Job Title:Rehabilitation Technician I or II Department / Division:Georgia Sea Turtle Center / Amenities Status:Regular, Full-time Employee Pay:$18.75 - $21.25 (DOQ) Reports to:Rehabilitation Program Manager Benefits: Health Insurance, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Spouse/Child Life Insurance, AD&D, Critical Illness, Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts (health, dependent). Paid vacation and sick leave accrual. 12 Paid Holidays. Parking pass. Amenity pass. Retirement: Employee Retirement System of Georgia (GSEPS) Retirement benefits include a pension plus a matching 401(k) Closing date: 4:00pm Monday November 16, 2026. *Note: This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. To apply, submit Resume AND Cover letter with a completed application. Incomplete applications or applications without accompanying documents when required will not be considered. Jekyll Island is dedicated to maintaining the delicate balance between nature and humankind through conservation, education, and preservation. Surrounded by salt marshes, expansive oceanfront, and ancient maritime forests, it is situated within the chain of the Golden Isles and just a few miles from St. Simons Island, Sea Island, and Brunswick. As a State Park, Jekyll Island is a coastal haven where nature and humans peacefully co-exist. Job Summary: Under general direction and well-defined objectives and guidelines, the Rehabilitation Technician I or II provides “hands-on” leadership through knowledge of the disciplines of husbandry care and life support systems with a strong understanding of sea turtle rehabilitation. The Rehabilitation Technician I or II is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the pavilion, including training of staff, including interns and volunteers, the duties of animal husbandry, water quality, and life support systems, animal observation, overseeing and maintaining assigned areas (i.e., commissary and pavilion), and ensuring that all records are up to date and complete. Responsibilities include planning and daily/weekly objective settings related to all aspects of animal husbandry care for the GSTC patients/animal residents. Description:
Qualifications: Applicants who do not meet Rehabilitation Technician II qualifications may be considered for Rehabilitation I; position requirements are listed below. Pay ranges are as follows: Rehabilitation Technician I $18.75-$20.25 (DOQ), Rehabilitation Technician II $20.25-$21.25 (DOQ).
Rehabilitation Technician II Qualifications:
Rehabilitation Technician I Qualifications:
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:
This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job. Still, it is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be assigned occasionally. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. Applicants who complete the online application process will receive an email receipt of submission to the email address provided. The applicant may contact Human Resources at 912-635-4024 for verification if the email confirmation is not received. However, we cannot provide information on application status after receipt due to the volume of applicants accepted. Applicants who need assistance to accommodate a disability may request an accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 912-635-4024. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Incomplete applications or applications without accompanying documents when required will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the selection process. Successful completion of background checks is required including credit when applicable to the position. Relocation expenses are not authorized; applicants should consider this when applying. Jekyll Island Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Authority supports equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. The Jekyll Island is a Drug-Free workplace. |
| Location | Georgia |
| Website | https://www.jekyllisland.com/authority/careers/job-openings/ |
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