Seasonal Animal Husbandry Technician
SR3, an equal opportunity, non-profit employer, is looking to hire a seasonal Animal Husbandry Technician. SR3 is dedicated to promoting the health and welfare of marine wildlife in the Pacific Northwest and in 2021 opened a marine mammal and sea turtle rehabilitation hospital in Des Moines, WA.
JOB TYPE: Full Time, hourly, seasonal position, Approximately 32-40 hrs/week. Duration of position runs from May 1st-October 31st 2025. Work schedule is Saturday - Wednesday with an occasional weekend day off.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Play an active role in the oversight of husbandry care of rehabilitating animals, including but not limited to medication administration, sample collection and processing, monitoring and adjusting diets, providing enrichment and preparing for and assisting with diagnostic and medical procedures.
Oversee and participate in husbandry care, including but not limited to diet preparation, gavage feeding, enclosure cleaning and maintenance, water quality monitoring, and environmental enrichment.
Serve as the daily shift lead, providing leadership, oversight and training for volunteers and interns.
Responsible for mentoring interns and volunteers in various aspects of animal husbandry and facility tasks.
Create and maintain accurate daily husbandry and medical records.
Communicate regularly with the veterinarian, hospital staff and interns regarding management of active medical cases including, but not limited to, medical procedures, treatments, husbandry/nutrition, and behavioral enrichment.
Respond to public questions and concerns about stranded or distressed animals and other general inquiries.
Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES
At least 18 years of age
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including most weekends, nights, and holidays as related to animal care needs.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Detailed oriented and able to follow specific instructions.
Experience working with marine mammals in a wildlife, zoo or aquarium setting
Proficient in perceiving and acting upon relevant changes in animal behaviors and conditions.
Capable of dealing with emergencies calmly and efficiently.
Must be able to work independently and as a team with the willingness to learn.
In good physical condition with the ability to work outdoors under adverse conditions (rain, heat, cold, snow, wind and direct sunlight) and independently lift 30 pounds.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Drive.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
6 months of direct hands-on experience working with wild marine mammals.
Awareness of safety procedures for handling wild animals.
Experience training and managing staff or volunteers is highly desirable.
Demonstrated initiative in identifying and solving problems and recommending ideas and viable suggestions to improve operations is strongly desired.
Experience in performing basic veterinary skills such as subcutaneous, intramuscular and intravenous injections, fluid administration and medication handling
Experience driving large vehicles
COMPENSATION
$18-$20 per hour depending on experience
SR3 is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
TO APPLY:
Submit your resume or CV, cover letter and 3 references (no letters of recommendation) in PDF format to apply@SR3.org with the subject ‘Seasonal Animal Husbandry Technician Position’