Marine Mammal Specialist IV

About the Company Atlantis, Paradise Island - the most popular resort destination in the Bahamas - features the world's largest open-air marine habitat; Aquaventure water park, including the iconic Mayan Temple's Leap of Faith slide; 11 unique pools; renowned beaches; 18-hole golf course; the larges

About the Company

Atlantis, Paradise Island - the most popular resort destination in the Bahamas - features the world's largest open-air marine habitat; Aquaventure water park, including the iconic Mayan Temple's Leap of Faith slide; 11 unique pools; renowned beaches; 18-hole golf course; the largest casino in the Caribbean; over 21 restaurants, 19 bars & lounges and Aura nightclub. Atlantis also offers a multitude of unique accommodations, including the iconic Royal Towers and the stylish Cove Atlantis.

Job Summary

Part of the Marine Mammal Specialist staff which helps ensure healthy and sanitary living conditions, proper nutrition, and constant care for all marine mammals. This includes daily maintenance of facilities, water testing and animal observations. Plays a supportive role in dolphin interaction presentations, education, and conservation efforts.

Requirements

Skills and Abilities

• Basic understanding of animal training and animal husbandry principles (curatorial skills) with emphasis on employee, guest and animal safety.
• Demonstrate the ability to learn the skills necessary through avenues of observations and direction.
• Incorporate concepts, theories and techniques used to interact with animals through Behavior and Enrichment Management.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate in a clear and professional manner.
• Minimum Experience for Career Ladder advancement to be eligible for MMS III = 1 year

• High school diploma or general education diploma.

• Excellent health and physical condition.
• Must demonstrate these skills by successfully passing annual departmental swim test.

• • Consistent demonstration of Skills, Abilities and Duties as described above. Minimum of 1 year at this level without prior experience.