Marine Biologist

POSITION TITLE: Seasonal Marine Biologist

REPORTS TO: Senior Team Lead

SUPERVISES: N/A

EXEMPT OR NON-EXEMPT: Non-exempt

PERCENTAGE OF FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT: 100%

PERMANENT/SEASONAL/TEMPORARY: Seasonal

LOCATION: On-Site

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:

• Safely assist with eco-boat tours and participate in fish population inventories and data collection.
• Attend off-site festival events and assist with community outreach event preparation.
• Perform other duties relating to the organizations goals and mission as required.
• Complete other tasks and projects as assigned

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Narrate at minimum the Sea Life Safari tour with staff supervision by the end of the on-the-job training seasonal duration.
• Train and act as First Mate onboard eco-boat tours as needed.
• Monitor equipment and notify Senior Team Leads and above of any issues.
• Maintain equipment and supplies in good working order.
• Attend all staff meetings and trainings as assigned.
• Conduct off-site presentations and hotel tabling as scheduled.
• Conduct kayak programs as scheduled.
• Engage in special events held at the Aquarium and specialized boat tours.
• Assist with the creation of educational programming from concept, objectives, lesson plan to implementation.
• Assist with the care and maintenance of the Animal Ambassadors.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• College degree in Life or Environmental Sciences, Biology, Marine Science, Zoology, Environmental Public Policy, Conservation or related major preferred.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, or Prezi, virtual learning content development.
• Evening, weekend, and holiday hours required.
• Flexible schedule as days and times schedule vary and days off are not guaranteed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including interpersonal skills, working well independently and with teams.
• Demonstrate strong organization and time management skills to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines; analytical and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
• Valid Florida Driver License
• Experience working with the public in a formal or informal learning setting (i.e. zoo, aquarium, museum, science center or classroom)
• Knowledge of Florida ecosystems and wildlife.
• Experience with public presentations and excellent public interactions skills.
• Experience with various types of presentation equipment.
• GIS experience a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to withstand various weather conditions, including extreme weather (heat, cold, wind, rain) - frequently

• Ability to climb stairs - frequently
• Ability to drive a boat and lift and pull nets - frequently
• Ability to drive CMA vehicles - frequently
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. - occasionally

Clearwater Marine Aquarium reserves the right to revise job descriptions or work hours as required.

All job requirements are subject to change to reflect the evolving position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to which will be required in this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State Laws).

A statement of "seasonal" position is not a guarantee of employment. It simply means the role has a set end date, typically at the end of the summer season. In Florida, employment is "at-will" by default, meaning either party can terminate the relationship at any time for any legal reason and as such continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Clearwater Marine Aquarium participates in E-Verify, please view the Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Notice of Right to Work.