to come and meet animals who are most commonly exploited, abused, and killed in animal agriculture. Our animal residents are given lifelong sanctuary and are treated with respect as individuals. By giving farmed animals the chance to live their lives with dignity and by sharing their stories, we advocate for veganism and aim to reduce suffering for all.
Job Overview
The Education and Advocacy Manager is full-time, year-round, non-exempt position (hourly) and reports to the Executive Director. The Education and Advocacy Manager directs seasonal weekend educational programming and weekend visitor experience, as well as overseeing both onsite and offsite advocacy efforts, primarily involving outreach and tabling efforts. It is a forward facing position key to the Sanctuary’s mission.
Key Responsibilities
Manage seasonal weekend visitor education experience April – October:
Supervise team of 2 – 4 PT seasonal tour guides
Supervise 1 PT seasonal kiosk attendant and 1 PT seasonal store cashier
Weekend visitor center and gift store management
Give humane education tours each weekend
Recruit and train weekend team
Design tour content alongside key staff and coach tour guides on tour delivery
Evaluate weekend team for continuous improvement
Research animal ag industry and pedagogical / change psychology trends to keep tour content current, compelling and accurate
Coordinate with shelter staff to ensure animal and visitor safety and design best tour routes
Coordinate with events staff on weekend programming
Coordinate with marketing and development staff to ensure messaging consistency
Work with volunteers and interns to meet program goals
Oversee and execute advocacy efforts:
Offsite and onsite outreach and tabling opportunities
Literature distribution through the remote organization of volunteer street teams
Work closely with other departments and constituents on advocacy campaigns
Experience and Qualifications
At least two years of supervisory experience
Demonstrable commitment to organization’s mission and values
Previous experience in education or public speaking
Experience working with farmed animals a plus
Skills
Demonstrated knowledge of farmed animal advocacy and veganism
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to improvise in a fast-paced and fluid work environment
Ability to work well collaboratively across departments
Excellent customer service skills
High degree of comfort interacting with farmed animals
The position description is not all inclusive; other duties may be assigned as needs and opportunities emerge. This position involves standing and sitting for hours at a time, interacting with farmed animals, and moving around the large Sanctuary property for tours and other purposes. It requires working some evenings and most weekends during the season (April – October) with a more flexible and traditional schedule during the rest of the year. Willingness to travel occasionally including overnight stays, reliable transportation important. Pay and benefits are competitive, including retirement, paid holidays, paid vacation, and good health insurance with optional dental and vision.
To apply: Please send resume and cover letter by December 16th to Rachel McCrystal
No phone calls please. We regret that the number of applications make it so that we can only respond to those candidates chosen for interviews.
Woodstock Farm Sanctuary is an equal opportunity employer, deeply committed to values of diversity and inclusion.
Modern mobile clinic seeking veterinarian: With over 150,000 surgeries performed since 2001, we help reduce the dog and cat overpopulation crisis in and around the pleasant river town of Norfolk in south eastern Virginia. Benefits include competitive salary, flexible hours, vacation and sick time and limited weekends! Experience in high volume surgery preferred, caring about animal welfare a must.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
Perform surgical sterilizations and other surgeries as required
Oversee and perform surgical monitoring, the administration of pre-anesthetic and anesthetic drugs, and post-surgical monitoring through discharge
Promote the humane care and treatment of animals
Administer vaccines to clinic patients
Comply with the applicable state and federal laws established by the Virginia Board of Veterinary Medicine and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Qualifications:
Degree in veterinary medicine from an accredited university of veterinary medicine
Current Virginia veterinary license or ability to obtain one
One year of experience practicing veterinary medicine preferred
Experience with high-volume spay-and-neuter surgeries desired
Possession of or ability to obtain a DEA controlled-substance registration
Proven effective organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
Willingness and ability to travel to various clinic stops throughout Hampton Roads
A valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
Commitment to the objectives of the mobile clinic division and its mission
Nov 22, 2019
Full time
Modern mobile clinic seeking veterinarian: With over 150,000 surgeries performed since 2001, we help reduce the dog and cat overpopulation crisis in and around the pleasant river town of Norfolk in south eastern Virginia. Benefits include competitive salary, flexible hours, vacation and sick time and limited weekends! Experience in high volume surgery preferred, caring about animal welfare a must.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
Perform surgical sterilizations and other surgeries as required
Oversee and perform surgical monitoring, the administration of pre-anesthetic and anesthetic drugs, and post-surgical monitoring through discharge
Promote the humane care and treatment of animals
Administer vaccines to clinic patients
Comply with the applicable state and federal laws established by the Virginia Board of Veterinary Medicine and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Qualifications:
Degree in veterinary medicine from an accredited university of veterinary medicine
Current Virginia veterinary license or ability to obtain one
One year of experience practicing veterinary medicine preferred
Experience with high-volume spay-and-neuter surgeries desired
Possession of or ability to obtain a DEA controlled-substance registration
Proven effective organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
Willingness and ability to travel to various clinic stops throughout Hampton Roads
A valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
Commitment to the objectives of the mobile clinic division and its mission
Position Objective:
To conduct PETA's work with major corporations
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Develop and carry out action plans for PETA's work with major corporations
• Decide on and maintain effective contacts with major corporations in order to further PETA's work
• Prepare and deliver presentations to executives in order to make the case for animal welfare changes
• Attend and speak at annual shareholder meetings of major corporations
• Draft shareholder resolutions and supporting statements regarding animal issues with major corporations
• Research the animal welfare guidelines that are being enforced by major corporations
• Research and work with firms that hold large amounts of stock in major corporations that abuse animals
• Represent PETA's corporate campaigns to the media and the general public
• Travel to attend meetings or news conferences
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of two years of previous experience in advocacy, public relations, or corporate affairs
• Demonstrated ability to comfortably create and deliver presentations, address and overcome objections, and negotiate and close deals
• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
• Proven exceptional organizational and writing skills
• Demonstrated effective research skills
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
Nov 22, 2019
Full time
Position Objective:
To conduct PETA's work with major corporations
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Develop and carry out action plans for PETA's work with major corporations
• Decide on and maintain effective contacts with major corporations in order to further PETA's work
• Prepare and deliver presentations to executives in order to make the case for animal welfare changes
• Attend and speak at annual shareholder meetings of major corporations
• Draft shareholder resolutions and supporting statements regarding animal issues with major corporations
• Research the animal welfare guidelines that are being enforced by major corporations
• Research and work with firms that hold large amounts of stock in major corporations that abuse animals
• Represent PETA's corporate campaigns to the media and the general public
• Travel to attend meetings or news conferences
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of two years of previous experience in advocacy, public relations, or corporate affairs
• Demonstrated ability to comfortably create and deliver presentations, address and overcome objections, and negotiate and close deals
• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
• Proven exceptional organizational and writing skills
• Demonstrated effective research skills
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
Barnard Medical Center in Washington, D.C. (on Metro’s Red Line in Friendship Heights).
Medical Office Assistant - Seeking customer service professional with two or more years of work experience to perform customer service and administrative tasks in a primary care medical center that integrates plant-based nutrition education into medical care.
About the Barnard Medical Center
Founded by Neal Barnard, M.D., president of the nonprofit Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine , the Barnard Medical Center is a new model for medical care that integrates plant-based nutrition education and disease prevention into providing top-of-the-line medical care. The Barnard Medical Center takes advantage of years of research conducted by the Physicians Committee research team and other researchers, showing how a new approach to medicine and nutrition could help prevent and reverse serious health problems.
About this Career Opportunity
We are looking for an enthusiastic Medical Office Assistant to join our team. This position will involve performing a complete range of customer service and administrative tasks in a primary care medical center. This is a full-time position located at the Barnard Medical Center in Washington, D.C. (on Metro’s Red Line in Friendship Heights).
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for a dedicated team player who will tackle his or her work with professionalism, a positive attitude, and with the utmost respect for our patients.
Successful candidates will possess:
Two or more years of experience in medical office, administrative, or customer service position
Exceptional customer service and strong interpersonal skills
Strong Microsoft Office and electronic record-keeping skills
A demonstrated interest in plant-based (vegan) nutrition and disease prevention
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
An undergraduate degree is preferred
Experience or interest in medical billing is a plus
If you share these qualities, are passionate about the Barnard Medical Center's unique approach to primary care, and would be excited to be a part of a practice that is helping patients make lifestyle changes to maximize their health, we'd like to hear from you.
How to Apply
In your cover letter please describe your prior work experience, your strengths, and your interest in integrating plant-based nutrition education into medical care. We look forward to hearing from you! Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis.
Nov 18, 2019
Full time
Medical Office Assistant - Seeking customer service professional with two or more years of work experience to perform customer service and administrative tasks in a primary care medical center that integrates plant-based nutrition education into medical care.
About the Barnard Medical Center
Founded by Neal Barnard, M.D., president of the nonprofit Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine , the Barnard Medical Center is a new model for medical care that integrates plant-based nutrition education and disease prevention into providing top-of-the-line medical care. The Barnard Medical Center takes advantage of years of research conducted by the Physicians Committee research team and other researchers, showing how a new approach to medicine and nutrition could help prevent and reverse serious health problems.
About this Career Opportunity
We are looking for an enthusiastic Medical Office Assistant to join our team. This position will involve performing a complete range of customer service and administrative tasks in a primary care medical center. This is a full-time position located at the Barnard Medical Center in Washington, D.C. (on Metro’s Red Line in Friendship Heights).
Who We’re Looking For
We are looking for a dedicated team player who will tackle his or her work with professionalism, a positive attitude, and with the utmost respect for our patients.
Successful candidates will possess:
Two or more years of experience in medical office, administrative, or customer service position
Exceptional customer service and strong interpersonal skills
Strong Microsoft Office and electronic record-keeping skills
A demonstrated interest in plant-based (vegan) nutrition and disease prevention
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed
An undergraduate degree is preferred
Experience or interest in medical billing is a plus
If you share these qualities, are passionate about the Barnard Medical Center's unique approach to primary care, and would be excited to be a part of a practice that is helping patients make lifestyle changes to maximize their health, we'd like to hear from you.
How to Apply
In your cover letter please describe your prior work experience, your strengths, and your interest in integrating plant-based nutrition education into medical care. We look forward to hearing from you! Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis.
