Biologist I, Part-Time Temporary
3 days ago
California Academy of Sciences, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, California, United States of America Req #196
About the Opportunity:
This temporary part-time aquatic position is responsible for providing general animal care, maintenance and support for the Steinhart Aquarium’s diverse living collection. This Aquatic Biologist position will provide husbandry support which can include fresh and saltwater aquariums, reptiles, amphibians, and plants. This 24 hour per week position is currently funded for 12 months.
Organizational Culture:
Join a team dedicated to the Academy’s mission, vision and values We are committed to ensuring diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion are intrinsic to Academy culture and operations, from recruitment and retention to science and advocacy. This position is based in San Francisco, California. Please do not apply if you are not able to work onsite. Candidates are required to have up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment, absent qualifying exemptions in accordance with applicable laws.
About the Aquarium Team:
The Steinhart Aquarium inspires Academy visitors and increases their understanding and appreciation of biodiversity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the general care and maintenance of fresh and saltwater aquariums, reptiles, amphibians, and plants.
- Provides daily husbandry care and exhibit maintenance including animal feedings, exhibit and back of house cleaning, health monitoring and environmental sampling.
- Participates in the animal enrichment and training program.
- Assists in animal treatments and procedures as required.
- Provides backup and support for areas assigned to other staff during their normal days off and holidays.
- Actively seeks further training with all taxa represented in the living collection.
- Assists in the acquisition of living specimens following the collection plan developed by Curators and Associate Director.
- Assists in the design and preparation of new display environments and exhibits.
- Trains and supervises volunteers.
- Effectively communicates to the Aquarium management and staff.
- Participates in Academy committees and work groups as needed.
- Becomes fluent in our animal data software program - ZIMS.
- Establishes and maintains positive, cooperative and effective working relations with fellow employees.
- Actively participates in a culture promoting trust, respect and accountability.
- When required, presents programs to the general public, media and in professional meetings.
- Conducts general tours of the Aquarium and its support spaces.
- Answers questions from the general public.
- Interacts with professional colleagues, guests, and the media in a professional manner.
- Follows all Academy and Aquarium safety regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Basic knowledge of essential animal care and welfare requirements.
- Basic knowledge of USDA and AZA standards for animal care and welfare.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Effective organizational and problem solving skills.
- Ability to work as a member of a team.
- Experience caring for exotic animals, aquarium fishes, invertebrates, plants, amphibians, reptiles, birds and/or mammals.
- Ability to complete CPR/AED/First Aid Certification.
- Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
- Ability to read and write documents such as departmental protocols and safety rules.
Physical Environment: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The employee must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs, perform repetitive motions, climb stairs and ladders, and swim.
Compensation and Benefits:
The hourly rate for this position is $27.07. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience. Further details regarding compensation and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.
Schedule: Temporary Part-time currently funded for 12 months, 24 hours per week with a schedule of Friday-Sunday, 8am-5pm.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
This position will close November 28, 2024 at 9 PM . Review of applications will begin as soon as the position is closed.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please upload your resume, cover letter, and complete the brief online application.
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