Marine Mammal System Assistant I 03811 LBYD Federal

Location: Silverdale Washington
Title: Marine Mammal System Assistant I
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: No
Clearance: Ability to Obtain

At LBYD Federal Large Firm Expertise Small Firm Responsive is our motto we live by and practice each day. With the capability to produce high quality designs in a fun supportive and exciting atmosphere we recognize our employees are our greatest asset. We offer an exciting variety of opportunities for employees to develop and grow their careers working alongside diverse and supportive team members to achieve success. We maintain our responsiveness to clients and partners by allowing our employees the autonomy to achieve success.

Along with a competitive benefits package and 401(k) matching we strive to maintain a 98 employee retention rate by providing our employees endless growth opportunities. Unique opportunities such as a formalized mentorship program professional development through North Wind University a wellness program celebrating our employees time with us through our employee service awards program and many others meant to enhance the employee experience ultimately led to high employee satisfaction. Additionally we strive to support the communities we live work and enjoy by taking part in community fundraisers and volunteering through local and national organizations.

We give you the flexibility to achieve your best work by offering hybrid working options while fostering a culture of inclusivity equity and diversity creating a workplace we feel everyone can achieve success. We take pride in the impact our employees make as leaders no matter the level within the organization. You will be connected with likeminded high achieving individuals upon joining our organization leading and participating in the most challenging designs across the world.

POSITION PURPOSE:
The Marine Mammal Systems Assistant I (MMA I) will support 24/7 operations by working closely with veterinary and biotech staff in providing superior care to the mammal complement through vitamins/medication delivery issuance of proper diets and routine medical procedures. Each animal receives customized care based on their individual health requirements and husbandry behaviors are developed and maintained based on animal specific needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitor and observe animal behaviors and wellness routinely and report to onsite personnel
• Complete animal working sessions to include body inspections and assessment of animals wellbeing (behavior and health)
• Engage with animals through working sessions rehearsing and executing multiple behaviors to be performed in open water
• Record information about each session and the animals performance
• Perform feedings and administration of food supplements
• Assist with basic animal husbandry
• Provide diving support to operations (to include enclosure inspection and maintenance)
• Support fish house operations to prepare individually formulated rations designed to meet each animals specific need
• Operate a variety of watercraft
• May be trained to become a designated secondary handler for specific animals
• Perform tasks related to the care and training of marine mammals for specific marine mammal projects
• Deter the presence of nuisance animal while following established processes and procedures
• Requires ability to travel with the animal for an extended period of time anywhere in the world that could potentially include harsh environments and risk locations within a 72hour notice

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Marine Biology or other related field and basic open water scuba diving certification with minimum of one 1 year experience

OR

• One 1 year animal training experience and basic open water scuba diving certification with minimum of one 1 year experience and high school diploma (or equivalent)

OR

• Operational and navigation experience on small boats 40 or under) USCG license (operator of uninspected passenger vessels/6pac 46 CFR 10.467 or higher/U.S. Navy Coxswains certification and operational experience using maritime navigational devices and basic open water scuba diving certification with minimum of one 1 year experience and high school diploma (or equivalent)

Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to work flexible hours to include nights holidays and weekends
• Must pass a swim and dive test in addition to having a basic scuba certification
• Work well in a teamoriented environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Commitment to the safety of the project team members and animals through embracing safety culture policies and procedures

Special Requirements:

• Be able to obtain an interim secret level security clearance prior to starting
• US Citizenship is required to meet security requirements for this position
• Must successfully pass swim test and dive physical

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Animal training experience
• Advanced scuba diving certifications (i.e. dive master instructor commercial diver certification 1st or 2nd class Navy Diver classification)
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Able to pass the Maritime Vessel Operation Color Blind Test as directed by the contract
• Physically qualified to perform dive operations
• Able to stoop bend squat climb kneel talk and hear
• Stand or walk for extended periods of time
• Spend extended periods of time on a water vessel in different sea states

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Job will require working outdoors on boats docks and in water in all weather elements and conditions

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health life and disability insurance benefits 401(k) with company match generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company we are committed to employee wellness professional development and worklife balance. We value safety reliability and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a casebycase basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying you may contact our Helpline 1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race sex color religion national origin age disability veteran status genetic data religion or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.