AQUARIST I (Full-Time-Grant Funded)
This position is funded by a grant with funding guaranteed through March 31, 2026. The role may be extended based on funding availability.
Role & Level/Grade: P1/3
Department: Aquarium
Reports to: Curator of Animal Husbandry/DSO
Summary: Provides assigned specimens with excellent day-to-day care through approved husbandry practices; keeps exhibits, reserve tanks, support equipment, and workspaces well maintained to Museum standards; responsible for monitoring animal health, water quality, and accurate recordkeeping; coordinates animal health issues with supervisors and veterinarian; administers treatments and quarantine procedures; interacts with guests in a positive manner ensuring they have a great experience; participates in the acquisition/disposition, transport, and acclimation of specimens; participates in the design, construction, and maintenance of exhibits and reserve tanks, including life support material and equipment, as assigned. Fully accountable for animals and systems under care in assigned areas. Will be responsible for providing coverage for other areas as assigned. The aquarist works collaboratively throughout the Museum in a creative environment and contributes to the efficient operation of the department. This position works a schedule set by the supervisor and may encompass non-traditional days and hours and may be asked to report to work for animal care emergencies.
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical requirements stated represent those necessary for an individual to fulfill the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made for qualified individuals with disabilities, ensuring equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move from 50 to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to work in high and low/ places. Work is performed both indoors and in outdoor settings. Outdoor work is subject to temperatures up to 100 degrees, rain, humidity, and sun. Work will also be conducted on a boat with the same outdoor conditions already listed.
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