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MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
WHAT YOU’LL GET:
And most of all, you can expect to work hard and make a difference in our world by helping to bring families closer together.
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Newport Aquarium, one of the many properties owned by Herschend Enterprises, prides itself on creating memories worth repeating. Our Core Values – greatly exceeding guest expectations, serving others, creating emotional connections, and constantly improving – give us purpose and guidance.
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Description
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plays integral role in Commissary and animal diet preparation
- Assist Animal Care Biologists with essential daily tasks
- Primary focus will be assiting with herp and bird teams
- Reports to the Assistant Curator
- Keeps support areas clean, organized and safe
- Complies with all SOPs pertaining to daily operations and safety
- Maintains records in accordance with protocols or as directed
- Cross-trains with other staff within the department: fresh and saltwater systems, reptiles, amphibians, and penguins.
- Promotes conservation, animal welfare, and good stewardship in daily tasks
- Shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday: 8am to 2pm
- A fourth-year student studying toward a four-year degree in aquatic sciences, biology, or related field (school schedule must accommodate minimum work requirements throughout school terms); or graduate; or equivalent successful work experience in aquaculture and/or animal husbandry
- Husbandry experience acceptable from employment or internships/volunteering at a public aquarium, aquaculture facility, zoo, or school biology department activities. Advanced hobbyist experience is acceptable with demonstrated disease identification, isolation, and treatment planning
- Strong interpersonal skills and ethics that generate and sustain a positive team atmosphere and professional environment
- A valid driver’s license
- Certification from a recognized S.C.U.B.A. training organization highly desired
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays
- Performs other related duties as assigned by Curator and/or Assistant Curator
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening and SCUBA dive physical (if applicable)
- In good health and capable of performing strenuous and/or heavy physical labor
- No history of allergies related to animals or plants, which might interfere with ability to work
- Ability to remain on feet for long periods of time, climb stairs, bend and stoop
- No impairment of sight, smell, hearing, touch, balance and agility of movement which might interfere with ability to work
- Physical strength, including the ability to lift up to 25 pounds
- Immunocompetence (possible exposure to infections and parasitic disease)
WHAT YOU’LL GET:
- Profit Sharing and 401K Plan with company match
- Free entrance for you and your dependents which extends to most Herschend Enterprises’ properties
- Earn 1 General Admission complimentary ticket, that you can give to anyone, per pay period
- Discounts at Sharky’s Café, Sweet Dreams Candy Company, and the gift shop
- Discounted tickets and annual passes for friends and family
- Training and development opportunities
And most of all, you can expect to work hard and make a difference in our world by helping to bring families closer together.
Looking to pursue your education without debt? Grow U has hundreds of programs available from certifications to college prep to associates, bachelor's, and master’s degrees. Most of these programs are fully funded. Learn more at: https://www.newportaquarium.com/Careers/Benefits/GrowU
Newport Aquarium, one of the many properties owned by Herschend Enterprises, prides itself on creating memories worth repeating. Our Core Values – greatly exceeding guest expectations, serving others, creating emotional connections, and constantly improving – give us purpose and guidance.
Qualifications
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Skills
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Preferred
Interpersonal Skills
Some Knowledge
Communication Skills
Some Knowledge
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Behaviors
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Preferred
Detail Oriented
: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Team Player
: Works well as a member of a group
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Motivations
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Preferred
Self-Starter
: Inspired to perform without outside help
Ability to Make an Impact
: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
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Education
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Experience
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Licenses & Certifications
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Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.