Animal Care Manager and Dive Safety Officer
Leisure Hospitality Management
This position is responsible for managing the day-to-day husbandry operations in the Aquarium. Primary responsibilities include the care, wellbeing, and management of all animals under the facility’s care; maintenance of all habitats; and positive management of all staff within the Life Sciences Department. Additionally, this position is responsible for managing and updating the facility’s Dive Program to maintain compliance with all local, federal and industry standards to ensure highest level of safety, efficiency and operational readiness of all divers.
Link:
https://www.stlouisaquarium.com/
Animal Care Manager and Animal Trainer
Leisure Hospitality Management
This position is responsible for managing the day-to-day husbandry operations in the Aquarium. Primary responsibilities include the care, wellbeing and management of all animals under the facility’s care; maintenance of all habitats; and positive management of all staff within the Life Sciences Department. Additionally, this position is responsible for the continual development of the animal behavior and enrichment programs within the facility; leading public presentations with the facility’s wide variety of animals; and continually developing the skills of the training staff.
Link:
https://www.stlouisaquarium.com/
Animal Care Manager
Leisure Hospitality Management
This position is responsible for managing the day-to-day husbandry operations in the Aquarium. Primary responsibilities include the care, wellbeing and management of all animals under the facility’s care; maintenance of all habitats; and positive management of all staff within the Life Sciences Department.
Link:
https://www.stlouisaquarium.com/
Biologist II
Leisure Hospitality Management
This position is senior position 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; maintenance of all habitats; and positive team approach within the Life Sciences Department.
Link:
https://www.stlouisaquarium.com
Biologist I
Leisure Hospitality Management
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; maintenance of all habitats; and positive team approach within the Life Sciences Department.
Link:
https://www.stlouisaquarium.com
Veterinary Technician and Water Quality
Leisure Hospitality Management
This position will perform a variety of duties related to the care and wellbeing of the Aquarium animals including water quality testing. Primarily responsible for disease prevention, preforming disease and injury treatments, and monitoring collection health, as well as the overall monitoring and reporting of health and behaviour. These observations may include sick animals, safety hazards, maintenance problems or treatment of animals. This position will also be responsible for the overall management and records of water quality analysis throughout the Aquarium.
Link:
https://www.stlouisaquarium.com
Diver
Leisure Hospitality Management
Support the Live Sciences Department to keep & maintain live aquatic habitats in an optimum condition through the use of SCUBA and snorkelling. This position will assist in the underwater maintenance of both fresh and salt water habitats, including vacuuming and scrubbing. Other duties include managing equipment, assisting with preparing food and being part of our Diver presentations.
Link:
https://www.stlouisaquarium.com
Technician
Leisure Hospitality Management
This position is responsible for the Aquarium’s maintenance/life support team to support the operation, maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment associated with live animal habitats. Management and preventative maintenance of all life support system (LSS) equipment, including but not limited to pumps, sand filters, UV, ozone generators and other equipment that are critical to animal health.
Link:
https://www.stlouisaquarium.com
Director of Husbandry
Aquarium at the Boardwalk
We’re seeking an experienced full-time, year-round Director of Husbandry to open a brand new aquarium in the heart of the Highway 76 Entertainment District In Branson, MO. This position will oversee animal acquisition and welfare, as well as exhibit development and maintenance, starting with our temporary quarantine facility and then moving into the permanent 46,000 square foot aquarium when it opens in summer 2020. Competitive salary and benefits.
Link:
www.aquariumattheboardwalk.com
Senior Aquarist- Jellies and Inverts
Virginia Aquarium
The Jellyfish/Invertebrates Senior Aquarist will serve as a working lead for a team of husbandry section staff, divers, volunteers, and interns to ensure the welfare of live animal collections and management in assigned areas.
Link:
https://chp.tbe.taleo.net/chp02/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=VBGOV&cws=37&rid=27172
Life Support Manager
Aquarium at the Boardwalk
We’re seeking an experienced manager for the start-up and ongoing operation and maintenance of all aquatic life support systems at our brand new forthcoming 46,000 square foot aquarium in the heart of the 76 Entertainment District in Branson, MO. This full-time, year-round position will have the unique opportunity to be part of the project from the ground up for a summer 2020 opening. Competitive salary and benefits.
Link:
www.aquariumattheboardwalk.com
Various - Husbandry Department
Aquarium at the Boardwalk
Our brand new 46,000 square foot aquarium is under construction at the heart of the 76 Entertainment District in Branson, MO for a summer 2020 opening. Beginning this summer, we’ll be hiring team members on a rolling basis for our Husbandry Department, including Sr. Aquarist, Aquarist, Aquarist Trainee, Life Support Technician, Life Support Assistant, Dive Control Officer, and Diver. Excellent opportunities with competitive wages and benefits. Please email cover letter and resume.
Link:
www.aquariumattheboardwalk.com
Assistant Curator
Wonders Of Wildlife
We are seeking 2 dynamic ASSISTANT CURATORS to join our team! One leading and primarily focusing on the fish and invertebrates team and the other leading and primarily focusing on the birds, mammals, and reptiles team.
Link:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=11554&clientkey=B35D75BD152D0E0F76F4D8EB49AA0EF1
Commissary Keeper
Wonders Of Wildlife
Wonders of Wildlife is seeking a dynamicCOMMISSARY KEEPER to join our team!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Prepare all diets precisely following written diet protocols
Maintain organized diet sheets for every exhibit, and maintain records of diet changes
Review and revise diets under supervision of the veterinarian/general curator
Monitor inventory and usage rates
Place regular orders for food items, including weekly produce and live prey deliveries, monthly dry goods, and periodic orders of frozen meat, rodents, and fish
Delivery receiving and commissary stocking
Communicate with food vendors as needed, to ensure value and quality
Maintain price list and track commissary budget
Be familiar with USDA and AZA standards of food safety and quality
Inspect food products for quality and oversee appropriate food storage, including appropriate containers, labelling, and temperatures
Familiar with appropriate food storage parameters and appropriate freeze-thaw practices
Training of commissary interns and volunteers
Standard recordkeeping including daily keeper report, inventory/usage logs, and diet change logs
May occasionally need to perform demonstrations for student groups, tours, or VIPs
Ability to interpret and perform a nutrient analysis is preferred; will train
Other duties as assigned by Curator of Life Sciences
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
A Bachelor’s degree in zoology with emphasis on animal nutrition or a related field is highly preferred.
Minimum two-year experience in a professional animal facility working as commissary keeper for captive mammal, birds, fresh/salt water fish, amphibians, reptiles, and invertebrates.
We offer the following benefits by joining our team:
Store/Attraction employee discounts
Medical, Vision, Dental, Company Paid Life Insurance, LTD, STD, 401(k)
Paid Holidays
Link:
https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=11563&clientkey=B35D75BD152D0E0F76F4D8EB49AA0EF1
Biologist
Golden Nugget - Las Vegas
Golden Nugget is a hotel/casino located in Las Vegas, Nevada. It showcases a 200,000 gallon shark tank and a 75,000 gallon tropical marine exhibit.
SUMMARY:
It is the responsibility of the Biologist to be aware of all aspects of the Life Sciences Department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Perform daily routine as scheduled.
• Maintain accurate and informative daily animal records.
• Prepare daily diet preparation for animal collection.
• Perform daily water quality testing of all exhibits.
• Perform Life Support System maintenance as scheduled.
• Assist Curator / Life Sciences Manager with medical treatments and husbandry procedures as needed.
• Participate in various public presentations, with or without animals.
• Communicate any animal related or other concerns to Curator / Life Sciences Manager.
• Observe and help maintain department areas (and those not normally your responsibility) as directed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Ability to SCUBA dive daily.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, administrative, multi-tasking, organization and prioritization skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written), fluent English and articulate.
• Ability to work efficiently, independently and consistently producing quality results.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology (or related field) preferred.
• Prefer 3 years of experience working in a public aquarium with teleost and/or elasmobranch species. (Pay rate to be determined by experience level.)
• Must be SCUBA certified with a minimum of 50 logged hours of dive time. (Advanced certifications preferred.)
• Must be certified in CPR, 1st Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen Administration (or acquire certification within 2 weeks of hire date).
PLEASE USE THE “LINK” PROVIDED TO FILL OUT THE ONLINE APPLICATION.
Link:
https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/Home/Home?partnerid=25968&siteid=5591#jobDetails=446906_5591
Aquarist, All Levels
Miami Seaquarium
Miami Seaquarium is seeking qualified applicants for all levels of aquarists. The basic requirements of the position are listed below. As part of the Aquatics
team, aquarists work with the collection of fish and invertebrates that
showcase the amazing aquatic animals and habitats of Florida.
Minimum requirements:
• 18 years old and college degree in Marine/Life Science or related field, or commensurate
experience.
• 2+ years experience working as an Aquarist at an accredited animal aquarium or zoo (HC
or AZA) or in a professional animal environment such as an aquaculture
facility.
• Demonstrated knowledge of general fish and invertebrate biology, nutrition, natural history
and behavior.
• Proven experience with habitat maintenance, animal food preparation & nutrition
requirements, general husbandry practices and animal restraint/capture
techniques.
• Demonstrated knowledge of life support system operations and design.
• Proven experience with performing animal interactions with guests.
• Demonstrated excellent animal observation and record keeping skills.
• Demonstrated professional presentation skills.
• Pass all required department tests, including a swim test.
• SCUBA certification from an internationally recognized certifying agency.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to recognize and correct normal operational challenges or seek prompt assistance from senior personnel.
• Possess the characteristics of an Animal Care professional demonstrating competence,
professionalism, teamwork, mutual respect and commitment to the mission of
Miami Seaquarium.
Description of Responsibilities:
An Aquarist at Miami Seaquarium will be responsible for the care and display of marine life living
in exhibits throughout the park as well as being a resource for the Aquarium
Department staff. The primary responsibilities will include working as assigned
in any of the aquarium exhibits or areas.
Senior Aquarist
Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum
See posting on Indeed.com for full details and to apply.
Job Summary
The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum is seeking applicants for the newly created Senior Aquarist position. The BMNSM is a nationally accredited private non-profit natural history museum dedicated to malacology. The Museum has grown significantly in the past five years and we are looking for a Senior Aquarist to grow along with us. We are currently undergoing a complete renovation of our ground floor, which includes the installation of ~10,000 gallons of temperate and tropical living marine exhibits designed and installed by Tenji. The live exhibits will display primarily mollusks, with a few corals and bony fish as well and are scheduled to open to the public in January of 2020. Start date is flexible for the right candidate between June-August 2019.
Requirements
· Bachelor Degree in Marine Biology, Aquaculture, or similar field
· Minimum 2 years paid experience in a public aquarium or similar facility
· Minimum 1 year paid experience caring for cephalopods in a public aquarium or similar facility
· Able to perform all of the position responsibilities
Full time non-exempt starting salary $35,000-$45,000 depending on experience.
See posting on Indeed.com for full details and to apply.
Link:
https://www.indeed.com/m/viewjob?jk=865685d0ac588ebe&from=serp&prevUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.indeed.com%2Fm%2Fjobs%3Fq%3DNational%2Bshell%2Bmuseum%26l%3D%26from%3DsearchOnSerp
Director
Blue Zoo Aquariums
We are accepting applications for the director of Blue Zoo Aquarium in Spokane Washington. We are opening July of this year.
Link:
None
Senior Aquarist
Blue Zoo Aquariums
We are looking for aquarist for our new location In Spokane.
Link:
None
Aquarium Biologist - Full Time - Exempt
Downtown Aquarium Denver
The Downtown Aquarium is an AZA accredited institution located in Denver, Colorado. The Aquarium facility includes over one million gallons of aquatic exhibits with a very diverse animal collection including fish, invertebrates, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and mammals.
Full job description at: https://www.aza.org/jobs?job=15757
Experience required:
Qualifications include: a valid SCUBA dive certification, demonstrated knowledge of aquarium systems and aquatic biology, and have 2 years prior experience at a Zoo, Aquarium, or similar facility, including experience supervising staff, interns and volunteers. A degree in Biology, Zoology or related field is preferred. Strong commitment to providing a great guest experience and supporting other team members. Applicant must be available to work weekends and holidays.
Qualified applicants should send cover letter, resume with salary history, and three work-related references to Rob Brynda, Curator of Fish, Invertebrates, and Herps, via email only at rbrynda@ldry.com
Link:
https://www.aza.org/jobs?job=15757
Whova app social media consultant
PE
You must have the skills and abilities as per @jimprapas
Link:
https://www.landrysinc.com/careers/default.asp
