Lead marine mammal care at Vancouver Aquarium through expert husbandry, welfare programs, and long-range departmental management in Vancouver.Reporting to the Director, Animal Care, this curator directs daily operations and one-to-five-year goals for the marine mammal department. Responsibilities include animal welfare, nutrition, enrichment, behavioral management, and training programs. The role also guides staff, facilities, research, collection management, and guest programs.Key Responsibilities: Lead marine mammal health, welfare, and ongoing careOversee nutrition, enrichment, healthcare, and behavioral programsDirect staff coaching, performance management, and developmentManage habitats, facilities, displays, and departmental operationsRepresent the Aquarium as a marine mammal expertRequirements: Biology, Zoology, or equivalent degree preferredAt least 10 years marine mammal training and husbandry experienceAt least five years supervisory experienceCurrent diver certification and successful dive medical requiredEnglish fluency, driver’s license, and 50-pound lifting abilityApply marine mammal husbandry, leadership, diving, and welfare expertise to guide Vancouver Aquarium’s department.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Marine Mammal Care Curator Vancouver
🏢 Vanaqua
📍 Vancouver