NC Aquariums Herpetologist Job

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From: aquaticinfo-bounces@mail.seaplace.org On Behalf Of Dorn, Brian
Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2011 5:08 PM
To: An international forum of professional aquarists
Subject: [Aquaticinfo] Job Opening

Hello All,
We are looking for a full time Herpetologist here at the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Position closes November 23rd. Thanks.

Job Title: Natural Science Curator I
Working Title: Aquarist
Vacancy #: 60034924
Division: Aquarium
Salary Grade/Range: 65 $31,622 - $49,290
Recruitment Range: $31,622 - $33,069 Appt Type: Perm Full-Time
Closing Date: 11/23/2011 Location: Carteret County

*** Position will function as Herpetologist for the North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores ***

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
Position will function as Herpetologist. This position reports directly to the Husbandry Curator and is responsible for the daily care of all animals in the assigned display(s), holding and quarantine systems and maintains life support systems as well as the aesthetics of the display(s). Primary duties include:

* Determining individual animal nutritional needs, securing, culturing, preparing and feeding all animals under your care. This position is a member of the Husbandry team and would work in conjunction with our Education Team as the primary care taker of our current reptile and amphibian collection.
* Maintaining the current reptile and amphibian collection.
* Recognizing symptoms of disease and poor animal health, and administering appropriate treatments.
* Maintaining accurate databases and daily logs.
* Designing and creating new exhibit and holding tanks.
* Working with the Animal Enrichment Team to develop and implement new enrichment items and activities.
* Giving educational programs.
* Acquiring and collecting new animals for display.
* Weekend, evening and holiday work required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Demonstrated experience with captive reptile and amphibian husbandry.
Demonstrated experience working with and handling captive venomous snakes.
Customer service or interaction with the public.

**To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the pd-107 application form. Any information omitted from the pd-107 application form will not be considered for qualifying credit**

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in Biology, Zoology, Botany or other natural science curriculum related to the area of assignment and one year of experience in a natural science field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

HOW TO APPLY:
An applicant must complete and submit a State Application for Employment form (pd-107) http://www.osp.state...pplications.htm Reference the position number and job title on the application. DENR uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Personnel Act with most qualified individuals. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a State Application for Employment form (pd-107). Original application, signed and dated, must be mailed to address and contact person listed. ***NO APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED VIA FAX OR EMAIL; ORIGINALS ONLY*** Persons seeking Veteran's Preference must submit a copy of Form DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, with the application. All relevant knowledge, skills, abilities, training and experience must be documented on the pd-107 to receive proper credit. Applications must be received by 5:00pm on the closing date; late applications will not be considered. Actual salary offered is based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills and ability, training, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Specify position #60034924 on application form.

SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO:
Ruth Evans
Phone: (919) 877-5500, ext. 228
NC Aquariums
3125 Poplarwood Court, Suite 160
Raleigh, NC 27604


Brian Dorn
Husbandry Curator
North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores
1 Roosevelt Blvd.
Pine Knoll Shores, NC 28512
WK: (252)247-4003 x. 268