Pinniped Care Lead — Assistant Curator (Marine Mammals)

Moss Interactive, LLC; Powell (OH); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is seeking an Assistant Curator, Pinnipeds to lead care and management of pinniped collection, develop staff, promote animal wellbeing, and support conservation initiatives while delivering memorable guest experiences. This role requires a high school diploma, a bachelor’s in Life Sciences, 10 years of marine mammal experience, and proven leadership.

You will supervise daily care, training, nutrition, veterinary coordination, and staff development within the Wild

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related field.
• Ten (10) years of marine mammal experience, preferably pinnipeds.
• Experience leading and managing a work team; minimum one year preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Curator of Wild Encounters and Zoo leadership in daily area operations, including scheduling, staff coordination, training, evaluations, mentoring, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Assists with implementing area-specific procedures, projects, and animal wellbeing best practices in alignment with professional standards.
• Under the Curator's guidance, contributes to protocol development, collection planning, and external professional associations.
• Leads staff in animal training and the delivery of educational and engaging guest experiences.
• Supervise the daily care, husbandry, training, enrichment, nutrition, and overall management of the pinniped collection.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is seeking an Assistant Curator, Pinnipeds to lead care and management of pinniped collection, develop staff, promote animal wellbeing, and support conservation initiatives while delivering memorable guest experiences. This role requires a high school diploma, a bachelor’s in Life Sciences, 10 years of marine mammal experience, and proven leadership.

You will supervise daily care, training, nutrition, veterinary coordination, and staff development within the Wild