Job Summary:

This position is designed to be an ambassador for the Aquarium through a variety of on-site and off-site educational programs. Duties include participating in offsite outreaches, member programs, supporting daily education and interpretive programs and engaging with guests.

Essential Functions:

Adhere to the South Carolina Aquarium Policies
Provide an exceptional visitor experience for all guests
Engage guests through daily shows, guided tours, and gallery interpretation
Participate in outreach programs
Assist and deliver educational programs in partnership with other departments and community groups
SCA 1st Responder
Other duties as required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Outstanding interpretive skills
Ability to adjust for the dynamic needs of audiences of all ages
Must be able to deliver interpretive programs in engaging and effective [AM3] ways to groups of 10-200 people
Skills needed to combine creativity, enthusiasm, and exemplary teaching methods to engage visitors in science related activities
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
Willingness to foster a growth mindset by celebrating the effort to improve as professionals, conservationists and community members
Ability to maintain a sense of humor
Must be able to handle live animals
Adhere to uniform and personal appearance policy
Must have a working knowledge of Aquarium exhibits and animals
Ability to work weekends and evenings

Education and Experience Required:

Prefer some experience in a related field with demonstrated teamwork and interpretive skills

Licenses and Certifications Required:

Valid Driver’s License
First Aid, CPR, and AED – Required to either possess or obtain prior to start date

Supervision of others:

Physical Requirements:

Often standing, carrying up to 50 lb and driving, sitting; average walking, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing ladders, kneeling, balancing, pushing and pulling, crawling, computer and phone tasks.

Working Conditions:

Normal office environment, public contact, rotating shifts, weekends and required to wear a radio; outdoor work required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not construed to be an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel classified.

The Aquarium is an "at-will" employer, and as such, employment with the Aquarium is not for a fixed term, or definite period and may be terminated at the will of either party, with or without cause, and without prior notice.

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