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About PETA > Work at PETA > Circus SpecialistCircus Specialist
Position Objective:
To coordinate PETA's circus campaigns to draw attention to and end the suffering of animals used in circuses
Term of Employment:
Full-time
Reports to:
Assistant Director of Animals in Entertainment Campaigns
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
- Mobilize PETA members and activists through letters, phone calls, and action alerts to contact businesses and sponsors about issues affecting animals used in circuses
- Educate the public about the humane treatment of animals by writing Web features, action alerts, correspondence, and briefing materials on circus-related topics
- Present PETA's position on individual cases and animal abuse issues to print, radio, and television media
- Meet with newspaper editors about various issues related to animals in circuses
- Work with PETA's Marketing Department to drive traffic to our Web site, and create other interactive online campaigns to increase awareness of the suffering of animals used in circuses
- Develop and maintain relationships with various experts who can assist with our circus campaign through a variety of networking opportunities
- Represent PETA and speak about circuses that use animals at conferences and conventions
- Perform step-backs at least bi-weekly to analyze the success of the campaign and its many facets, brainstorm, or consider issues related to the campaign
- Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
- Proven exceptional writing, research, and proofreading skills
- Degree in a related field
- Supportive position vis-à-vis PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
- Ability to handle cruelty-complaint calls in a professional and confidential manner
- Good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work
- Ability to make independent decisions in crisis situations that require authority intervention
- Ability and willingness to travel when needed
- Must be at least 21 with a valid driver's license and three years' clean driving record
- Good public-speaking skills
- Casework-related mediation or intervention experience
- Commitment to the objectives of the organization
To apply now, please click here. If you are unable to complete the online application, please mail your résumé and cover letter to:
Human Resources Department
501 Front St.
Norfolk, VA 23510
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