Sea Turtle Rehab Tech I/II - Hands-On Care

Jekyll Island, Georgia Vacation, Conservation, and Education Destination; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision

Dental

Life Insurance

Spouse/Child Life Insurance

AD&D

Critical Illness

Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts (health, mo

Paid vacation and sick leave accrual

12 Paid Holidays

Parking pass

Amenity pass

GSEPS Retirement benefits (pension + 4

Job summary

Jekyll Island Authority seeks a Rehabilitation Technician I or II to lead daily animal husbandry and life-support operations at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center. You will train staff, interns and volunteers, oversee pavilion and exhibits, and ensure accurate records and water quality management.

Role includes on-call duties, potential extended hours, and involvement in educational programs and public tours as part of a broader stewardship of sea turtle rehabilitation and conservation.

Qualifications

• Flexible schedule including weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• On-call for emergencies as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on leadership in animal husbandry and life support systems.
• Train staff, interns and volunteers; maintain records up to date.
• Oversee pavilion and commissary operations; monitor water quality.
• Plan daily/weekly objectives for animal care and rehabilitation.
• Participate in rescue response and veterinary procedures as needed.
• Engage in public outreach and educational programming.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Valid driver's license

On-call emergencies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in zoology, biology, animal science, or related field

High school diploma or equivalent + 5 years related experience

Job description

Jekyll Island Authority seeks a Rehabilitation Technician I or II to lead daily animal husbandry and life-support operations at the Georgia Sea Turtle Center. You will train staff, interns and volunteers, oversee pavilion and exhibits, and ensure accurate records and water quality management.

Role includes on-call duties, potential extended hours, and involvement in educational programs and public tours as part of a broader stewardship of sea turtle rehabilitation and conservation.