Biologist
0871 - Golden Nugget Las Vegas
Job Description
SUMMARY:
It is the responsibility of the Biologist to be aware of all aspects of the Life Sciences Department. This includes maintaining all department protocols, adhering to policies and fulfilling daily responsibilities concerning the care and maintenance of the animal collection.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology (or related field) preferred.
• Prefer 3 years of experience working in a public aquarium with teleost and/or elasmobranch species. (Pay rate to be determined by experience level.)
• Must be SCUBA certified with a minimum of 50 logged hours of dive time. (Advanced certifications preferred.)
• Must represent Golden Nugget in a professional manner with all guests.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Professional Animal Care
• Perform daily routine as scheduled.
• Maintain accurate and informative daily animal records.
• Prepare daily diet preparation for animal collection.
• Perform daily water quality testing of all exhibits.
• Assist Curator / Life Sciences Manager with medical treatments and husbandry procedures as needed.
Communication
• Conduct yourself in helpful and respectful manner with all guest interactions.
• Participate in various public presentations, with or without animals.
• Communicate any animal related or other concerns to Curator / Life Sciences Manager.
• Interact with dignitaries, professionals, special guests, VIPs or tours as directed.
Department Management
• Observe and help maintain department areas (and those not normally your responsibility) as directed.
• Report supply needs to Curator / Life Sciences Manager.
• Assure exhibit "readiness" for opening in absence of Curator / Life Sciences Manager.
• Make frequent daily rounds to evaluate cleanliness of work area/ equipment and safety concerns.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Ability to SCUBA dive daily.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, administrative, multi-tasking, organization and prioritization skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written), fluent English and articulate.
• Ability to work efficiently, independently and consistently producing quality results.
It is the responsibility of the Biologist to be aware of all aspects of the Life Sciences Department. This includes maintaining all department protocols, adhering to policies and fulfilling daily responsibilities concerning the care and maintenance of the animal collection.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Biology (or related field) preferred.
• Prefer 3 years of experience working in a public aquarium with teleost and/or elasmobranch species. (Pay rate to be determined by experience level.)
• Must be SCUBA certified with a minimum of 50 logged hours of dive time. (Advanced certifications preferred.)
• Must represent Golden Nugget in a professional manner with all guests.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Professional Animal Care
• Perform daily routine as scheduled.
• Maintain accurate and informative daily animal records.
• Prepare daily diet preparation for animal collection.
• Perform daily water quality testing of all exhibits.
• Assist Curator / Life Sciences Manager with medical treatments and husbandry procedures as needed.
Communication
• Conduct yourself in helpful and respectful manner with all guest interactions.
• Participate in various public presentations, with or without animals.
• Communicate any animal related or other concerns to Curator / Life Sciences Manager.
• Interact with dignitaries, professionals, special guests, VIPs or tours as directed.
Department Management
• Observe and help maintain department areas (and those not normally your responsibility) as directed.
• Report supply needs to Curator / Life Sciences Manager.
• Assure exhibit "readiness" for opening in absence of Curator / Life Sciences Manager.
• Make frequent daily rounds to evaluate cleanliness of work area/ equipment and safety concerns.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Ability to SCUBA dive daily.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, administrative, multi-tasking, organization and prioritization skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written), fluent English and articulate.
• Ability to work efficiently, independently and consistently producing quality results.
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Peter Dickinson
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