Biologist I F&I

All Career • Camden, NJ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a key member of the animal care team, you will work closely with Senior Biologists and Curatorial staff to carry out daily husbandry routines and maintain a designated group of exhibits and holding tanks. This role is guided by two core priorities: ensuring the highest standards of animal health and delivering an exceptional visitor experience.

Requirements

• 1-2 years (3-4 years without a degree) of full-time experience working with animals in a zoo or aquarium institution, with an emphasis on animal care and maintenance of exhibit and holding areas.
• A proven track record of consistently high performance.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which will include weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• A valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Ability to travel when necessary, usually not to exceed 2-4 weeks at a time.
• Ability to respond to emergencies on an on-call basis.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screening.
• Capable of performing strenuous and heavy physical labor.
• Ability to remain on feet for long periods, climb stairs, bend, and stoop.
• Allergies related to animals or plants, which might interfere with the ability to work, must be controlled by medications or protective equipment
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to safely perform the job.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in biology or a related field is preferred; may be substituted with 3-4 years of full-time experience at a zoo or aquarium with specific knowledge of closed fish systems.
• A certification from a recognized S.C.U.B.A. training organization is preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide for the needs of all animals in assigned areas by doing regular daily feedings, maintaining water quality through the operation of individual life support systems, and administering treatments as directed by supervisors.
• Maintain exhibit quality standards through regular maintenance and cleaning activities.
• Keep the work area clean and organized and report mechanical failures to supervisors in a timely way.
• Assure appropriate records are kept on all husbandry, training, enrichment and water testing activities, including daily care, animal health, acquisition/disposition, and moralities.
• Conducts collecting activities when needed, including capture, transport, acclimation, and quarantine.
• Research and suggest upgrades, enhancements, and changes to exhibit systems to supervisors.
• At the direction of the supervisor, interacts with and responds to public/media requests for information.
• Participates in aquarium-related education, public relations, and membership programs, including facility tours and lectures.
• Help design and construct new exhibit life support systems.
• Cross-train with other staff within Husbandry and Animal Health Services.
• Comply with safety and security directives, policies and procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Salaried $49,000 a year.
• Comprehensive benefits plan through Cigna.
• 401(k) and Profit-Sharing Plan after 3 months of service
• Eligibility to participate in GROW U – our fully-funded and tuition assistance education programs.
• 2 weeks’ vacation, 1-week personal time, 1-week sick time, 8 paid holidays; all based on a full calendar year
• Free admission and 24 General Admission tickets annually, to be used by family and friends
• Complimentary tickets to local attractions when available
• 30% Discount at our Retail and Photo areas, as well as in-house food vendors
• Training and development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree