Aquarist

CHILDREN'S AQUARIUM DALLAS

AQUARIST

THE CHILDREN'S AQUARIUM OF DALLAS IS CURRENTLY TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR EXPERIENCED AQUARISTS!!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Undertake daily operations within the Animal Care Department to ensure highest level of safety, courtesy, education, efficiency and operational readiness at all times.

• In collaboration with the Director, analyze sales figures, customer satisfaction and market trends to anticipate needs and recommend strategies and products to meet revenue and guest expectations.

• Maintain positive representation to professional agencies, institutions and various committees.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards in accordance with local municipality, state and federal rules and regulations.

• Supervise animal care and ensure habitats meet compliance of facility specific policies and procedures.

• Perform duties in order to reduce loss/waste, control costs and accurately communicate expenses.

• Proactively assist in the implementation of new habitats and educational opportunities in order to maximize revenues and guest experience.

• Maintain up-to-date electronic records on animal health, water quality, system maintenance, system checks and stock reports.

• Monitor and identify animal health concerns, disease diagnosis and water quality concerns.

• Communicate to the Directors, Animal Care Supervisor, Veterinary and water quality staff any animal health concerns to develop and implement a care and treatment plan.

• Compliance of all policy and procedure documents.

• Assist in emergency situations to minimize damage, loss or injury to guests, team members, animals or company property.

• In collaboration with Guest Experience Department, ensure habitats and programs engage, educate and entertain diverse audiences.

• Work closely with the volunteers and educators provide exemplary guest service and engagement.

• Perform daily dive requirements.

• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous working experience with freshwater species, coral, jellyfish and reptiles preferred.

• PADI Rescue Diver or equivalent preferred.

• First Aid, Emergency O2, and AED certification preferred.

• Degree in wildlife/marine biology or relevant work experience required.

• Background in fresh and saltwater aquariums, reptiles, amphibians, birds or small mammals required.

• Experience in the care of flora and fauna in a public aquarium setting preferred.

• Competency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong listening, presentation and decision-making skills.

Experience Required

2+ years in a public aquarium

How to Apply

Please use this link to apply directly on our website!!

https://zooceanariumgroupllc.applytojob.com/apply/I7H2YW0UZX/Aquarist

CHILDREN'S AQUARIUM DALLAS

1462 1st Ave

DALLAS, TX 75210

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