NYA Wild Animal Encounter Host

New York, NY

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

The Wild Animal Encounter Host is the representative of the New York Aquarium/ The Wildlife Conservation Society who interacts directly with the participants of the programs. This individual is responsible for the safety of the animals, the safety of the participants, and for all entertainment and educational aspects of the program.

Responsibilities

• Checking in paid participants
• Ensuring all elements in the program are in place and ready to be used in the programs
• Interacting with the Trainer that will be working with the animal that will perform in the program
• Take photograph of encounter sessions
• Adhering to all WCS/NYA/Animal Department policies.