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About this Zoo Specialist – Rescue (Senior 1) (Part-Time) role at United Parks & Resorts

United Parks & Resorts · Onsite · SeaWorld San Diego

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!

What you get to do:

  • Provide exceptional guest service, participate in educational presentations and answer guest questions
  • Prepare daily food rations for marine mammal areas
  • Perform daily feeding of the marine mammal collection and administration of daily animal medication and treatments
  • Maintain accurate feeding and observational records
  • Perform daily observations of animal exhibits and associated off exhibit areas
  • Maintain safe and sanitary living conditions for the animal collection, which may include daily SCUBA diving
  • Assist in large scale animal transports
  • Perform any other duties as requested by the supervisory staff

What it takes to succeed:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • At least 18 years old
  • Valid state driver’s license and ability to obtain a company driver’s license
  • SCUBA certified
  • At least 2 years zoological marine mammal experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to adapt to the constantly changing work environments such as new animal procedures and treatments

Desired Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a related field preferred
  • 2 years guest service experience preferred

What else is important:

  • Able to swim and work in/around water
  • Able to stand for long periods of time
  • Able to lift 50 pounds
  • Able to push/pull 100 pounds
  • Able to adapt to the constantly changing work environments such as new animal procedures and treatments
  • Comfortable with exposure to noise and vibrations
  • Able to work in all weather conditions and temperature extremes
  • Able to train on and properly use protective gear
  • Comfortable working around fumes/dust/odor
  • Able to work indoors/outdoors with or without A/C for entire shift
  • Available to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours; i.e. be able to work opening and closing shifts

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.


Compensation: 30.00 USD Annually


The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

  • FREE park admission
  • Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
  • Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
  • Scholarship opportunities
  • Exclusive employee events and giveaways
     

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

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About United Parks & Resorts

United Parks & Resorts is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. We’re also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We’re always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals for a variety of roles throughout our organization.

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