Organization
South Carolina Aquarium
Job Posted
March 18, 2025
Job status
Job Category
Job Type
Job Duration
Job Compensation Type
Remote
No
Careers
Contact Name
Abigail McKenna
Contact Email
amckenna@scaquarium.org
Deadline to Apply
Location
100 Aquarium Wharf
Charleston , SC
United States
Charleston , SC
United States
Located along the pristine harbor in the heart of historic Charleston, the South Carolina Aquarium has been inspiring visitors for over twenty years. From our over 5,000 animals to our award-winning education team, from the Sea Turtle Care Center™ to our conservation programs protecting local species, visitors are struck with awe and inspiration as they journey through all our exhibits, representing the mountains to the sea of South Carolina.
Summary
This position is designed to be an ambassador for the Aquarium through a variety of on-site and off-site educational programs. Duties include participating in offsite outreaches, member programs, supporting daily education and interpretive programs and engaging with guests.
Essential Functions:
- Adhere to the South Carolina Aquarium Policies
- Provide an exceptional visitor experience for all guests
- Engage guests through daily shows, guided tours, and gallery interpretation
- Participate in outreach programs
- Assist in member and community programs
- SCA 1st Responder
- Other duties as required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Outstanding interpretive skills
- Ability to work with audiences of all ages
- Must be able to give interpretive talks to groups of 10-200 people
- Skills needed to combine creativity, enthusiasm, and exemplary teaching methods to engage visitors in science related activities
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
- Must be a team player and self-motivated
- Ability to maintain a sense of humor
- Must be able to handle live animals
- Professional image required
- Must have a working knowledge of Aquarium exhibits and animals
- Ability to work weekends and evenings
Compensation Information
$15 PER HOUR. Season runs April 1-September 8th