The Aquarist, with the support and assistance of the Senior Aquarist, is responsible for providing proper husbandry for aquatic animals, including daily observations of dietary and behavioral habits, performing exhibit and system maintenance tasks, and maintaining an inventory of assigned aquatic collections.

•Work collaboratively with Husbandry team on best practices based on industry standards to fulfill these major job responsibilities.
•Responsible for the daily care and husbandry of aquatic collections which may include marine fish, freshwater fish, and invertebrates. 
•Daily duties include but are not limited to: cleaning animal areas, diving tanks, prepping and feeding food, treating any injured/diseased individuals as necessary, working on the collecting vessel, and completing all necessary records and paperwork thoroughly. 
•Maintains the highest level of cleanliness of exhibits by following a regular maintenance schedule which includes but is not limited to: gravel cleaning, acrylic cleaning, water changes, filter changes, and system wipe downs. 
•Ensures the work space, tools, and equipment are clean, organized, and functioning properly. 
•May under the direction of the Husbandry Supervisor/Vet Staff/Dive Staff and other staff: identify, collect, and safely transport specimens to facility.
•Responsible for the care of all living collections in any and all emergency conditions.
•Completes all necessary record keeping requirements, follows department protocols, and completes procedural tasks with a high level of skill.  
•Adheres to Federal, State, and Local agency laws, regulations, codes, and ordinances, as well as AZA guidelines. 
•May assist with acquiring specimens through organization of trades/loans/purchases with other zoological institutions, suppliers. 
•May assist with procurement of supplies and equipment. 
•May assist in the advancement and implementation of exhibit goals by contributing to the design and management of the exhibit development. 
•Must work independently as well as collaboratively with a team on daily routines and special projects. 
•Contributes to the mission of the California Science Center by stimulating curiosity and inspiring science learning in everyone by creating fun, memorable experiences. 
•Performs other duties as required.