The Seas with Nemo & Friends Husbandry Associate (Seasonal)

The Walt Disney Company • Vista, FL

6d

About The Position

As a Husbandry Associate , you will be learning the technical aspects of professional aquatic animal care, acquiring the basic husbandry skills to perform routine tasks at The Seas with Nemo & Friends and The Land under the direction of Animal Care management and guidance of Senior Aquarists. This is a Casual Temporary or Seasonal role with no guarantee of weekly working hours, as hours will fluctuate based on business needs. If selected for this hourly, casual temporary position, you will report to the Zoological Manager.

Requirements

• Minimum one year paid work experience within an AZA Facility
• Ability to move 50 pounds
• Availability to work weekends, with flexibility to work other days as needed
• Strong communication and public speaking skills for guest engagement

Nice To Haves

• Previous AZA-accredited Aquarium experience
• CPR and First Aid certified
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Marine Biology, Biological Sciences, Zoology preferred

Responsibilities

• Learn and demonstrate proficiency in basic husbandry skills including but not limited to feeding/watering, medicating, shifting, containment, documentation, and observation
• Commit to creating positive and informative guest interaction opportunities, effectively interpreting your role to our guests
• Facilitate guest education on microphone and answer questions about manatees and aquatic conservation
• Work under close supervision with clearly defined procedures
• Learn and perform the basic runs and routines of an area/team focused primarily on a narrow scope of species or routines
• Exhibit positive leadership behaviors with peers and leaders

Benefits

• Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life.
• This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide.
• Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits

What This Job Offers

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