Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Technician I–II

Jekyll Island; Saint Simons (GA); Sur place; USD 26 000 - 29 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health Insurance

Vision & Dental Insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Résumé du poste

Jekyll Island Authority is seeking a Rehabilitation Technician I or II to manage daily operations of the GSTC pavilion, oversee life support systems, and supervise staff, interns, and volunteers. The role includes on-call duties for rescues and emergencies, public education, and maintaining accurate records.

Eligible candidates may hold a bachelor’s degree in zoology/biology/animal science with relevant exotic animal experience, and aLife Support Operator certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in zoology, biology, animal science or related field with three years of exotic animal experience.
• Five years of related experience with three years in husbandry for a zoo/aquarium/rehab facility.
• Certified AALSO Life Support Operator with Life Support Systems expertise.

Responsabilités

• Lead day-to-day pavilion operations and oversee life support systems.
• Feed, medicate, and monitor GSTC animals; maintain quarantine protocols and records.
• Train staff, interns, and volunteers; supervise volunteers in Pavilion and Commissary.
• Provide on-call support for rescues and emergencies 1–2 days per week; extended hours as needed.
• Engage in public outreach, tours, and educational programming for visitors.

Connaissances

Flexible schedule

Valid driver’s license

On-call readiness

Record keeping

Team supervision

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in zoology/biology/animal science or related field with 3 years experience

High school diploma with 5 years related experience including 3 years husbandry

Certified AALSO Life Support Operator

Description du poste

Jekyll Island Authority is seeking a Rehabilitation Technician I or II to manage daily operations of the GSTC pavilion, oversee life support systems, and supervise staff, interns, and volunteers. The role includes on-call duties for rescues and emergencies, public education, and maintaining accurate records.

Eligible candidates may hold a bachelor’s degree in zoology/biology/animal science with relevant exotic animal experience, and aLife Support Operator certification.