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Aquarist I-III
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Work type
Onsite
Employment
Full Time
Experience
2-4 years
Compensation
$40.6K - $46.4K per year
Posted
2h ago
Summary and responsibilities
Role overview
Summary
The Aquarist I-III maintains and cares for a diverse range of marine and aquatic species at the ABQ BioPark. This role involves assisting curatorial and veterinary staff, performing various animal care activities, and utilizing SCUBA for in-tank animal care and exhibit maintenance.
Position Summary
Maintain and care for a variety of marine and aquatic species within the ABQ BioPark. Assist curatorial and veterinary staff as needed and perform a variety of activities relative to the assigned area of responsibility. Use SCUBA for in-tank animal care and exhibit maintenance.
These positions are part of the BioPark Training and Certification program.
This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Education directly related to the minimum requirements below may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
AQUARIST I ($19.51-$20.49/hr.)
High school diploma or GED; and Two (2) years of experience in any combination of the following areas:
marine biology
aquatic animal husbandry
aquaculture
Experience working in an Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited facility preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain within ninety (90) days from date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator’s Permit (COP) within 6 months from hire date.
Possession of a valid SCUBA diving certification within six (6) months from date of hire.
AQUARIST II ($20.59-$21.62hr.)
High school diploma or GED; and Three (3) years of experience in any combination of the following areas:
marine biology
biology
aquatic animal husbandry
aquaculture
Experience working in an Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited facility preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain within ninety (90) days from date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator’s Permit (COP) within 6 months from hire date.
Possession of a valid SCUBA diving certification within six (6) months from date of hire.
Must have completed Level 1 of the BioPark Training and Certification Program, or have 15 credit hours of college level work in marine biology, aquatic animal husbandry, biology or aquaculture.
AQUARIST III ($22.27-$23.32/hr.)
Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in marine biology, or aquaculture; and Four (4) years of experience in any combination of the following areas:
marine biology
biology
aquatic animal husbandry
aquaculture
Experience working in an Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited facility preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License or the ability to obtain within ninety (90) days from date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator’s Permit (COP) within 6 months from hire date.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.
Possession of an appropriate valid SCUBA diving certificate within (6) months from date of hire into position.
Must have completed Level 2 of the BioPark Training and Certification Program, or 15 credit hours of college level work in marine biology, aquatic animal husbandry, biology or aquaculture.
Working Conditions
Environmental:
Indoor, outdoor and underwater environments; work with a variety of domestic, exotic, aquatic animals and animal waste; work on slippery or uneven surfaces; exposure to chemicals and pesticides, noise, dust, heat, cold and inclement weather conditions.
Physical:
Ability to pass dive physical for SCUBA diving; basic eye-hand coordination; adequate manual dexterity; essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and occasional heavy, moderate, or light lifting.
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$40.6K - $46.4K per year
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City of Albuquerque
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Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
The City of Albuquerque is a municipal government entity responsible for various public services and facilities, including the ABQ BioPark, which falls under its Arts and Culture Department. The BioPark is dedicated to the care and exhibition of diverse marine and aquatic species.
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Aquarist I-III
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States • Full Time