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Fort Worth Zoo //
Fort Worth, Texas //
Apply by: March 31, 2025

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.

Coral World Ocean Park //
St. Thomas, U.S. VI //
Apply by: January 15, 2025

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.

Coral World Ocean Park //
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands //
Apply by: January 15, 2025

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.

Coral World Ocean Park //
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands //
Apply by: January 15, 2025

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.

Loveland Living Planet Aquarium //
Draper, Utah //
Apply by: February 10, 2025

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.

Oregon Coast Community College - Aquarium Science Program //
Newport, OR //
Apply by: December 17, 2024

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

Newport Aquarium //
Newport, KY //
Apply by: January 15, 2025

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.

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The certification program is on course. The study guide was well done. I believe building confidence in that Level 1 operator through a certification program is the most important objective of AALSO. That Level 1 operator is the future AALSO.

AALSO membership and certification are two criteria I take into account when hiring new life support operators. I want all of the operators at our institution to become certified.

The certification program is great! I personally place a lot of value on this program, and hope to see it continue and expand.