Island Aquarist/Relief Animal Programs Manager - Bahamas

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Perform duties of Animal Program Manager as relief when Manager is on break
• Under the direction of the Animal Programs Manager, perform husbandry procedures of the aquatic animal collections at Castaway Cay in the Bahamas
• Perform disease diagnosis, diet preparation, animal feeding and cleaning of animal facilities
• Assist Animal Programs Manager in all aspects of the Castaway Cay Ray’s Stingray Adventure guest programs
• Perform informal and formal presentations to Disney Cruise Line guests on Castaway Cay
• Partner with various teams on Castaway Cay to ensure great guest service
• Assist in supervising and training the guest program Stingray Facilitators
• Integrate the Disney Five Keys Basics and seven service guidelines into daily assignments

Basic Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent
• Knowledge of marine life behavior, physiology, general biology, nutritional requirements and reproductive needs
• Proven guest/public interaction and presentation skills
• Proven strong analytical skills
• Proven strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven attention to detail, accuracy and consistency
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and to be on time for scheduled shift and presentation times
• Ability to work well with others in a team-based environment
• Ability to be flexible with work schedule and be willing to work on weekends and holidays
• Willingness to live on a private island for 13 weeks at a time
• SCUBA, CPR and First Aid certified
• Ability to accept change and initiate an action plan
• Ability to lift 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marine Biology, Aquaculture or Zoology
• Minimum 3 years experience in the field of aquarium husbandry; at least one year at an AZA accredited institution
• Proven leadership/management experience
• Demonstrated commitment to conservation and animal care
• Small boat handling experience
• Advanced dive certifications, Rescue diver, etc.
• Be able to work unsupervised and make decisions consistent with the team philosophy
• Be willing to accept and give feedback to other team members openly

Additional Information

• Be interested in working on a private island in the Bahamas
• Legally authorized to work in The Bahamas
• Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency duties and/or associated responsibilities 
• Be willing and able to uphold the general safety management responsibilities specified in areas and operations under their control
• Be willing to follow and embrace Environmentality requirements and Company practices
• Be appreciative of working and living in a multi-cultural environment
• Be comfortable living in a confined space with strict rules and regulations
• Adhere to a structured lifestyle, personally and professionally

• Obtain a criminal background check
• Bring approved work shoes

• Segment: Disney Parks, Experiences and Products
• Business: Disney Cruise Line
• Category: Sciences and Animal Programs
• Job Type: Full Time
• Alternate City: Lookout Cay
• Alternate State / Region / Province: Eleuthera
• Alternate Country / Region: Bahamas