Full-time Aquarist

Full Time
~$This position is responsible for the day-to-day husbandry operations in the Aquarium. Primary responsibilities include the care and wellbeing of all animals under the facility’s care; Undertake daily operations within the Life Sciences Department to ensure highest level of safety, courtesy, education, efficiency and operational readiness at all times.
Comply with health and safety standards in accordance with local municipality, state and federal rules and regulations.
Provide animal care and ensure habitats meet compliance of facility specific policies and procedures.
Perform duties to reduce loss/waste, control costs and accurately communicate expenses.
Assist in the implementation of new habitats and educational opportunities to maximize guest experience.
Maintain up-to-date electronic records on animal health, water quality, system maintenance, system checks and stock reports.
Monitor and identify animal health concerns, disease diagnosis and water quality concerns.
Communicate to Senior Aquarist, Assistant Curator, and General Curator, veterinary and water quality staff any animal health concerns to develop and implement a care and treatment plan.
Comply with all policy and procedure documents.
Assist in emergency situations to minimize damage, loss or injury to guests, team members, animals or company property.
In collaboration with Guest Experience Department and the Aquarium Foundation, ensure habitats and programs engage, educate and entertain diverse audiences.
Work closely with the Aquarium Foundation to ensure volunteers and educators provide exemplary guest service and engagement.
One year + experience with animal husbandry required.
PADI Open Water or equivalent (or able to obtain within 90 days of employment) required.
Degree in wildlife/marine biology or relevant work experience required.
Experienced animal biologist/aquarist with a strong background in fresh and saltwater aquariums, reptiles, amphibians, and small mammals required.
Strong working knowledge of animal husbandry, disease prevention and treatment, and breeding/rearing techniques.
Working knowledge of operant conditioning and environmental enrichment.
Extensive knowledge of the disposition, habits, food requirements, and environmental needs of a diverse animal collection.
Competency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Creative problem solver who thrives when presented with a challenge.
May require driving aquarium vehicles, operating heavy machinery, using power tools, and working around chemicals.
Ability to read, listen and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system.
Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.
Requires the ability to perform the physical, visual and hearing requirements in the working conditions above.
Due to the seasonal nature of the industry, team members may be required to work varying schedules, weekends, holidays and overtime to reflect the business needs of the property. Team members may also be required to attend group and/or department meetings in addition to the work shift as necessary.