As the LLPA continues to grow we are adding a new position to our husbandry team! This position will oversee the care of the raptor mews and show animals as well as supervise assigned staff. Reporting to the Curator of AA, this position will assist the Curator in the development, implementation of policies and procedures relevant to the mews and raptor presentations and animal educational shows. This individual will also assist in orchestrating all aspects of animal care, including but not limited to; daily care, record keeping, husbandry, and enrichment, training, research implementation of balanced and nutritional diets, and medical procedures.

Institutional Summary:

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium provides learning opportunities for all levels, interests, and ages, with the mission to inspire people to explore, discover, and learn about Earth’s diverse ecosystems since 1997. Since opening its new facility in Draper in March 2014, the Aquarium has welcomed over eight million visitors and provided more than 650,000 educational experiences to students. Home to more than 4,000 animals representing 650 species, the Aquarium showcases ecosystems from around the planet including kelp forests, coral reefs, the deep ocean, Antarctic waters, Asian cloud forests, South American rain forests, and the waterways of our home state of Utah. Loveland Living Planet Aquarium has been accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums since 2019. With a new expansion currently under construction and slated for completion in 2025, LLPA will soon be the largest aquarium in the Mountain West, and 5th largest aquarium overall in the continental United States.

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This position is responsible for supervising, and coordinating the operations related to life support systems and environmental monitoring for all collection animals. This position will directly liaise with the Engineering Department related to the construction and maintenance of life support systems and equipment. Effective and responsible communication is essential as the position works directly with all animal departments and departments outside of Animal Programs to ensure optimal environmental conditions for all systems at the Fort Worth Zoo. This position may also help coordinate assigned activities and operations with other departments, divisions, outside agencies, and the public.

Become a lead member of our Exhibits team at Coral World Ocean Park in sunny St Thomas, US Virgin Islands.  We are looking for an experienced candidate that will carry out husbandry duties for the many animals and exhibits we offer to our guests.  This position requires attention to detail, time management skills, supervisory responsibilities and a positive attitude that can be shared with our visitors. The Senior Animal Welfare Specialist – Aquatics & Avian team member works directly under the supervision of the Assistant Curator of Exhibits.  This position is responsible for performing all aquarium husbandry and maintenance, cleaning, food preparation, and record keeping duties performed by the Aquarist 1 & Aquarist 2 positions.  In addition, the Senior AWS – Aquatics & Avian position assists the Assistant Curator in supervising the rest of the staff and monitoring the overall animal operation. The Senior AWS – Aquatics & Avian position is the senior staff member on-site when the Assistant Curator is unavailable and is responsible for making difficult animal husbandry and operational decisions in the supervisor’s place. This position is expected to use their extensive aquarium husbandry knowledge and experience to manage complex challenges and solve problems without assistance. The Senior AWS – Aquatics & Avian position must have strong customer service skills and is expected to handle customer-related problems when they arise. The Senior AWS – Aquatics & Avian is also expected to organize and lead all aspects of the aquariums’ development program. The Senior AWS – Aquatics & Avian position must display excellent leadership and communication skills and acts as both a mentor for the entire training staff and an objective voice for the Assistant Curator of Exhibits.

Become a member of our Aquarist team at Coral World Ocean Park in sunny St Thomas, US Virgin Islands. We are looking for an experienced candidate that will carry out husbandry duties for the many animals and exhibits we offer to our guests. This demanding job requires attention to detail, time management skills and a positive attitude that can be shared with our visitors.

The Life Support Systems Technician is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the life support systems for all aquatic exhibits, including those housing sea lions. This includes the operation and daily maintenance of water filtration systems, pumps, and other equipment to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the animals. Life Support Technicians at Coral World may also be involved in specialized habitat related projects.

The Level I Aquarist is a split position between the Freshwater and Saltwater departments, splitting their time evenly between departments.  Their primary responsibilities will be covering systems assigned for call outs, or managing other systems for the day.  In addition, to assist with group projects and activities, like shark feeds.  This person is responsible for providing the highest possible quality of care to the animals throughout the building, under the guidance of the Aquariums protocols and operational procedures.  This can include the set-up, maintenance and care of Exhibits and holding systems, preparing and dispensing diets, testing and maintaining water quality and record keeping.  The individual explores and stays up to date on the Natural history, environmental parameters, and husbandry requirements of the animals they are working with.  The individual assists others, and is engaged in seeking further knowledge and experience.

Performs aquatic animal husbandry in support of the Aquarium Science Program facility and curriculum under the supervision of the AQS Director.

We seek a dedicated individual who will take direction and receive support from the Maintenance Supervisor and Animal Life Support Lead and assist in maintaining all aspects of the Life Support and Maintenance Department at Newport Aquarium. Responsibilities will include a multitude of maintenance work including aquatic life support, water quality, closed system operations, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and other facility maintenance. The priorities for this position include attention to animal health, exhibit excellence, and visitor experience.

This position is for a mid-level technician responsible for monitoring and maintaining all of the equipment and infrastructure that is associated with live animal exhibits. Duties include performing routine maintenance on life support equipment, backwashing filters, conducting water changes and managing chemical additions to maintain the quality of the water. LSS Technicians are involved in the building of new systems and the replacement of LSS equipment.

Institutional Summary:

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium provides learning opportunities for all levels, interests, and ages, with the mission to inspire people to explore, discover, and learn about Earth’s diverse ecosystems since 1997. Since opening its new facility in Draper in March 2014, the Aquarium has welcomed over eight million visitors and provided more than 650,000 educational experiences to students. Home to more than 4,000 animals representing 650 species, the Aquarium showcases ecosystems from around the planet including kelp forests, coral reefs, the deep ocean, Antarctic waters, Asian cloud forests, South American rain forests, and the waterways of our home state of Utah. Loveland Living Planet Aquarium has been accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) since 2019. With a new expansion currently under construction and slated for completion in late 2024, LLPA will soon be the largest aquarium in the Mountain West, and 5th largest aquarium overall in the continental United States.

• You will maintain husbandry of fish and other aquatic life in aquarium exhibits, including preparing food and feeding animals. This role will involve providing proper aquarium maintenance, such as algae removal, display diving, aquarium decorating, preventive maintenance, pump replacement, etc. You will:
• Perform basic water quality testing, chemical additions, salt water make up, pH and temperature testing
• Utilize knowledge of aquarium husbandry techniques, including taxonomy, record keeping, aquarium filtration, aquarium theory, and emergency procedures
• Monitor aquarium health-related issues, including parasitic identification/treatment, and perform area quarantine procedures as needed
• Assist with animal collecting and repairs to aquarium filtration systems
• Answer guest questions concerning aquarium animals
• Provide animal transports, in park and out of park
• Follows proper park safety protocols and performs safety checks
• Communicate professionally and effectively with Ambassadors, vendors and our guests
• Perform other duties as assigned
• As a 365 day/year operation, candidates are expected to provide flexible availability to support year-round operating needs. This may include, but is not limited to, working opening, mid-day and closing shifts during peak and non-peak seasons, as well as weekends and holidays.