• Email Address: recruitment@wcs.org
• Mailing Address: 2300 Southern Blvd., Bronx, NY 10460
• Posting Date: 6/2/2008

The Wildlife Conservation Society’s New York Aquarium is seeking applications for a Water Quality Technician. In this role you will you will supervise and coordinate with the Assistant Water Quality Technicians, Water Quality Interns & volunteers, operating, maintaining, and monitoring the Aquarium’s Water Quality Laboratory and large scale Life Support Systems. The Water Quality Technician works with a diverse team in the development, implementation, and daily operation of Aquatic Health services, husbandry and process treatment for a wide variety of species. The Water Quality Technician will work interdependently with the general husbandry staff, facilities operations and other aquatic health staff in the development and implementation of best practices to ultimately yield the highest standard of aquatic animal care. This position will directly operate and maintain water quality equipment, help monitor staff activities and prioritize laboratory workloads.

To be considered for this position, the person should possess a Bachelors Degree, biology or chemistry preferred. Two years experience in water chemistry or water treatment field. The selected candidate will also have the ability to research and analyze various types of data information. Knowledge of Excel & Microsoft Access a plus.

Send resume /cover letter/salary requirement to:
Wildlife Conservation Society
Human Resources Dept. Code: WQTECH
2300 Southern Blvd.
Bronx, NY 10460
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