Aquarium Operations Manager

2 weeks ago


Key West, United States Historic Tours of America Full time

JOIN OUR KEY WEST AQUARIUM FAMILY

Position Summary

The Operations Manager is responsible for providing oversight of the departments in the aquarium. In doing so, this position ensures the execution of the Aquariums operational procedures and policies and the day-to-day care of the animals and exhibits. This position requires the ability to lead, motivate, and manage others and promote a harmonious workplace.

Employee Benefits

  • Competitive pay and paid training: $70-75k
  • All FT Employees are eligible for 2 weeks of paid vacation time as well as company sponsored health and wellness plans
  • All FT, PT and Seasonal employees are eligible for:
    • Paid sick time
    • 401K plan with company matching*
    • Flexible schedules, including a combination of weekdays and weekends are available
    • Fun, upbeat work environment with various award and recognition celebrations throughout the year
    • Teladoc - 24 hr. access to doctor by phone or computer for employee and their dependents. Employer pays 100%
    • Discounts in retail stores and free admission to all company attractions

Operating tours, attractions and retail in Boston, Key West, Nashville, San Diego, St. Augustine, Savannah, San Antonio, and Washington, DC since 1980

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*Eligibility requirements may apply

Essential Functions

  • Oversee and assist in the daily management of the practical and logistical needs of various operations within the Aquarium (collection planning, exhibit design, manager on duty, etc.)
  • Manage supervisors and their employees in achieving goals; plan and organize workloads and staff assignments/schedules. Participate in the hiring, training, and reviewing processes of staff.
  • Assist the Community Outreach Supervisor with developing programming
  • Ensure water quality testing is being done correctly, timely, and documented by the Aquarist Supervisor team.
  • Assist the Aquarist Supervisor in researching and preparing diet for the animals and that their nutrition needs are met.
  • Assisting with Aquarium life support systems (LSS), to ensure the most professional, effective, and successful animal exhibits
  • Assisting in monitoring animal exams for illness detection, injury, or disease, and checking physical characteristics and arranging for veterinary care.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocations, leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
  • Ability to make a budget, determine how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
  • Must have effective oral and written communication skills in English, including the ability to clearly express thoughts to others and exchange information and to complete required paperwork correctly.
  • Demonstrate group presentation skills and ability to conduct meetings.

Qualifications

  • Biology/Zoology or Environmental Science degree or Business Management related college degree or work experience preferred.
  • Prior 3 to 5 years management experience required.
  • Valid Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record for past three years.

Successful candidate must undergo a drug test and a background search



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