Wildlife Conservation Society
NYA Animal Care Associate - Ocean Wonders
Wildlife Conservation Society, New York, New York, United States, 10001
Animal Care Associate
WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world's premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results at scale. We run field programs spanning 60 countries and the entire ocean. We build on a unique foundation: Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our more than 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission. Days: 36 hours per week each (4 days/week) Salary: Range $19-$21/hr Period: March 1, 2026 until October 31, 2026 Schedule: Must be able to work weekdays as well as Saturdays, Sundays and holidays Position Summary: The Animal Care Associate works closely with the Ocean Wonders: Sharks! (OWS) animal keepers to assist in taking care of the collection within the OWS building, Holding Pools (HP), Sea Change (SC), and Aquatic Care Facility (ACF) Principle Duties/Responsibilities: Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assists in feeding and daily care of collection animals at the aquarium including operation of their enclosures and habitats. Participate in cleaning of public areas in and around exhibits, aquariums, tanks, and enclosures. Assist in preparing animal diets or other food supplements. May assist in both requisition and record keeping of food and other supplies. Inspect exhibits and facilities to ascertain that environmental conditions are appropriate, including filtration, water quality, lighting, temperature, cleanliness, and take necessary action to ensure such. Observe the animals and report promptly on any indication of illness or problems with environmental parameters or life support. Participate in the transfer of animals from one aquarium, cage, pen, zoo, etc. to another. Aid, help and inform the public regarding the facility, its animals and exhibits.
WCS stands for wildlife and wild places. As the world's premier wildlife conservation organization, WCS has a long track record of achieving innovative, impactful results at scale. We run field programs spanning 60 countries and the entire ocean. We build on a unique foundation: Our reach is global; we discover through best-in-class science; we protect through work on the ground with local and indigenous people; we inspire through our world-class zoos, aquarium, and education programs; and we leverage our resources through partnerships and powerful policy influence. Our more than 4,000 diverse, passionately committed team members in New York City and around the world work collectively to achieve our conservation mission. Days: 36 hours per week each (4 days/week) Salary: Range $19-$21/hr Period: March 1, 2026 until October 31, 2026 Schedule: Must be able to work weekdays as well as Saturdays, Sundays and holidays Position Summary: The Animal Care Associate works closely with the Ocean Wonders: Sharks! (OWS) animal keepers to assist in taking care of the collection within the OWS building, Holding Pools (HP), Sea Change (SC), and Aquatic Care Facility (ACF) Principle Duties/Responsibilities: Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Assists in feeding and daily care of collection animals at the aquarium including operation of their enclosures and habitats. Participate in cleaning of public areas in and around exhibits, aquariums, tanks, and enclosures. Assist in preparing animal diets or other food supplements. May assist in both requisition and record keeping of food and other supplies. Inspect exhibits and facilities to ascertain that environmental conditions are appropriate, including filtration, water quality, lighting, temperature, cleanliness, and take necessary action to ensure such. Observe the animals and report promptly on any indication of illness or problems with environmental parameters or life support. Participate in the transfer of animals from one aquarium, cage, pen, zoo, etc. to another. Aid, help and inform the public regarding the facility, its animals and exhibits.