Coral Conservation Aquarist (Part-Time)

Blank Park Zoo; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines, Iowa is seeking a Coral Aquarist to care for a diverse collection of threatened corals as part of the AZA SAFE Florida Reef Tract Rescue Project. The role supports freshwater and saltwater species, conservation initiatives, and public education while maintaining aquarium systems and water quality.

As a member of the Aquatics team, you will supervise interns and volunteers, assist with treatments under veterinary guidance, and engage visitors with accurate

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of coral experience in the zoo field.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

• Preparing diets and distributing food according to feeding schedules.
• Monitoring and maintaining water quality to a high standard.
• Assisting with administration of medications and treatments according to established procedure and veterinary instructions.
• Supervising FRTRP interns, volunteers and/or temporary keepers.
• Serving as a customer service liaison through daily contacts with visitors providing information and answering questions.
• Completing all FWC and BPZ record keeping associated with FRTRP.

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines, Iowa is seeking a Coral Aquarist to care for a diverse collection of threatened corals as part of the AZA SAFE Florida Reef Tract Rescue Project. The role supports freshwater and saltwater species, conservation initiatives, and public education while maintaining aquarium systems and water quality.

As a member of the Aquatics team, you will supervise interns and volunteers, assist with treatments under veterinary guidance, and engage visitors with accurate