JOB OPPORTUNITY WITH MARNE ANIMAL RESCUE SPECIALISTS
Marine Animal Rescue Specialists (MAR) is authorized by the National Marine
Fisheries Service for pinniped and dolphin rescues along with whale
dis-entanglement calls. Over the past three decades MAR has conducted 5,000
marine mammal rescues. In 2015, MAR rescued 495 marine mammals. We are looking
for a couple of people with experience in marine mammal rescue.
www.marspecialists.org
You must have pinniped, especially sea lion rescue experience to apply.
POSITION: MARINE ANIMAL RESCUE SPECIALIST
LOCATION: MAR’s authorized territory is Los Angeles County from Pacific
Palisades to Long Beach and west to Catalina, California.
HOURS: 8 HOURS PER DAY 2 DAYS PER WEEK Be prepared to work long days from
January to June.
SALARY: Commensurate with experience and skills
JOB DESCRIPTION: Must be available five days a week, 8 hours per day for
response, rescue and transportation of marine animals. Will be responsible for
accurately evaluating the condition of a stranded marine animal. Will be
responsible for conducting rescue operations on beaches, rock jetties, docks
and other common as well as uncommon stranding locations, and 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 responsible to know all local, state and Federal laws
pertaining to the rescuing of marine animals.
START: Within a couple of months
REFERENCES AND REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Provide background/references
· A valid drivers license with no points
· Minimum one year experience in rescuing seals and sea lions
· Must correctly identify local marine animal species along with
knowledge of
birthing seasons and natural behaviors of marine animals
· Some animal-related emergency medical experience
· Must meet challenging physical fitness requirements
· 24 hour Hazwhoper certificate
· Small boat handling
· Able to drive 4WD Pickup truck
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
MAR is looking for committed individuals who would like to make rescuing marine
animals a career. Training will be provided by MAR to ensure continued high
level of response for any marine animal calls. MAR will not consider candidates
looking for a temporary position. Long-term applicants will be the only ones
considered.
Send in your cover letter, resume and references to the email address below.
Contact: Peter Wallerstein, p...@marspecialists.org
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