Aquarist

Marineland Dolphin Adventure Aquarist

Aquarists will work with a diverse team responsible for the implementation and evaluation of husbandry practices, routines, and protocols for daily animal care. The Aquarist position is a high energy job that requires attention to detail, strong communication skills, excellent guest engagement, and collaboration with the entire Marineland Dolphin Adventure team. In addition, Aquarists will work with all departments to achieve exhibit/education goals, participate in staff education/training, as well as meeting personal and team goals and objectives.

• Learn and implement the husbandry and exhibit goals and standards for the collection at Marineland, including but not limited to: teleosts, elasmobranchs, corals, invertebrates, and reptiles
• Learn and implement the daily operational requirements of the staff, animals, and exhibits of responsibility
• Prepare and administer appropriate nutrition and enrichment to meet specific animal needs
• Test and maintain excellent water quality for all exhibits
• Assess animal behavior and health and report abnormalities
• Keep detailed records of animals and systems
• Participate in training, development, and review process for individual development and enrichment
• Work with Aquarist and LSS team to maintain the highest quality staff and exhibits
• Interface effectively with other departments to maintain the highest quality standards
• Foster working relationships with other departments and institutions
• Keep current on best practices to properly understand and maintain animals within area of responsibility
• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned

Four-year degree in biology or related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a four-year degree at the discretion of MDA.Knowledge of general animal husbandry techniques across a broad range of topics (animal nutrition, behavior, training, diseases, etc.)Experience in public programs preferred.

Working knowledge of life support operation and water quality control for maintaining relevant animals.

Strong team skills.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Valid State of Florida driver’s license, or the ability to obtain one.

Valid passport, or the ability to obtain one.

Proficiency with Personal Computer (P.C.) hardware and contemporary software including Microsoft Office Products.

Please email your cover letter and resume to

Marineland Dolphin Adventure

9600 N Ocean shore Blvd

Saint Augustine, FL 32080