Facility
The Florida Aquarium
Closing Date
[jobclosingdate]
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Biologist 2 is responsible for husbandry for the area(s) to which they are assigned. This specific position is expected to play a primary role in caring for and managing The Florida Aquarium’s reptile and amphibian collections. This includes the care and maintenance of terrestrial and aquatic exhibits, disease recognition and treatment, life support system operation and species identification and knowledge. They are expected to operate with minimal supervision and serve as a mentor to their coworkers, specifically regarding reptile and amphibian husbandry.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS
Exhibit, maintain and further develop a broad knowledge base on the proper husbandry of amphibians and reptiles
Experience working with large, dangerous reptiles in both free and protected contact settings
Experience with reptile and amphibian quarantine, holding, reproduction and rearing preferred
Performs husbandry duties of daily animal care including but not limited to preparing food, feeding animals, and cleaning animal habitats
Prioritizes human and animal safety foremost when handling large terrestrial and/or aquatic animals
Ensures accurate animal record keeping through consistent utilization of electronic record keeping systems
Applies knowledge and identifies issues with terrestrial and/or aquatic habitat and life support systems
Maintain AZA inspection readiness for exhibit, service, holding, and backup areas
Interacts with aquarium guests, donors and team members in a positive and professional manner.
Assures behavior consistently meets the FLAQ values of Respect, Trust and Excellence
Initiates and executes exhibit improvements and modifications independently
Initiates and executes behavior shaping plans for aquatic and terrestrial animals with proficiency
Identifies and solves obstacles with projects and tasks in a team setting
Conducts complex work processes without supervision
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS
Experience with venomous reptile handling procedures preferred
Maintains tools and equipment necessary for the care of the collection
Assists in maintaining husbandry SOPs
Works with volunteers and interns within scope of position
Participates in meetings with curators, biologists and other aquarium departments
Represents the aquarium at selected professional development opportunities
Initiates and executes presentations and reports independently
All other duties as required
Education and Pre-requisites
Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a facility working with aquatic and terrestrial organisms, including but not limited to birds, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, fishes, and plants
Four-year degree in biology or related field; equivalent professional experience may be considered
Knowledge of habitat requirements, including life support systems and water quality parameters for aquatic and terrestrial species
Knowledge of animal record keeping systems (Tracks) preferred
Knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
SCUBA certification required
Must be willing and able to obtain a valid State of Florida Driver’s License
Flexibility in working weekends, evenings, and holidays
Compensation and benefits
Not specified.
Application instructions
Please visit our career website via this link https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=67bfed39-352a-407e-bb98-1ee7787db55a&ccId=19000101_000001&type=MP&lang=en_US