Aquarist I-III: SCUBA-Certified Marine Care Pro

City of Albuquerque, NM; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Albuquerque invites qualified candidates to join the ABQ BioPark as Aquarist staff across I–III levels. Responsibilities include caring for diverse marine species, supporting curatorial and veterinary teams, and performing in-tank maintenance with SCUBA gear.

Applicants must meet education and experience requirements, possess valid NM driver’s license, and complete the BioPark Training and Certification program as applicable. This is a safety sensitive role with testing requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; two years of experience in marine biology, aquatic animal husbandry or aquaculture.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and care for a variety of marine and aquatic species in the ABQ BioPark.
• Assist curatorial and veterinary staff as needed in daily tasks.
• Perform in-tank animal care and exhibit maintenance using SCUBA.

Skills

SCUBA diving

AZA experience

Aquarium husbandry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in marine biology or aquaculture

Tools

None

Job description

The City of Albuquerque invites qualified candidates to join the ABQ BioPark as Aquarist staff across I–III levels. Responsibilities include caring for diverse marine species, supporting curatorial and veterinary teams, and performing in-tank maintenance with SCUBA gear.

Applicants must meet education and experience requirements, possess valid NM driver’s license, and complete the BioPark Training and Certification program as applicable. This is a safety sensitive role with testing requirements.