Employment
The Florida Aquarium is committed to creating a positive, challenging and rewarding work experience for all of our staff. We value creativity, innovation and fun in our everyday work. We are an equal employment opportunity employer and strive for diversity in all positions throughout the organization.
Our policy is to accept applications only for specific job vacancies as posted. You may mail or email a copy of your resume along with a letter of introduction stating the position you are applying for to the address listed below.
Call Our Job Line: (813) 273-4021
Our mailing address:
ATTN: Human Resources
The Florida Aquarium, Inc.
701 Channelside Drive
Tampa, FL 33602
To apply for a position do any of the following:
All applications and resumes are maintained on file for six months. We are a Drug-Free Workplace.
Current Job Openings
Vice President of Biological Operations
The Florida Aquarium seeks an enthusiastic, self-motivated and mission focused person to fulfill our senior management position. Reporting to the President/CEO, the Vice President of Biological Operations will be responsible for leading and directing the Biological Operations groups: Husbandry, Animal Health, Animal Programs, Dive Operations and Horticulture. The Vice President will lead the advancement of our conservation and research efforts. Responsibilities also include developing the biological operations strategic plan to align with organizational goals, exhibit development/expansion and establishing and developing partnerships with organizations that support and advance the Aquarium's mission and vision.
Minimum qualifications: Ten years ‘experience with five years at a senior management level; four year degree in biology , masters or PHD preferred; demonstrated knowledge of and proven leadership in the critical components of a Biological Operations department and strong leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Excellent communication, written and presentation skills.
For a complete job description click HERE.
Forward resume and salary requirements to hr@flaquarium.org
Facilities Maintenance:
This position is full time with excellent benefits after the successful completion of a 90 day introductory period. The successful candidate will perform facilities maintenance off-hours to include drywall, carpentry, plumbing, painting and general repairs as required. 2nd Shift working 4pm to midnight, 40 hours per week. Prefer customer focused, self-motivated and self-directed person to be part of our facilities team. Requires 2 years work experience in one or more trades. $16.00 per hour starting salary.
Explore a Shore Attendants:
If you are customer focused, enjoy being outside, have a friendly smiling face and great attitude, then this job is for you. Our outside water zone and children’s play area has openings due to the season and expansion. Position is 24 hours per week and weekends are required. $8.25 per hour.
Safety/Security Officer
Our operations team seeks a part time security officer to work Thursday – Saturday 4pm – midnight. Job duties include facility rounds, monitoring fire systems, alarms and cameras. Excellent guest service necessary and smiling faces are a must. Please apply online or in person. $8.50 per hour