Education Supervisor

Education Supervisor The Arizona Humane Society is seeking a full-time Education Supervisor to join our team at our Papago Park Campus. This position works Tuesday–Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturdays from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM. If you're a passionate leader who enjoys educating and inspiring others while making a meaningful impact for animals and the community, we'd love to hear from you. Continue reading to learn more about this exciting opportunity! Paws Up For Great Benefits! Competitive salary Generous PTO program Up to 8 paid holidays per year 401(k) with employer contribution Medical, Dental and Vision Plans Got student loans? Employment with AHS may qualify you for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! Discounts on veterinary services and other pet perks! Day in the Life: The Arizona Humane Society is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Education Supervisor to lead engaging programs that inspire compassion for animals and strengthen our connection with the community. In this role, you'll supervise a team of educators, oversee our Humane Teens leadership program and award-winning summer camps, and help develop innovative educational experiences for learners of all ages. Working alongside the Senior Manager of Education & Outreach, you'll build community partnerships, enhance existing programs, and create new opportunities that expand the reach of humane education. From school field trips and workshops to scout programs, tours, birthday parties, and community presentations, you'll play a key role in delivering impactful experiences while ensuring exceptional customer service and program quality. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader with a passion for education, youth development, and animal welfare. This position combines leadership, program development, curriculum planning, team coaching, administrative oversight, and hands‑on care of our Education Animal Teachers to create meaningful experiences that inspire lifelong advocates for animals. Job Requirements Bachelor's degree in a related field or the equivalent of experience required. Valid AZ driver's license required. Fingerprint clearance card required. Certified Interpretive Guide (NAI), American Camp Association affiliation, or other relevant certifications preferred. Two or more years of combined experience working with children and adults in a formal education, informal natural science, or environmental education setting. Experience presenting thematically based interpretive programs to audiences of all ages. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with high energy and creative problem‑solving skills. Excellent public speaking and presentation skills and the ability to learn, understand, and communicate science and animal welfare concepts to youth. Personable, responsible, and energetic, with the ability to initiate discussions and effectively communicate with all age levels through good listening skills, friendliness, enthusiasm, positive attitude and humor. Ability to constantly evaluate an audience and tailor the program to provide information and entertainment at an appropriate age level. Ability to model positive techniques to manage behaviors among youth and provide behavior management training to frontline education staff. Capacity to work independently and communicate clearly in a fast‑paced environment. Experience with public speaking and public appearances. Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and evenings. Must be able to handle live animals, including snakes and invertebrates, safely and humanely in all conditions. Physical Demands/Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. There may be occasional wet floors, animal noises, odors, and dander. Most time will be spent in a typical air conditioned and heated office environment. Additional Information The Arizona Humane Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a participant in the E-Verify program. Ready to Join our team and make a difference every day? Explore all of our current career opportunities here: Careers - Arizona Humane Society Must pass pre‑employment drug and background screening. #J-18808-Ljbffr