Marine Mammal System Assistant I 04202 LBYDF

Location: Silverdale, Washington. Full-time position; ability to obtain government security clearance and U.S. citizenship required.

About the Role

At LBYD Federal, “Large Firm Expertise, Small Firm Responsiveness” drives our high-quality planning, engineering, architecture, and professional services in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. We work on exciting and challenging projects for federal clients nationwide, empowering employees to make decisions and build trust on the front line. We offer career growth through education, training, certifications, and advancement across affiliated business lines, including Engineering, Environmental, Construction, and Mission Support activities.

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 animal’s 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 animal’s 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 animal’s 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 animals while following established processes and procedures
• Travel with the animal for extended periods anywhere in the world, including harsh environments and risk locations, within 72-hour notice

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine Biology or 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 un-inspected passenger vessels/6pac – 46 CFR 10.467) or higher/U.S. Navy Coxswain’s 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)
• 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 team-oriented 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
• US Citizenship 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
• Must be able to pull oneself out of the water and onto deck and boat platforms without the use of a ladder
• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits package
• Health, life, and disability insurance benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid leave
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees
• Formalized mentorship program
• Professional development through North Wind University
• Health & wellness program
• Employee service awards program