Aquarist/keeper 1

DISCOVERY PLACE INC•Charlotte, NC

20h•Onsite

About The Position

At Discovery Place, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we fuel your passion for science and the natural world by delivering awe-inspiring exhibits and educational programs. Our immersive experiences captivate, challenge, and empower audiences of all ages, sparking a spirit of discovery and lifelong learning. We hope to forge a future where science catalyzes, creating boundless opportunities, fostering hope, solving complex problems and driving positive change across the globe. We’re looking for driven, talented individuals who share our passion for making an impact and having fun while doing it. General Summary: Assists in the daily care and maintenance of the living collections and their life support systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field from a four-year college or university; or one to two years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, coworkers, and the general public.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, Internet browsers, and animal record keeping systems database software.
Must have a valid NC Driver's license.
Regularly lift and /or move up to 25 lbs, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 lbs.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell.
Able to swim and operate a submersible air regulator.
Comfortable working with all basic hand tools.
Able to climb a 30-foot ladder and work comfortable working at heights of up to 40 feet.
Uphold the mission, vision and values of the organization.
Strive to provide exceptional service through four core values: uncommon courtesy, the pursuit of personal excellence, teamwork and inclusion.
Value the diversity of opinions and intellectual thought and encourage an environment where employees can share ideas openly.

Nice To Haves

Preferred PADI or equivalent SCUBA certification.
Preferred CPR and First Aid training.

Responsibilities

Prepares and dispenses animal diets for all exhibits and program animals.
Maintains specifically assigned exhibits and animals in accordance with established procedures and under the guidance of the Director, Living Collections and Exhibitions.
Assists in planning and implementing improvement projects of area exhibits.
Collects and analyzes biological data to determine environmental effects of livestock on their corresponding life support systems.
Maintains backup areas in accordance with established procedures and under the guidance of the Director, Living Collections and Exhibitions.
Provides support for educational programs in the Rainforest/Aquarium area.
Assists in Aquarium Feed programs.
Provides assistance for floor volunteers.
Prepares Rainforest program animals for use in live shows.
Provides care for all live exhibits including the wet lab, Explore More Life lab and any exhibition that features living organisms.
Prepares biological specimens of plant and animal life for use as instructional aids.
Supervises and trains volunteers and interns in the above tasks.
Provides input for evaluation of curatorial assistant volunteers and interns.
Monitors and assists educational staff in preparation for live shows.