Sea Life Education Associate

SEA LIFE Education Associate

LEGOLAND California, 1 Legoland Dr
Carlsbad, California, 92008
United States

We are LEGOLAND California Resort - the place where FUN is built and memories are made. Across our Resort we have two fantastic LEGO themed Hotels, a Water Park, a SEA LIFE Aquarium, more than 60 rides and attractions, 20 food and beverage locations, and 14 retail stores – the opportunities here are endless!

Scope and Responsibilities:

Provides outstanding guest service and creates memorable guest experiences.

Uses interpretive techniques to educate guests throughout the aquarium.

Is expected to uphold high SEA LIFE operating standards of safety, service, presentation, and efficiency.

Is competent in interpreting exhibit information to guests of all ages, especially young children.

Ensures standard operating procedures are adhered to and followed at all times.

Is able to handle crowd control, guest questions, and guest recovery as well as other operations issues as they surface.

Is able to learn and interpret proper identification of marine animals and the ecology and conservation related to them.

Is able to observe and report the conditions of all animals and monitor their safety and wellbeing at the touch pool.

Comfortable with handling animals, including snakes, and can follow proper animal handling procedures and protocols.

Is able to learn to identify and interpret biofacts and props to children and adults in an Aquarium setting.

Is comfortable speaking in public both in a one on one setting and to large groups in a show setting.

Can communicate any facility requirements, safety issues or staffing issues to Senior MC or management.

Conduct breaks for fellow employees in a timely matter.

Has the enthusiasm and passion to be able to greet and excite guests who are entering the Aquarium and throughout the Aquarium.

Work closely with other departments at SEA LIFE to create a positive work environment.

May assist Admissions staff when needed.

Will participate in the Duty Manager program at SEA LIFE

May have additional tasks assigned on occasions.

Background and Experience:

Prefer prior experience in a zoo, aquarium, or informal learning settings

Prior experience in working with children preferred

Animal handling experience preferred

Must have flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Must be comfortable talking to groups of people

Requires excellent skills in guest service

Self-motivated and demonstrated initiative

Has a strong attention to detail

Is a team player and works well with fellow employees

Health and Safety:

Employees are responsible for the safety of themselves, their colleagues and guests (where appropriate), in line with the Group Policy (HS001) and the law. In particular, they must ensure that they follow safe working procedures for all work activities that they undertake and they must not use any tools or equipment for which they have not been trained. Where incidents do occur, they must ensure that they are reported to their line manager and must cooperate with any investigation as appropriate. SEA LIFE Exhibit interpreters are responsible for upholding SEA LIFE’s high safety standers and ensuring that safety polices are adhered to at all times by guests.

Education:

High School diploma required. Coursework in science or education preferred.

Other Requirements:

Intermittent and prolonged standing and walking to move about the aquarium.

Ability to keep hands and arms in salt and freshwater for long periods of time while interacting with guests.

Compensation:

Compensation for the opportunity is $18.50

*Compensation Rates are dependent upon skills and experiences related to the opportunity*

** Please consider whether you'll be able to travel to and from the Resort. Some shifts may fall into unsociable hours.**

What You'll Get...

Alongside company paid holidays, you can also look forward to enjoying a great benefits package, free tickets to Merlin attractions globally and 30% discount in our retail shops and restaurants.

Everyone Matters at Merlin.
At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters! Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry.

We want to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to perform their best at interview, so if you have additional requirements due to disability or ill health please get in contact with [email protected].