Miami Seaquarium - Wildlife Keeper II - 320

A Wildlife Keeper at Miami Seaquarium will be responsible for the care and display of Tropical Birds, Manatees and Sea Turtles living in exhibits throughout the park.

Requirements

• Ensure all work environments are safe and any safety concerns are reported immediately.
• Maintain open and professional communication with departments that interface with the Aquatics Department.
• Ensure a quality experience and accurate information given during presentations and guest encounters by active participation and feedback to the team.
• Uphold the highest standards of courtesy and conduct.
• Respond to all animal and operational emergencies as required.
• Responsible for all tasks in assigned exhibit. Including keeping up with maintenance and husbandry schedules.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of animal care including diets, water preferences, scientific nomenclature, range, habits, and compatibilities. Apply this knowledge to the exhibits and animal collection.
• Assist in training keepers in all areas of animal care and operations.
• Perform mentoring responsibilities as assigned for new keepers and teach them assigned tasks.
• Assist management with administrative tasks such as scheduling, ordering supplies and payroll.
• Participate in exhibit projects such as renovation, repairs or modifications.
• Participate in on site animal procedures and moves.
• Demonstrate proper small animal restraint and handling techniques.
• Administer prescribed medical treatments as directed by veterinarian and curator.
• Apply animal training techniques to improve the health and welfare of the animal collection, and to meet program needs.
• Perform roles in animal interactions including Bird interactions, Penguin Encounter and other encounters as assigned, ensuring an excellent guest experience and safety.
• Provide accurate and informative interpretations of animal exhibit to guests by performing formal and informal discussions and/or tours.
• Provide and develop species specific enrichment items.
• Represent Miami Seaquarium at industry conferences by presenting work that contributes to the aquarium and zoological industry.