Newport Aquarium Exhibits Interpreter - Part-Time Year Round [S]

All Career • Newport, KY

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About The Position

The Exhibits Interpreter uses interpretive skills and a variety of techniques to deliver programs and facilitate appropriate guest interactions with ambassador animals in interactive tanks. The role presents information to large groups in formal and informal settings, including through a microphone, and shares facts and conservation messages in an engaging, meaningful way. The interpreter provides strong customer service, works independently with discipline and reliability, and follows Herschend Enterprises’ Core Values and Newport Aquarium’s operational standards, policies, procedures, and safety protocols. Other duties may be assigned by the Operations Leadership Team.

This is a part-time, year-round position with a flexible schedule that may include weekends, holidays, and evenings. Friday through Monday availability is sought, especially Saturdays. The role requires standing or remaining stationary for extended periods and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds. A pre-employment background check is required.

Requirements

• Strong public speaking skills.
• A fun, dynamic, and friendly personality.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends, holidays, and evenings; Friday through Monday availability is sought, especially Saturdays.
• Ability to remain stationary for long periods of time.
• Physical strength and ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
• No history of animal- or plant-related allergies that might interfere with the ability to work.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of other languages.
• Knowledge of marine life.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong interpretive skills and use a variety of interpretive techniques through programming.
• Facilitate proper guest interactions with ambassador animals housed in interactive tanks.
• Conduct programs according to a set outline.
• Present information to large groups in formal and informal settings, using a microphone.
• Enthusiastically share facts and conservation messaging with guests in inspiring and meaningful ways.
• Demonstrate strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Work independently while being self-motivated, disciplined, and reliable.
• Follow Herschend Enterprises’ Core Values and Newport Aquarium Operations Standards, Policies and Procedures, and Safety Protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Leadership Team.

Benefits

• 24 hours of sick PTO annually.
• Profit sharing and a 401(k) plan with company match.
• Free admission for the employee and dependents at most Herschend Enterprises properties.
• One complimentary general admission ticket per pay period to give to another person.
• Discounts at Sharky’s Café, Sweet Dreams Candy Company, and the gift shop.
• Discounted tickets and annual passes for friends and family.
• Training and development.
• Grow U education programs, many of which are fully funded, ranging from certifications and college preparation to associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed