Marine Mammals Systems Assistant 1 04255 LBYD Federal

North Wind Group • Kings Bay, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Marine Mammal Systems Assistant I supports 24/7 operations and works closely with veterinary and biotechnology staff to provide care for marine mammals. Duties include administering vitamins and medications, providing appropriate diets, performing routine medical procedures, and developing and maintaining husbandry behaviors tailored to individual animal needs. The role supports animal care and training for marine mammal projects, including working sessions, diving operations, fish house operations, and operation of watercraft. Travel with animals for extended periods anywhere in the world may be required, potentially to harsh or risky locations, with as little as 72 hours’ notice. The position is based in Kings Bay, Georgia, and requires travel of 0–25%.

Requirements

• One of the following qualification paths: a bachelor’s degree in Marine Biology or a related field, basic open-water scuba certification, and at least one year of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent, basic open-water scuba certification, and at least one year of animal-training experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent, basic open-water scuba certification, and at least one year of experience, plus operational and navigation experience on small boats (40 feet or under) and a USCG operator of uninspected passenger vessels/6-pack license (46 CFR 10.467) or higher, or U.S. Navy Coxswain certification, and experience using maritime navigation devices.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Must pass a swim and dive test and have basic scuba certification.
• Must work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must be committed to project, team-member, and animal safety and to following safety policies and procedures.
• Must be able to obtain a government security clearance before starting; U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must successfully pass a swim test and dive physical.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pull oneself out of the water onto deck and boat platforms without a ladder.
• Must pass the Maritime Vessel Operation Color Blind Test as directed by the contract.
• Must be physically qualified to perform dive operations.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, squat, climb, kneel, talk, and hear.
• Must be able to stand or walk for extended periods and spend extended periods aboard a water vessel in different sea states.

Nice To Haves

• Animal-training experience.
• Advanced scuba certifications, such as dive master, instructor, commercial diver certification, or first- or second-class Navy Diver classification.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Routinely monitor and observe animal behavior and wellness, and report findings to onsite personnel.
• Conduct animal working sessions, including body inspections and assessments of behavior and health.
• Engage animals in sessions to rehearse and execute multiple behaviors in open water.
• Record information about each session and the animal’s performance.
• Feed animals and administer food supplements.
• Assist with basic animal husbandry.
• Provide diving support for operations, including enclosure inspection and maintenance.
• Support fish house operations by preparing individually formulated rations for each animal.
• Operate a variety of watercraft.
• Perform tasks related to the care and training of marine mammals for specific projects.
• Deter nuisance animals while following established processes and procedures.
• Travel with animals for extended periods, potentially anywhere in the world and to harsh or risky locations, with up to 72 hours’ notice.
• May be trained as a designated secondary handler for specific animals.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, and life insurance options.
• Disability insurance.
• Paid leave.
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees.
• Professional development and training opportunities, including North Wind University.
• Formalized mentorship program.
• Health and wellness program.
• Employee service awards program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level