St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station
Biologist Trainer I
The St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station is currently looking for an energetic and dynamic Biologist Trainer 1 to join our team. This role will be responsible for the day-to-day husbandry and wellbeing of the ambassador animals within the Aquarium, with a specific focus on operant conditioning.
As a Biologist - Trainer I, you will be responsible for using operant conditioning to facilitate guest engagement opportunities through public presentations with the facility’s wide variety of animals.
Roles & Responsibilities
· Undertake daily operations to ensure highest level of safety, courtesy, education, efficiency, and operational readiness at all times.
· Train animal behavior and provide enrichment activities.
· Public presentations and interactive programs consistent with the facility’s philosophy and procedures.
· Maintain positive representation to professional agencies and institutions.
· Compliance with health and safety standards in accordance with local municipality, state and federal rules and regulations.
· Provide animal care and ensure habitats meet compliance of facility specific policies and procedures.
· Maintain up-to-date electronic records on animal health, training sessions, enrichment, water quality, system maintenance, and system checks, as necessary.
· Monitor, identify, and communicate any animal health concerns.
· In collaboration with Guest Experience Department and the Aquarium Foundation, ensure habitats and programs engage, educate, and entertain diverse audiences.
· Work closely with the Aquarium Foundation to ensure volunteers and educators provide exemplary guest service and engagement.
· Perform daily dive requirements.
· Other duties as assigned.
Skills & Experience
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Full-time, paid experience in zoological animal husbandry with emphasis on operant conditioning, educational presentations, and interpretive guest engagement.
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SCUBA Diver certification required.
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First Aid, Emergency O2, and CPR/AED certifications required.
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Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline required.
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Competency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
How to Apply
Click the link to apply: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=21968&clientkey=DA34931F6397DE8D5D0065FB29973607
St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station
St. Louis, MO
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