Assistant Animal Care I (Night Watch)

SAIC is seeking candidates for part-time Assistant Animal Care I (Night Watch) positions in our San Diego, CA location. Personnel in this position assist in ensuring the health and well-being of marine mammals during the early evening and overnight hours. In this role, the successful candidate will have high ethical standards of animal care, be safety minded, strong organizational skills, excellent time management ability, and perform reliably under minimal supervision.

Description:

• Job will require working outdoors at night in potentially adverse weather conditions.
• Personnel perform feeding, administration of food supplements and medications, perform observations of marine mammals, and assist with basic husbandry.
• Deter the presence of nuisance animals following established NIWC processes and procedures.
• Drive government vehicles to various locations, following all traffic laws and regulations.
• Personnel will conduct walking facility inspections of piers and enclosures to ensure animal safety, and integrity of animal facilities and enclosures.
• Report any discrepancies or issues needing attention in a timely manner.
• Maintain detailed records and activity logs.
• Operate and maintain specialized equipment.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.
• Work environment will consist of walking, standing, sitting, kneeling, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, sliding/transferring equipment.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and two (2) years or more related experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to provide proof of citizenship.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license.
• Must be physically fit and demonstrated the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Committed to safety standards and requirements.
• Experience with animal care and/or training, commercial maritime operations, or experience as a marine mammal care custodian.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Perform well in a collaborative team-oriented environment, good conflict resolution skills.
• Convey a professional image and positive attitude regarding SAIC and the U.S. Military.
• Personnel must be able to work flexible work hours (shift work) including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.4 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.