Type: Non-Profit

Department: Operations

Title of the Role: Sanctuary Guide (Seasonal)

Short Description of Role: About Your Opportunity: As members of Farm Sanctuary’s Experience Team, Sanctuary Guides assist with all aspects of our Sanctuary experience. This role is an integral part of the Experience Team, providing onsite support and serving as an ambassador for the organization. As a public-facing role, this position is expected to be knowledgeable, welcoming, and courteous to our diverse audience. The Sanctuary Guide position offers a unique opportunity to work with a team of committed staff and volunteers focused on advocating for farm animals. This position is an excellent opportunity to gain skills and experience in animal advocacy work and considerable knowledge of issues around animal agriculture.

Responsibilities:

Create an inclusive, safe, and inviting guest experience for visitors and members
Greet guests, proactively engaging with visitors, providing information and way-finding
Conduct public and special VIP tours with provided script
Work alongside Wellness and Environment teams to maintain animal resident and guest safety and comfort
Support Sanctuary Shop operations
Daily upkeep of the Sanctuary Center
Complete daily opening and closing procedures
Assist with onsite Sanctuary events and outreach projects
Provide administrative assistance as needed
Provide daily reports to Manager, Sanctuary Experience, Acton
Provide Environment team with support, as needed - with responsibilities including but not limited to - cleaning animal enclosures, performing general grounds work, and participating in day-to-day animal enrichment projects

Preferred Qualifications:

Excellent interpersonal skills
Professional and gracious in high volume situations
Extensive knowledge of farmed animal and vegan issues
Effective communication, public speaking, and outreach skills with various audiences
Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment
Efficient organizational skills and attention to detail
Team player and collaboration skills when working with colleagues
Willingness and ability to perform physical labor and moderate lifting
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record, preferred
Alignment with Farm Sanctuary’s values of compassion, understanding, integrity, transformation, and freedom.
Familiarity, commitment to, and experience with the practice of equity and social justice, and the principles embedded in Farm Sanctuary’s mission

We are looking for the best fit for each of our roles, regardless of the type of education or companies in your background, so we encourage you to apply even if your skills and experiences don’t exactly match the job description.

Job Specifications:

Terms of employment: Regular, non-exempt, seasonal position
Reports to: Manager, Sanctuary Experience
Pay: $17.50 per hour
Direct reports: None
Location: Acton, CA
Benefits: Competitive benefits package, including eligibility to participate in Farm Sanctuary’s 403(b) and medical insurance plan; free access to the CALM meditation app; and access to the Nivati wellness platform
Additional Specifications:
The time commitment for this position is from August - December 2023, with potential for permanent hire. If the position application is available online, the position remains open.

Our Process:

Applications for this position will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their applications at the earliest opportunity to maximize their chances of consideration. If you are advanced in the process, the following stages would be:

Stage 1: 30-minute phone interview with our Talent Acquisition Manager
Stage 2: 45-minute virtual interview with our Senior Sanctuary Guide
Stage 3: 30-minute virtual interview with our Manager, Sanctuary Experience
Stage 4: Reference Checks

Farm Sanctuary is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees are respected, valued, and feel a sense of belonging. We work hard to provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type. We take our duty seriously to protect employees with regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

We believe that our prioritization of diversity, equity, and inclusion is a strength and essential to achieving our mission. A diverse workforce brings many perspectives, ideas, and experiences, leading to more creative and effective solutions to our complex issues. By embracing diversity and creating an inclusive environment, we foster a culture of belonging where innovation and growth can thrive. We are dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our organization, including hiring and recruitment practices, employee development and training, and interactions with the communities we serve. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are core components in fulfilling our mission of rescuing and protecting farmed animals from cruelty, and we are committed to creating a culture of respect, civility, and compassion for all.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Any photos or videos taken in the scope of employment and/or related to Farm Sanctuary are considered work product and intellectual property of Farm Sanctuary.

Location: North America

Country: United States

City: Acton, California

Application Deadline: September 18, 2023

Application Link: https://grnh.se/da2ac0743us

Remote: No

Time Commitment: Full-time