Dolphin Research Center is a nonprofit education and research facility dedicated to teaching, learning, and caring for marine mammals and the environment we share. We are home to a family of dolphins, sea lions, tortoises, and birds. Looking for an outgoing, energetic individual, who is a "people-person" and enjoys working with the public, is needed as a Trainer for our Animal Care & Training department. Applicants with all levels of experience are considered. Salary and title based on experience Position Responsibilities: Position responsibilities will vary based on the individual candidate's experience and skill level, but will include: Daily diets and vitamin preparation for the dolphins and sea lions. Narrate daily educational public presentations with dolphins and sea lions. Build relationships with dolphins, learning their personalities and responding to them as individuals. Foundational free feeding and handling skills with dolphins. Work with dolphins and guests in public interactive experiences. Work in water with dolphins for medical assists, in a variety of positions including restraining dolphins. The first 90 days of employment are the Orientation and Evaluation period. During this time, the staff member determines whether or not the position meets his/her expectations, and the supervisors determine whether or not the staff member possesses the knowledge, skills, and necessary competencies to perform satisfactorily, and if they are a fit with the team. Benefits: DRC currently offers medical benefits, life and disability insurance plan, a 401(k) retirement plan, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, paid holidays, vacation, sick, and overtime, as well as personal growth and training opportunities. Pay is based on experience. DRC seeks to provide for the well-being of its employees and our wage combined with our generous benefits creates a competitive total package that is right for our environment. DRC is a 501(c)(3) qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. To see if you qualify for student loan forgiveness, please visit https://studentloans.gov/mydirectloan/pslfflow.action. DRC is a dog-friendly workplace!