Aquarist

• Cares for the animals and documents all behaviors observed
• Participates in the feedings, which includes food preparation and record observations daily
• Inspects all tanks daily in regards to animal health
• Knows the names, quantity and location of all animals on display
• Checks the life support systems of the tanks each day
• Care and maintenance of all lab animals and tanks
• Assists the Head Aquarist in the supervision of interns and volunteers when asked
• Inter and intra-department communication
• Attends a daily curatorial meeting to report problems or concerns encountered in the tanks assigned to them and to receive task assignments
• Reports daily accomplishments, problems and concerns to the Head Aquarist
• Ensures that the service areas are kept clean and tools properly stored
• Participate in tours and presentations including, but not limited to Dive Link and School/Private Tours

• Diver certification
• Able to carry 50 pounds
• Knowledge of the common/Hawaiian names of fishes and inverts
• Pass a mandated dive physical annually
• CPR, 1st Aid, & AED certification
• and maintain current certification
• 4 year degree in Marine Biology or equivalent job experience
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening

Previous aquarium experience is preferred

• Unlimited daily aquarium access during normal business hours (employee, their children, spouse and immediate family members)
• Paid time off – accumulated based on hours worked (PT and FT benefit)
• Health insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
• Group Life Insurance and 401k retirement plan
• eligibility requirements apply
• F&B and Retail discounts
• some restrictions may apply