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Hotline Volunteer
Hotline Volunteers are the "911 Operators" for wildlife
Volunteer Position: Wildlife Hotline Specialist
Location: Remote, from your own home!
We are looking for enthusiastic and passionate folks looking to make a difference for local wildlife and communities! The Wildlife Hotline Specialist serves as the Center's first point of contact, fielding calls and messages regarding wildlife emergencies, conflicts, and concerns. Responding to over 6,000 calls annually, the Wildlife Hotline Specialists play a critical role in ensuring that animals in distress receive appropriate and timely life-saving care and/or intervention. Wildlife Hotline Specialists do so by providing individuals who reach out to the hotline with accurate information, detailed guidance, and critical resources.
All training is provided, no prior education necessary!
Key Responsibilities:
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Covers a 4-hour shift weekly, same day and time from March to November
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Answers and responds to calls and messages placed to Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center’s Wildlife Hotline via Google Voice
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Provides callers with detailed advice, guidance, and resources related to wildlife emergencies, conflicts, concerns, and questions
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References support documents and training tools to provide detailed, accurate information
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Identifies and prioritizes emergency calls
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Directs callers to appropriate internal and external resources
Benefits:
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Have a direct and positive impact on the welfare of wildlife
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Help members of your community in a time of need
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Gain valuable experience in wildlife rehab
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Be part of a passionate, supportive community
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Enhance communication and problem-solving skills
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Receive ongoing training, development, and recognition
How to Apply:
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