Zoological Specialist - Birds (Part-Time, Hourly)

Entertainment Places; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free park admission

Ticket/Pass discounts for family and‑/

Park discounts on food, merchandise

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events

Job summary

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment in San Diego seeks Ambassadors to care for the park's avian collection and engage guests with informative demonstrations. The role emphasizes feeding, health monitoring, safety, and educational outreach, with opportunities to develop public-speaking skills.

Candidates should be 18+, hold a valid driver’s license, and have a high school diploma; college backgrounds in psychology, zoology or biology are a plus.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license and able to drive SeaWorld vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Provide proper nutrition and sanitary living conditions for the avian collection.
• Perform daily husbandry tasks including vitamins/medications and food prep.
• Give guest and educational presentations; support public shows to develop speaking skills and stage presence.
• Maintain detailed records and assist with veterinary treatments and shipments as needed.

Skills

Public speaking

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

College background in psychology/biology/zoology

Job description

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. We’re seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors.

Job Overview:

Enthusiastically represents SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment by displaying a positive attitude, maintaining a high level of energy and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job. Provide for proper nutrition, appropriate and sanitary living conditions, and constant care for our park animals. These positions safely fulfill duties in animal/guest interactions, animal training, husbandry, enrichment, general public presentations, and research. Responsible for all aspects of daily care of the avian collection in the section to which assigned.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform daily husbandry tasks including administration of vitamins and medications as directed, food preparation, maintaining a safe and sanitary working area for all animal habitats as directed by area leadership.
• Responsible for daily care of the avian collection in the area to which assigned.
• Responsible for guest, personal, and animal safety by developing and awareness of the behavioral precursors of potentially harmful behavior by both animals and people.
• Make daily observations of animals and report any abnormalities to staff supervisor and team.
• Maintain all animal records, equipment, area responsibilities, and communication requirements on a daily basis.
• Provide and maintain a work environment that follows the established guidelines and safety procedures set by the department and park.
• Function as an ambassador by displaying consideration, tolerance, cooperation, open communication, and reliability.
• Maintain a consistent attitude, motivation, and ability to accept feedback.
• Perform all supportive roles as directed in education and general public shows to develop speaking skills and stage presence.
• Provide proactive guest service through guest interactions a responding to guest inquiries.
• Assist guests and trainers in preparation of and educational aspects during interaction programs.
• Learns avicultural skills, bird biology and natural history through on-the-job training and independent study.
• Learns mechanical systems and husbandry protocols.
• Diet preparation and feeding; monitors food intake.
• Inventory and observation of birds; acts on observations.
• Maintains detailed and legible records.
• Cleans, maintains, and enhances exhibits and support areas.
• Assists with veterinary treatments and procedures including administering topical, oral, and injectable medications, capture, restraint and caring for salvage birds.
• Assists with in-house moves and shipments out of the park; sets up crates.
• Sets up for breeding season.
• Monitors nests, eggs, and chicks in exhibits.
• Monitors progress of eggs in incubator.
• Hand-rears chicks.
• Gives presentations to guests on avian management and natural history.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with Ambassadors, Vendors, and our Guests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Occasionally assist other locations and areas in the park as needed.

Qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age.
• Have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Able to meet all the requirements to drive SeaWorld vehicles.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• College background in psychology, zoology or biology is a plus.

Compensation:

20.50 - 25.00 per hour, contingent on professional zoological animal care experience at an AZA or equivalent facility

As a 365 day/year operation, candidates are expected to provide flexible availability to support year-round operating needs. This may include, but is not limited to, working opening, mid-day and closing shifts during peak and non-peak seasons, as well as weekends and holidays.

The perks of the position:

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways

EEO Statement:

EEN Employer: SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

Company Culture:

United Parks & Resorts is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. We’re also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We’re always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals for a variety of roles throughout our organization.