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:
- You will maintain husbandry of pinnipeds and other aquatic life in exhibits, including preparing food and feeding animals. You will:
- 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
- Follows proper park safety protocols and performs safety checks
- Communicate professionally and effectively with Ambassadors, vendors and our guests
- Perform other duties as assigned
What it takes to succeed:
- At least 18 years of age
- High school diploma
- Minimum of 2 years' experience with pinnipeds or related species
- Knowledge of food preparation and feeding techniques
- Bachelor’s degree in marine science or related field preferred
- SCUBA certification
- Valid driver’s License
- Strong communication, math, guest service and multitasking skills
What else is important:
- Able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
- Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights, if needed
- You will perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)
- Able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat
- Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors and cold/heat temperature extremes
- Will perform cleaning duties; including use of cleaning chemicals
- Will work flexible schedules/hours based on business needs, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays
- Flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities
- Position level and Compensation rate will be contingent on professional zoological animal care experience at an AZA or equivalent facility.
- Level is determined through review and assessment of applicable experience by Zoo leadership.
- Experience required for each level is detailed below:
Associate:
- Entry level position
Specialist:
- Minimum of 12 months (2,080 hours) professional zoological experience
Senior:
- Minimum of 2.5 years (5,200 hours) professional zoological experience
Senior 1:
- Minimum of 5 years (10,400 hours) professional zoological experience
- 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.
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
