Career Opportunities
Having a career with Florida Oceanographic Society is more than just a job. It is about having a passion for the environment and our mission to, "inspire environmental stewardship of Florida's coastal ecosystems."
If you feel strongly about our mission and wish to have a rewarding career with Florida Oceanographic Society, please view our current job openings below.
Current Job Openings:
Director, Development & Marketing Department - Full Time
The Director of Development and Marketing is responsible for developing and implementing the fundraising programs that support the education, research, and advocacy objectives of Florida Oceanographic Society through the annual operating budget, capital, and endowment funds. The Director of Development & Marketing creates and implements strategic and annual development plans and maintains ongoing productive relationships with donors, supporters, board members, and staff, working in collaboration with the Executive Director & CEO. The Director is also responsible for the marketing, communications, and messaging of the organization across multiple platforms to include diverse audience segments. This role includes facilitating community outreach and engagement with multiple constituents including board members, volunteers, donors, members, and other partners and community organizations.
Submit Cover Letter, Resume, and sample of work to Jennifer Hauser, Chief Operating Officer, at jhauser@floridaocean.org.
Aquarist I or II
Submit cover letter and resume to Bryan Danson, Director of Animal Care & Life Support at bdanson@floridaocean.org
View Full Job Description for Aquarist I
View Full Job Description for Aquarist II
Senior Aquarist
Florida Oceanographic Society’s Animal Care Team is seeking an energetic, passionate, and dedicated individual to serve as a full-time Senior Aquarist. The Senior Aquarist works as a senior member of the Florida Oceanographic Animal Care & Life Support team, mentoring and aiding all other team members, in addition to day-to-day responsibilities. The desired candidate will be able to work unsupervised and provide leadership in the Director’s absence. Responsibilities include the feeding and husbandry of all aquarium inhabitants (e.g., marine fish, elasmobranchs, and turtles) and their exhibits on site, including a 750,000-gallon lagoon, stingray and invert touch systems, and other aquarium systems displaying the diversity of life and habitats throughout the coastal areas of Southeast Florida.
Submit cover letter and resume to Bryan Danson, Director of Animal Care & Life Support at bdanson@floridaocean.org
Operations Assistant
Assist the Operations Manager and work as a member of the Operations Team to perform general operations support and maintenance of all facilities including buildings, exhibits, signs, displays, nature trails, plant nurseries and grounds. Plan and conduct custom repairs to facilities and equipment. Implement and provide reactive and preventative maintenance and custodial services for all administrative offices, gift shop/admissions, restrooms, and all grounds and exhibits areas. Regularly scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays.
Submit Florida Oceanographic Application to Shaun Jackson, Operations Manager, at sjackson@floridaocean.org.
Associate, Visitor Services - Full or Part Time
Visitor Services Associates greet visitors and encourage visitors to take part in programs and visitor experiences at the Coastal Center and to become members. Maintain an attractive entrance and exit area at the Coastal Center and keep the admissions and gift shop sales areas well stocked, organized, and neat.
Submit Resume and Florida Oceanographic Application to Susana McHale, Visitor Services Manager, at smchale@floridaocean.org.
Paid Education Internship
Do you have a background in biology, marine biology, environmental science, or science education and a desire to build a career in one of these fields? We are looking for degree-seeking students (or recent graduates) interested in gaining experience or possible college credit through an internship with the Education Department at Florida Oceanographic Society. This paid internship requires a minimum commitment of at least ten weeks and three 6-hour shifts (18 hrs.) per week, including both weekend shifts. The Education Internship position involves considerable public speaking.
Please submit your application to Dr. Zack Jud, Director of Education, via email at zjud@floridaocean.org.
