Requirements:
Also required for this position: Signed Volunteer Agreement and Confidentiality Agreement
Recent Police Information Check
Helpline Training (provided by WILDNorth)
Comfortable talking on the phone
Ability to ask questions to staff should you not know the answer to provide to a caller
Enjoy learning new information
Wildlife Helpline Advisor
Position: Wildlife Helpline Advisor Time Period: Ongoing, minimum commitment of 6 months Hours: 8 hours (two 4-hour shifts) a month Start Date: March 2025 with mandatory training on February 23, 2025 WILDNorth is seeking enthusiastic people who love wildlife, the outdoors, and have a strong desire to learn and work well in a team environment. WILDNorth is a non-partisan, charitable organization that provides compassionate care for injured and orphaned wildlife and educates the public on the importance of wildlife in our community. We provide a high standard of care to a wide variety of native and migratory species. Approximately 80% of our patients are wild birds (waterfowl, birds of prey, songbirds) and 20% small mammals (squirrels, porcupines, fox). Duties: Working under the supervision of the Helpline Manager, volunteers will assist with the following: Check our Wildlife Helpline voicemail and respond to calls Answer questions about WILDNorth, our facilities, and injured or orphaned wildlife Advise callers on the best course of action given their scenario Dispatch WILDRescuers and Wildlife Transportation Volunteers Remain in close contact with WILDNorth staff while on shift Complete other administrative or light cleaning duties as needed Volunteers are required to follow all WILDNorth policy, procedures and protocols. Volunteers will also interact and work with other facility volunteers, summer students and casual relief staff.
Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
Species identification experience Wildlife management and conflict resolution experience Further your career or educational goals Orientation and training provided Learning job skills and teamwork Mentorship and friendships with like-minded people
Requirements:
Also required for this position: Signed Volunteer Agreement and Confidentiality Agreement
Recent Police Information Check
Helpline Training (provided by WILDNorth)
Comfortable talking on the phone
Ability to ask questions to staff should you not know the answer to provide to a caller
Enjoy learning new information