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Discovery Cove•Theme Park

Zoological Specialist, Sr.

Location

Orlando, Florida, United States

Work type

Onsite

Employment

Part Time

Experience

1+ years

Compensation

Compensation not disclosed

Posted

53m ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

This role involves maintaining the husbandry of fish and other aquatic life in aquarium exhibits, including food preparation, feeding, and comprehensive aquarium maintenance. The specialist will perform water quality testing, monitor animal health, assist with animal transports, and interact with guests, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.

What you get to do:

  • Maintain husbandry of fish and other aquatic life in aquarium exhibits, including preparing food and feeding animals.

  • Provide proper aquarium maintenance, such as algae removal, display diving, aquarium decorating, preventive maintenance, pump replacement, etc.

  • Perform basic water quality testing, chemical additions, salt water make up, pH and temperature testing.

  • Utilize knowledge of aquarium husbandry techniques, including taxonomy, record keeping, aquarium filtration, aquarium theory, and emergency procedures.

  • Monitor aquarium health-related issues, including parasitic identification/treatment, and perform area quarantine procedures as needed.

  • Assist with animal collecting and repairs to aquarium filtration systems.

  • Answer guest questions concerning aquarium animals.

  • Provide animal transports, in park and out of park.

  • Follows proper park safety protocols and performs safety checks.

  • Communicate professionally and effectively with Ambassadors, vendors and our guests.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

What it takes to succeed:

  • At least 18 years of age.

  • High school diploma.

  • Have 18 or more months of experience in a similar public aquarium setting.

  • Knowledge of food preparation and feeding techniques.

  • Bachelor’s degree in marine science or related field preferred.

  • SCUBA certification.

  • Valid driver’s License.

  • Strong communication, math, guest service and multitasking skills.

What else is important:

  • Able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs.

  • Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights, if needed.

  • You will perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing).

  • Able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat.

  • Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors and cold/heat temperature extremes.

  • Will perform cleaning duties; including use of cleaning chemicals.

  • Will work flexible schedules/hours based on business needs, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays.

  • Flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities.

  • As a 365 day/year operation, candidates are expected to provide flexible availability to support year-round operating needs. This may include, but is not limited to, working opening, mid-day and closing shifts during peak and non-peak seasons, as well as weekends and holidays.

Updated 53m ago

Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Aquarium Husbandry • 1+ yrs
Water Quality Testing • 1+ yrs
Aquarium Filtration • 1+ yrs
Parasitic Identification/Treatment • 1+ yrs
Record Keeping • 1+ yrs
Communication • 1+ yrs
Guest Service • 1+ yrs
Multitasking • 1+ yrs

Experience

1+ years

Certifications

SCUBA certification • Required
Valid driver’s License • Required

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Operations

Industries

Wildlife & Conservation

Employment

Part Time

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

Compensation not disclosed

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodYearly

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationOrlando, Florida, United States
Work typeOnsite
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleMedium • 6/10
physicalHigh • 9/10
cognitiveMedium • 7/10
executionHigh • 8/10
creativityLow • 4/10
uncertaintyMedium • 5/10
communicationMedium • 7/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

Discovery Cove

Team size

Growing team

Location

Orlando, Florida, United States

At Discovery Cove Orlando, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!

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Zoological Specialist, Sr.

Orlando, Florida, United States • Part Time