JOB OPPORTUNITY WITH MARINE ANIMAL
RESCUE SPECIALISTS
Marine
Animal Rescue is a non-profit organization providing rescue response as far
north as the Pacific Palisades, south to Long Beach, and as far west as
Catalina Island. MAR conducts hundreds of marine mammal rescues annually.
Rescued animals consist primarily of sea lions, seals, and seabirds with
occasional dolphins and sea turtles. MAR has rescued 6,000 marine mammals over
the past 30 years. MAR also works as a member of the large whale
disentanglement network.
You must have pinniped rescue experience to apply for this position.
POSITION: MARINE ANIMAL RESCUE SPECIALIST
MAR is looking for committed individuals who would like to make rescuing marine animals a career. You must have pinniped, especially sea lion rescue experience to apply. Training will be provided by MAR to ensure continued high-level response to any marine animal calls. MAR will not consider candidates looking for a temporary position. Only long-term applicants will be considered.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Must be available 5 days a week, 8 hours per day for response, rescue and transportation from jetties, docks, and both common and uncommon stranding locations. Must be able to learn the proper use of specialized marine animal rescue, transportation and safety equipment. Must be able to work in cooperation with local agencies and volunteers and be familiar with all local, state and federal laws pertaining to the rescuing of marine animals.
LOCATION: MAR’s
authorized territory is Los Angeles County, from Pacific Palisades to Long
Beach and west to Catalina, California.
HOURS: Approximately
8 hours per day, 5 days per week. Be prepared to work long days from January to
June.
SALARY: Commensurate
with experience and skills
START: Within
6 months
REFERENCES AND REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor's degree and marine mammal
handling experience
· Provide
background/references
· A valid
driver’s license with no points
· Minimum
two year experience in rescuing seals and sea lions
· Must
correctly identify local marine animal species and demonstrate knowledge of
birthing seasons and natural behaviors of marine animals
· Some
animal-related emergency medical experience
· Must
meet challenging physical fitness requirements
Must
be able to lift 75 pounds into truck
· Must
possess 24-hour
Hazwhoper certificate
· Skill
in small
boat handling
· Able to drive 4WD Pickup truck in a sandy environment
OTHER REQUIRED
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Maintain
rescue and transportation equipment
· Responsible
for school visits
· Must be
enthusiastic with good communication skills and be able to work with
others, including Coast Guard, Lifeguards, Police, etc.
· When
on-call, must answer calls promptly
· Must
pass County Beach Safety Driving Course
· Coordinate volunteers
Send your cover letter, resume and references to
the email address below:
Contact: Peter Wallerstein, pw@marspecialists.org