Gopher Frog Technician

Overview

This position will function as the Gopher Frog Technician from February through June 2026. This is a part-time seasonal position with hours that vary between 10-20 hours per week, and does not include state benefits. Recommended applicants will be subject to a background check.

DNCR does not engage in dual employment for temporary positions; if you are currently employed with another State agency, State university, or the NC National Guard and intend to remain employed with that entity, you may not be considered for temporary work with DNCR.

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the North Carolina Zoo, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program.

The Department’s vision is to be the leader in using the state s natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). . We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.

The North Carolina Aquarium's mission is to inspire appreciation and conservation of our aquatic environments. This mission is achieved by attracting, retaining, and developing a world class team of professionals; providing visitors with outstanding exhibits, experiences, and customer service; practicing sustainability, internal customer service, and fiscal responsibility; and working to save and restore aquatic species and habitats.

The North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher, 20 miles south of Wilmington, NC, in Kure Beach, overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and Cape Fear River. A living collection of more than 4,000 animals in 93,000 square feet of exhibit space attracts and engages more than 500,000 visitors each year. The Aquarium is surrounded by protected woodland, marsh, and beach. Visitors often plan to stop at sites adjacent to the Aquarium - Fort Fisher State Recreation Area and historic Fort Fisher Civil War Museum.

Fort Fisher Aquarium is a unique place to visit and work.

This position will work under the supervision of both the Aquarium Curator and Assistant Aquarium Curator. All aspects of animal care will be required. Primary responsibilities include Collection of Carolina Gopher Frog eggs, feeding and daily care during all life stages, release/re-introduction of frogs to their natal grounds, monitoring water quality parameters, recognizing symptoms of disease and poor amphibian health, maintaining accurate and complete records of all animal care processes.

All duties will be conducted under the guidance of NCWRC and appropriate permits.

• Must be able to work in harsh conditions experienced while in the field or at the Aquarium.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds.

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

• Amphibian husbandry experience (preferably propagation experience).
• Experience with electronic databases.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one year of experience as related to knowledge, skills, and abilities in area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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