Marine Mammal Trainer
4 weeks ago
Marine Mammal Trainer
The Marine Life Sea Lion Trainer is a skilled animal care professional responsible for observing and applying animal behavior modification techniques to create a sustainable environment for the sea lions. This role also assists in creating educational experiences for all Marine Life guests.
Key Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate extensive knowledge on the feeding and husbandry requirements for California Sea Lions.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for the sea lions.
- Apply Operant Conditioning Training techniques to promote desired behaviors.
- Train medical behaviors with the Sea Lions.
- Develop and maintain presentations and interactive behaviors with the Sea Lions.
- Assist in developing and maintaining training programs to ensure industry guidelines and government regulations are adhered to.
- Deliver educational and conservational messages about the facility and animals during public presentations.
- Maintain animal and animal care staff safety through health and safety policies and protocols.
- Assist with organizing and overseeing computer programs and record keeping.
- Train staff in non-voluntary handling and behavior techniques.
- Assign daily job tasks according to operational requirements.
Desired Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of paid work experience in Animal Behavior Modification and Operant Conditioning applied to sea lions.
- Secondary school diploma or equivalent.
- Thorough familiarization with operation of a CAZA or AZA facility, including knowledge and understanding of modern animal husbandry techniques.
- Previous experience with public speaking, customer service experience, and effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office with the ability to easily learn different software programs.
- Must be able to swim and rescue SCUBA diver level certification from an internationally recognized institution is desirable.
Terms of Employment:
- This is a permanent, full-time position that requires flexible availability for days, weekends, and holidays.
- The wage for this position is $23.00 per hour.
- Must be able to speak and write in English.
- This position works in a busy mall environment primarily at attractions and in a classroom setting.
- This individual is required to interact successfully with guests and children of all ages.
- The position requires some city traveling to deliver educational courses.
- Must be able to carry 50lb.
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
- Must be able to pass a basic security clearance.
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