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Mississippi Aquarium
Marine Mammal Trainer II
POSITION SUMMARY
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists in the daily care and behavioral conditioning of bottlenose dolphins, North American river otters, and other taxa as needed
Maintains a superior level of professionalism while performing primary/key roles in daily guest presentation and interaction programs
Interacts with guests and crew members in a positive and professional manner
Assists Senior Animal Care Specialists with the development and implementation of dynamic animal training projects and programs that serve to enhance animal care, animal management, guest experience, and Aquarium public relations
Actively participates in the progression of animal training goals and standards for MSAQ under the direction/supervision of Senior Marine Mammal Trainers and management, including training new behaviors
Possess great knowledge of cetacean and mustelid natural history, individual animal histories and husbandry
Able to identify all animals in assigned animal areas and observe any possible abnormalities
Assist with the developmental goals of Marine Mammal Trainers 1, Assistant Marine Mammal Trainers, and Seasonal Marine Mammal Trainers
Understand all area safety guidelines
Attend all seminars and all tests required
Play a key role in maintaining the highest standards in the areas of husbandry/cleanliness, diet preparation, record keeping, 24-hour animal observations, and facility maintenance
To perform other duties as workload necessitates, regardless of time, day, or location
Lead training sessions and may be asked to take on the responsibilities of a Senior Marine Mammal Trainer in their absence
Perform the execution of all poolside interactive programs and presentations
QUALIFICATIONs:
A four-year degree in aquatic sciences, zoology, biology, psychology preferred
Two or more years of full-time animal care experience from an accredited AMMPA or AZA institution, or equivalent, required
Certified SCUBA diver
Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening, SCUBA dive physical, and area swim test
Record-keeping experience, preferably with the TRACKS system
Detailed understanding of the biology, behavior, and natural history of marine mammals, with an emphasis on cetaceans, mustelids and other taxa as needed
Detailed knowledge of operant conditioning and positive reinforcement animal behavioral conditioning techniques
Excellent observation and communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills and ethics that generate and sustain a positive team atmosphere and professional environment
A valid driver's license and the ability to travel if necessary
Ability to work weekends, holidays, days closed due to inclement weather
Experience in preparing and conducting public educational programs
Able to lift a minimum of sixty (60) pounds
Strong command of the English language, both written and verbal
TEAM REQUIREMENTS
Safety & Security - All Team Members are required to adhere to all Mississippi Aquarium safety and security standards.
Attendance & Appearance - To maximize the guest's experience, all Team Members are required to adhere to Mississippi Aquarium standard operating procedures regarding attendance and dress code policies as it relates to individual job functionality. Tattoos and piercings must be appropriate and in keeping with a professional image. Depending on the work area, management reserves the right to determine that tattoos will need to be covered during your shift.
Sales & Guest Services - Our forward-thinking business model requires listening and understanding the needs of our guests both internal and external. To that end, we must always be focused on the guest experience which is the key driver for return guest visitation and increased sales.
Team Partnership - All Team Members are focused on supporting each other to complete the guest experience. Therefore, supporting, facilitating, and participating in activities that promote team effectiveness is vital to our organization.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Note: Position will involve exposure to inclement weather, dust, potentially dangerous and unpredictable animal species, and potentially dangerous machinery, restraint devices and toxic chemicals and/or drugs. Occasional use of protective clothing or equipment is required e.g., goggles, mask, gloves, and gowns.
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Mississippi Aquarium
Gulfport, MS
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