Oregon Coast Aquarium · Oregon · posted today
JOB SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Curator the Aquarist is directly responsible for all activities relating to the daily care of one or more animal galleries. The Aquarist is responsible for all aspects of animal care including feeding, health assessment, exhibit and/or system design, construction, and maintenance. He or she is also responsible for animal collection in the natural environment using acceptable methods. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Participates in the daily cleaning, feeding, and husbandry of the animals under their care in accordance with standards set by the Curator. Assures normal operation and maintenance of exhibit and holding life support systems. Participates in specimen collection and transport as needed. Assists in safe boating operations. Reports unusual conditions or illnesses in the animals and assists, when trained and appropriate, in their treatment. Monitors exhibit water quality and performs water quality analysis as necessary and appropriate. Maintains all written and computer records relating to gallery inventories. Works with other Aquarium functions as needed and appropriate, such as volunteer training, assisting with promotional events, and writing newsletter articles. Positively and accurately represents the Aquarium in presentations and tours given to media, staff, and visitors. Demonstrates a continued interest in advancements in the aquarists field. Performs other duties as assigned. The above accountabilities represent work performed by this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific accountability will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related to or a logical extension of the position. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: This position has no supervisory responsibilities over paid staff, but will supervise and/or coordinate the activities of students (ex: job shadows and OCCC Practicum). KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Minimum levels): A degree in biology or zoology related field is preferred. The incumbent must have substantive experience working with captive fish and invertebrates or fisheries biology. Knowledge of Northwest aquatic life is preferred. A scuba diving certification with cold water experience is preferred. Knowledge of aquarium systems, biology, and health assessment and subsequent treatment are required. Knowledge of and ability to use computers and standard, commonly accepted computer programs are required. Ability to work under limited supervision, both independently and in a team environment is essential. Good communication skills and the ability to make short presentations to visitor and volunteer groups is required.
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