Wild Animal Keeper — Marine Mammals & Birds

Wildlife Conservation Society; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 43 000 - 53 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Wildlife Conservation Society seeks a Wild Animal Keeper for the New York Aquarium's Marine Mammals and Birds division. You will maintain living conditions, provide nutrition, observe animals daily, and support health, enrichment, and conditioning programs to promote welfare and safety for both animals and guests.

The role requires SCUBA certification, a BS degree or equivalent experience, and the ability to work weekends, holidays, and special events.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• At least 2 years of practical experience with aquatic animals.
• SCUBA certification is required.
• Ability and willingness to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and events.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and provide proper feeding/nutrition per protocol.
• Make daily animal observations and report abnormalities.
• Maintain knowledge of animal health, behavior, and enrichment.
• Develop and apply animal conditioning and training techniques.
• Ensure safety for staff and guests during interactions.

Conhecimentos

SCUBA certification

Weekend work flexibility

Formação académica

Bachelor’s of Science degree or equivalent experience

2+ years aquatic animal experience

Ferramentas

Life support systems

Filtration knowledge

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Wildlife Conservation Society seeks a Wild Animal Keeper for the New York Aquarium's Marine Mammals and Birds division. You will maintain living conditions, provide nutrition, observe animals daily, and support health, enrichment, and conditioning programs to promote welfare and safety for both animals and guests.

The role requires SCUBA certification, a BS degree or equivalent experience, and the ability to work weekends, holidays, and special events.