Sea Lion Trainer

The Marine Life Sea Lion Trainer is an experienced animal trainer, able to observe animal behavior and apply animal behavior modification techniques. This role maintains a sustainable environment for the sea lions and assists in creating educational experiences for all Marine Life guests.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
•    Demonstrate extensive knowledge on the feeding and husbandry requirements for California Sea Lions.
•    Demonstrate outstanding efficiency in maintaining, cleaning and disinfecting Sea Lion areas.
•    Show proficiency in the knowledge of Operant Conditioning Training techniques applied to Sea Lions.
•    Training medical behaviors with the Sea Lions.
•    Training and maintaining presentations and interactive behaviors with the Sea Lions.
•    Assisting in developing and maintaining training programs to ensure industry guidelines and government regulations policy and procedures are adhered to.
•    Experience on public sea lion presentations ensuring exceptional customer service while delivering an educational and conservational message about the facility and animals.
•    Maintaining animal and animal care staff safety through health and safety policies and protocols for day-to-day facility procedures.
•    Assisting with organizing and overseeing computer programs and record keeping.
•    Training staff in non-voluntary handling and behavior techniques (such as restraint, and unconditioned medical behaviors). 
•    Assigning daily job tasks according to operational requirements.
•    Other responsibilities as required. 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
•    Minimum 5 years of paid work experience in Animal Behavior Modification and Operant Conditioning applied to sea lions, with focus on husbandry, socialization, and interactive programs.
•    Secondary school diploma or equivalent.
•    Thorough familiarization with operation of a CAZA or AZA facility, including knowledge and understanding of modern animal husbandry techniques.
•    Previous experience with public speaking, customer service experience and effective communication and interpersonal skills.
•    Proficient in Microsoft Office with the ability to easily learn different software programs.
•    Must be able to swim and rescue SCUBA diver level certification from an internationally recognized institution is desirable.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
•    This is a permanent, full-time position that requires flexible availability for days, weekends, and holidays.
•    Must be able to speak and write in English.
•    This position works in a busy mall environment primarily at attractions and in a classroom setting.
•    This individual is required to interact successfully with guests and children of all ages.
•    The position requires some city traveling to deliver educational courses.
•    Must be able to carry 50lb.
•    Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
•    Must be able to pass a basic security clearance.