Newport Aquarium Exhibits Interpreter - Part-Time Year-Round
About The Position
The Newport Aquarium is seeking a Part-Time Year-Round Exhibits Interpreter. This role involves demonstrating strong interpretive skills and utilizing various techniques through programming. The interpreter will facilitate proper guest interactions with ambassador animals in interactive tanks and conduct programs following a set outline. A key aspect of the role is presenting information to large groups of guests, both formally and informally, using a microphone, and enthusiastically sharing facts and conservation messaging in inspiring and meaningful ways. The position requires strong customer service, interpersonal skills, self-motivation, discipline, and reliability. The interpreter must adhere to Herschend Enterprises' Core Values and Newport Aquarium Operations Standards, Policies and Procedures, and Safety Protocols to ensure safe and efficient guest services operations. Other duties may be assigned by the Operations Leadership Team.
Requirements
- Must have strong public speaking skills.
- Must possess a fun, dynamic, and friendly personality.
- Must read, write, and speak the English language.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule which may include weekends, holidays, and evenings.
- Successful completion of pre-employment background check.
- No history of allergy related to animals or plants, which might interfere with ability to work.
- Ability to remain stationary for long periods of time.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of other languages is a plus.
- Knowledge of marine life is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate strong interpretive skills and utilize various interpretive techniques through programming.
- Facilitate proper guest interactions with ambassador animals housed in our interactive tanks.
- Conduct programs following a set outline.
- Present information to large groups of guests in both formal and informal settings, with the use of a microphone.
- Enthusiastically share facts and conservation messaging with guests in inspiring and meaningful ways.
- Demonstrate strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Work independently, be self-motivated, disciplined, and reliable.
- Perform and adhere to 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 401K Plan with company match
- Free entrance for you and your dependents which extends to most Herschend Enterprises’ properties
- Earn 1 General Admission complimentary ticket, that you can give to anyone, per pay period
- 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
- Fully funded education programs through Grow U (certifications, college prep, associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
