South Carolina Aquarium · South Carolina · posted today
Job Summary: This position is designed to be an ambassador for the Aquarium through a variety of on-site and off-site educational programs. Duties include participating in offsite outreaches, member programs, supporting daily education and interpretive programs and engaging with guests. Essential Functions: • Adhere to the South Carolina Aquarium Policies • Provide an exceptional visitor experience for all guests • Engage guests through daily shows, guided tours, and gallery interpretation • Participate in outreach programs • Assist and deliver educational programs in partnership with other departments and community groups. • SCA 1st Responder • Other duties as required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Outstanding interpretive skills • Ability to adjust for the dynamic needs of audiences of all ages • Must be able to deliver interpretive programs in engaging and effective ways to groups of 10-200 people • Skills needed to combine creativity, enthusiasm, and exemplary teaching methods to engage visitors in science related activities • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal • Willingness to foster a growth mindset by celebrating the effort to improve as professionals, conservationists and community members • Ability to maintain a sense of humor • Must be able to handle live animals • Adhere to uniform and personal appearance policy • Must have a working knowledge of Aquarium exhibits and animals • Ability to work weekends and evenings Licenses and Certifications Required: • Valid Driver’s License • First Aid, CPR, and AED – Required to either possess or obtain prior to start date Supervision of others: • N/A Physical Requirements: Often standing, carrying up to 50 lb and driving, sitting; average walking, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing ladders, kneeling, balancing, pushing and pulling, crawling, computer and phone tasks. Working Conditions: Normal office environment, public contact, rotating shifts, weekends and required to wear a radio; outdoor work required.
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