Zoological Specialist, Sr. (Wild Arctic)

Seaworld Entertainment • Orlando, FL

306d

About The Position

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team! This role supports training sessions for a wide variety of zoological animal areas and programs. You will perform daily husbandry tasks, including administering vitamins and medications as directed, preparing food, and maintaining a safe and sanitary working area for all animal habitats.

Requirements

• Able to demonstrate strong verbal communication skills and enthusiastically share a passion for animals and conservation with our guests.
• Must be comfortable speaking to large groups of people on stage during presentations.
• Proficient in talking on a microphone to large crowds of guests.
• SCUBA certified and have the ability to pass a dive physical.
• Able to complete provided CPR training/certification.
• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Biology, or a related field preferred.
• Previous Marine Mammal Training and or Bird of Prey experience preferred.
• At least 18 years old.
• A valid state driver's license and be able to obtain a company driver's license.
• Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat.
• Ability to perform extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as kneeling, squatting, bending, reaching overhead, and fine hand manipulation tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience at an AZA or equivalent facility.
• Professional zoological animal care experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily husbandry tasks, including administering vitamins and medications as directed.
• Prepare food and maintain food storage.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary working area for all animal habitats.
• Observe animals and report any abnormalities to supervisor and team.
• Maintain all animal records and equipment.
• Perform supportive speaking roles in education and general public presentations.
• Proactively engage with guests and respond to guest inquiries.
• Work with animals using behavioral modification techniques as instructed.

Benefits

• FREE park admission.
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends.
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree