Seasonal Zoological Specialist, Associate

SeaWorld Entertainment

Base: $20.50ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
Scuba certification required
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Comfort speaking to large crowds
This role supports training sessions for a wide variety of zoological animal areas and programs while performing daily husbandry tasks

Job Summary

  • This role supports training sessions for a wide variety of zoological animal areas and programs while performing daily husbandry tasks.
  • Ambassadors are expected to perform supportive speaking roles in education and engage with guests using behavioral modification techniques.
  • Employees enjoy free park admission, discounts on tickets and merchandise, and scholarship opportunities as part of the benefits package.

Matching Summary

This role supports training sessions for a wide variety of zoological animal areas and programs while performing daily husbandry tasks.

Salary

Base: $20.50/hr; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Free park admission; Discounts on food and merchandise; Scholarship opportunities

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • SCUBA certification required
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Comfort speaking to large crowds
  • Flexible schedule including nights weekends
  • Valid state driver's license

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for animals and conservation
  • Previous marine mammal training experience
  • Bird of prey experience preferred
  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Enthusiastic team player

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Biology preferred
  • Must be SCUBA certified and pass dive physical
  • Must complete CPR training/certification
  • Minimum age of 18 years old
  • Valid state driver's license required

Work Rights

Not specified

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