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Assistant Curator of Fish, Invertebrates and Jellies

The Maritime Aquarium -
Norwalk, CT

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Job Details

Seasonal | Full-time
5 days ago

Qualifications

Zoo experience
Fish care
Laboratory equipment maintenance
English
Driver's License
Aquatic animal handling
Water systems
Water treatment equipment maintenance
Veterinary laboratory work
Water quality monitoring
Laboratory animal handling
Routine maintenance projects

Full Job Description

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND

The Maritime Aquarium's mission is to ignite a connection to Long Island Sound and the ocean to enrich the lives of all people and inspire action to protect our blue planet. For 38 years, the Aquarium has played a significant role in shaping the landscape of Norwalk and the region. The second largest family attraction in Connecticut, and 50 miles from New York City, the Aquarium hosts nearly 450,000 guests annually. Its primary exhibits take guests on a voyage from the shallow salt marshes and estuaries to the depths of the Long Island Sound and the ocean beyond, culminating with habitats for sharks and harbor seals.

Altogether, the Aquarium is home to more than 8,000 animals and 285 species in 75 exhibits. A new 4D Theater offers a unique sensory film experience for guests. Its education programs introduce nearly 50,000 students, campers and scouts to marine and STEM education. The Aquarium is recognized as a top aquarium in the nation and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. It is an active participant in the local and regional community. The strength of the Aquarium is its approximately 97 full-time and 78 part-time employees, seasonal staff, and our volunteers.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Assistant Curator oversees the care of animals that fall within their assigned section, as well as supervise assigned staff. This position coordinates closely with veterinarians, life support staff, and other departments to ensure optimal care and welfare of these species.

Reports to: Associate Director of Animal Husbandry

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Maintains Jellies and Tropical Fish and Invertebrate exhibits, including life support systems and proper water quality, ensuring that they are safe, sanitary and enriching and insure all aquarists do as well
Responsible for ensuring tanks are stocked with appropriate animals, including propagation where appropriate
Responsible for the output of jelly culture labs and maintaining jellies exhibits
Supervises a team of Aquarists, executing duties such as scheduling, performance assessments, and ordering department supplies
Interact with courtesy, professionalism and respect to staff, docents, volunteers and guests consistent with the organization's mission and core values
Assists the Associate Director and Director in ensuring compliance with the Animal Welfare Act, as well as pertinent AZA accreditation standards
Responsible for assessing animal condition, identifying diseases and administering treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian. Coordinates directly with contract veterinarians to schedule routine exams and medical care as required (annual physical exams, bloodwork, et cetera)
Oversees collection of animals, including their husbandry, exhibit maintenance, and maintaining life support systems
Assesses the welfare of the collection, serves on the institutional welfare committee
Serve as institutional representative (IR) to appropriate AZA Species Survival Plans (SSPs) and Taxon Advisory Groups (TAGs)
Coordinate with colleagues at other institutions to maintain best practices in husbandry and animal management and keep current with the state of the industry
Foster a "one team" mentality among the husbandry staff with no barriers between staff working with different taxa
Mentors their staff members and ensures a strong departmental commitment to professional development
Participates in daily routine and maintenance as needed
Performs water quality analysis and makes adjustments
Participates in and oversees administration of animal diets
Experience with tropical fish and invertebrates, corals and jellies
Responsible for ensuring tanks are stocked with appropriate animals, including propagation where appropriate
Work with our veterinary team to administer and oversee quarantine prophylaxis and medical treatments
Maintains inventory of dietary items and supplies, including live and frozen animals, produce, and dietary supplements
Maintains accurate records, reviews records and ensures compliance with animal recordkeeping
Participates in development and implementation of training and enrichment programs as appropriate for various taxa
Participates in the collection of animals from Long Island Sound and other locations for display in Aquarium tanks
Assists in exhibit development
Documents and communicates observations
Maintains a variety of collecting equipment
Able to work weekends and holidays and travel for extended periods of time to perform collecting and animal transport duties
Performs other tasks as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Prefer four-year degree (B.S. or B.A.) in marine biology, biology, zoology, psychology or related field
Five year's paid experience in an AZA accredited zoo, aquarium or equivalent (or combination of experience and education) with jellies, corals, fish and invertebrates
Advanced knowledge of jelly and coral care and cultivation
Advanced knowledge of the operation and maintenance of aquarium and life support systems, laboratory equipment and operating procedures, and water quality testing
Strong command of the English language, both written and verbal
Able to lift a minimum of 60 pounds
Able to negotiate stairs, climb high obstacles and maneuver easily in various behind the scenes areas
Able to negotiate various field conditions
Able to work standing up for extended periods of time
Valid license required with a clean driving record
SCUBA certification and collection experience preferred

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The Maritime Aquarium is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

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