- Understanding of life support system and filtration is necessary to be successful in the position.
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Ability and willingness to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and special events as schedule demands.
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Experience working directly with aquatic animals in a zoo/aquarium, rescue/rehabilitation center, or other related facility.
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Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are a critical requirement along with strong oral and written communication. Must be highly self-motivated and similarly able to take direction.
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Experience working with volunteers preferred. Must be comfortable actively interacting with visitors to the Aquarium.
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Active membership in professional associations (e.g. AZA, IMATA) preferred.
Minimum Requirements:-
Bachelor’s Degree in biology, psychology or related field.
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At least 2 years’ experience in practical work or volunteer/internship with aquatic animals in controlled environments.
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SCUBA certification.
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Must have a current, valid driver’s license.
Physical Demands:-
Frequent keyboard use, wrist turning, and neck movement; ability to alternate between sitting and standing; frequent standing, walking, and stair climbing; occasional driving; lifting and carrying up to 50lbs.
Workplace Conditions and Environment:-
This role is primarily performed indoors and requires frequent close interaction with others, with occasional periods of independent work. This position may involve occasional exposure to elevated noise levels.
Equal Employment Opportunity Disclaimer:
WCS is an equal opportunity employer, and the organization complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. We are dedicated to hiring and engaging in a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and looking for future team members who share that same value. The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on gender, race/ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, caste, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by laws and regulations/and similar categories.
It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based upon a person’s membership in one of these protected categories in areas such as recruitment, selection, job assignment, supervision, training, promotions, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities. The organization complies with the spirit and intent of relevant local laws and WCS’s employment policies.
