Husbandry Assistant – Ambassador Animals

Position Summary

This position is responsible for assisting the day-to-day husbandry operations in the Aquarium.  Primary responsibilities include the assisting with care and wellbeing of all animals under the facility’s care; assisting in maintenance of all habitats; and positive team approach within the Life Sciences Department.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Clean, maintain, and repair animal habitats. 
• Clean and maintain Life Sciences areas. 
• Assist with diet preparation and feeding of animals.  
• Observe and communicate any animal health concerns. 
• Care for, handle, and work safely with a variety of live animals, including mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. 
• Provide superior guest interactions.  
• Maintain up-to-date electronic and hard-copy records on animal husbandry and maintenance, as necessary.  
• Maintain collaborative relationships with Guest Experience Department and the Aquarium Foundation.  
• Maintain positive and professional representation of animals, life sciences department, and institution. 
• Compliance with health and safety standards in accordance with local municipality, state and federal rules and regulations.  
• Compliance of all policy and procedures. 
• Assist in emergency situations to minimize damage, loss or injury to guests, team members, animals or company property. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent guest interaction/entertainment/interpretation skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions well. 
• Excellent at working independently and within a team. 
• Professional demeanor, reliable, strong work ethic, positive attitude, and dedicated to the mission of zoos & aquariums. 
• Good verbal and written communication skills. 
• Strong listening, presentation and decision-making skills.