Temporary Animal Care & Education Specialist

Conservation Maven; South Carolina, United States, Northern America, Americas; Hybrid; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Job summary

Edisto Beach State Park in Edisto Island, South Carolina, is seeking an Animal Care Specialist for a temporary position. You will maintain the well-being, feeding, and care of collection animals, manage enclosures, and assist with daily park operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in biology or related field or equivalent experience; knowledge of saltwater aquariums and animal husbandry is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience or knowledge of saltwater aquariums and animal husbandry preferred.
• Ability to lift, walk on uneven terrain, and work outdoors in variable weather.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and insure the well-being, feeding and care of collection animals and daily care of enclosures.
• Clean and sanitize quarantine areas around holding tanks and animal equipment.
• Maintain records of all animals in care and prepare animal diets or other food substances.
• Assist in requisition and record-keeping of food and supplies.
• Support other facility maintenance tasks including classroom, conference room, exhibit hall, restrooms and surrounding areas.
• Assist the Interpreter at the Environmental Learning Center and provide park administrative support as needed.
• Maintain a safe work environment and provide excellent customer service to park visitors.
• Interpret the cultural and natural resources of the State Park Service to visitors.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Job description

Edisto Beach State Park in Edisto Island, South Carolina, is seeking an Animal Care Specialist for a temporary position. You will maintain the well-being, feeding, and care of collection animals, manage enclosures, and assist with daily park operations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in biology or related field or equivalent experience; knowledge of saltwater aquariums and animal husbandry is preferred.