Keeper II - Endotherms

Reports To: Curator of Birds and Mammals

Compensation: Starting at $18/hour

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Loveland Living Planet Aquarium (LLPA) is a mission‑driven institution dedicated to inspiring people to explore, discover, and learn about Earth’s diverse ecosystems. Founded in 1997, the Aquarium provides impactful educational experiences for guests of all ages and backgrounds.

Since opening its Draper, Utah facility in 2014, LLPA has welcomed more than 10 million visitors and delivered over 650,000 educational experiences to students. Home to over 4,000 animals representing 650 species, the Aquarium features immersive habitats from around the world, including coral reefs, kelp forests, the deep ocean, Antarctic waters, tropical rainforests, Asian cloud forests, and Utah’s freshwater ecosystems.

Accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) since 2019, LLPA is in an exciting phase of growth. With the opening of the Sam and Aline Skaggs Science Learning Center, the Aquarium became the largest in the Mountain West and the fifth largest aquarium in the continental United States, offering expanded opportunities for education, research, and professional impact.

The position requires a dedicated individual who will take direction from the Lead Keeper, Area Assistant Curator, Area Curator, and/or Director of Husbandry in carrying out the operations of the mammal, reptile and avian exhibits of the aquarium, including all aspects of animal husbandry, exhibit maintenance and holding area management. The position will participate in and assist with the development of mammal, reptile and bird training programing, which will consist of behavioral demonstrations presented to the public on a scheduled basis by the trainers.

The position will also be responsible for maintaining organized written records pertaining to health, feeding, water quality and behavioral observations.

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related field is required (3-4 years of full time mammal or avian training experience at a zoo or aquarium may be considered in lieu of a degree) with specific knowledge of animal husbandry and behavioral conditioning
• 2-3 years (5+ years without a degree) of experience working with animals in a zoo or aquarium setting is required. Emphasis should be on animal care and exhibit and holding area maintenance. (Domestic pets do not count)

• Possess a valid driver’s license and obtain a Utah driver’s license within 6 months of hire date
• CPR/First Aid certification to be obtained upon employment
• Must possess, or being willing to obtain upon hire, current negative TB test results
• Open Water SCUBA certification
• Must have demonstrated discipline and have a history of a consistently high degree of work quality
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which will include weekends and/or evenings, and holidays
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and TRACKS
• Must have…