Curator of Aquarium

Curator of Aquarium

The Curator
- Aquarium provides leadership and oversees all aspects of husbandry and well-being for the aquarium, discovery museum tanks, and marine quarantine. This person is responsible for the formulation and implementation of the department collection plan. This person collaborates with other professionals and participates in appropriate programs to ensure Moody Gardens reaches its goals in animal management, guest education/engagement, and conservation programs.

This person advises and has input on animal exhibit design, form, and function. This person manages departmental personnel to include supervision, recruitment, retention, training, development, commendation, and disciplinary action. This person is the primary liaison between their areas of responsibility and the veterinary department. This person interacts regularly with other departments. This position is participating in a mandatory manager-on-duty rotation.

• • Bachelor’s degree in marine science, biology, zoology, environmental engineering, or a closely related field. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and directly related professional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• • Minimum of 5 years working in animal husbandry, aquatic husbandry preferred, and 3 years with team management.
• • Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to work with empathy and fairness with staff. Strong interpersonal skills.
• • Maintain a Texas driver’s license.
• • SCUBA certification or ability to obtain in 6 months.
• • Work includes weekends and holidays. Occasional travel including overnight and out of town.
• • Working knowledge of AZA standards and accreditation. Working knowledge of USDA regulations.

Moody Gardens, Inc.
One Hope Blvd
Galveston, TX 77554
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