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ORGANIZATION: Aquarium of Niagara

  • 1 person is interested
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Description:

-Greet guests as they enter the exhibit space and provide instruction on proper touchpool protocols.

-Organize guests in exhibit space and optimize opportunities for animal interaction.

-Provide animal information and educational content; develop ability to present information during a formal feeding presentation.

-Oversight of the species within the touchpool, assess their well-being, and communicate any concerns to our education staff or aquarists.

-Provide guests with general information regarding our facility and programming.

-Organize and maintain a clean workspace.

-Direct guests to exhibits, restrooms, and other areas of the building.

Qualifications:

-Enthusiasm for aquatic life!

-Responsible and dedicated.

-Able to be on feet for at least 4 hours a day.

-Willing to work in outdoor conditions.

-Must volunteer for at least one special event.

-Possesses excellent communication, public speaking and customer service skills.

-Second language not required, but highly desirable.

-This position does involve some direct animal contact.

Directions:

-Mandatory orientation with our Education department.

-Ages 14 and up.

-Willing to meet minimum time commitment of 4 hours per week for 6 months -OR- 8 hours per week for 3 months.

2 Shifts

  • 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM
  • 01:00 PM to 05:00 PM
  • NONE OF THESE TIMES WORK FOR ME, BUT I CAN STILL HELP
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About Aquarium of Niagara

Location:

701 WHIRLPOOL ST, NIAGARA FALLS, NY 14301, US

Mission Statement

With our community and partners, we celebrate our natural wonders and inspire people to make a difference for aquatic life.

Description

Located in downtown Niagara Falls, NY, the Aquarium of Niagara is less than a mile away from a natural wonder and is the only aquatic museum within 250 miles in the United States. The Aquarium is home to more than 120 species of animals including rescued/non-releasable marine mammals, penguins, and more than 1,200 fish and invertebrates. Through its living collection and educational programming, the Aquarium serves the community as a nexus for learning through exploration, a cultural destination, and a tourist attraction.

CAUSE AREAS

Animals
Education & Literacy
Environment
Animals, Education & Literacy, Environment

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.
This opportunity has 2 shifts

WHERE

701 Whirlpool St.Niagara Falls, NY 14301

(43.09431,-79.060135)
 

SKILLS

  • Environmental Education
  • Customer Service
  • Environmental Science
  • People Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Public Speaking

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 14
  • Orientation or Training

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