Aquarium Assistant Director - State of North Carolina

Salary Grade: NC14

Recruitment Range: $49,158 - $70,826

 

This is a range.  Selected candidate's salary will be determined within this range based on qualifications, equity, and funding at the time of hire.

Primary Purpose of this Position:
The North Carolina Aquariums at Fort Fisher is seeking a dynamic, efficient, and enthusiastic individual to join our management team as an Aquarium Assistant Director/Director of Operations and Husbandry. This position will be a primary staff leader and liaison with designers, architects and contractors for the $65 million expansion and renovation project at Fort Fisher. The candidate will be required to support and assist with project management, including life support design and construction. The Assistant Director will also be responsible for supporting collection planning, animal acquisition, animal transport, and quarantine for the expanded facility.

 Daily Duties include:

• Responsible for the management and oversight of the Husbandry and Operations aspects of the Aquarium.
• Works with the Director to develop Aquarium policy, long-range planning, and strategic planning direction for continued expansion of the facility, displays, and exhibits.
• Directly supervises the Building Superintendent, the Husbandry Curator, and the Dive Safety Officer. Beneath these individuals is the responsibility for 22 full-time positions and up to 20 part-time positions.
• Primary duties include ensuring that all buildings, grounds, and equipment are properly maintained and operating; ensuring that all living animals and plants are obtained, maintained, displayed, and transferred in accordance with applicable guidelines and laws including accreditation standards established by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums; managing personnel and conducting performance evaluations; and developing new exhibits and displays with other management team members.  
• Responsible for managing staff, staff development and training, and managing multi-section budgets.

Position/Physical Requirements:

• Requires evenings, weekends, and holiday work.
• Must meet DNCR Fleet Safety Guidelines and have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid NC driver's license.