**What you'll bring to the team** **🌊🐠 Join Our Underwater Adventure! Become a Part-Time Animal Welfare Host at SEA LIFE Kansas City! 🐟🧽** **Do you love marine animals? Dream of working alongside sharks, rays, and colorful reef fish? Ready to make a SPLASH in your career?** Then dive into something amazing with SEA LIFE Kansas City as a **Host – Animal Welfare** ! 💙 **Qualifications & Experience** **🐙** **Job Purpose:** As a **Host – Animal Welfare** , you’ll be an essential part of our Displays team, assisting Aquarists in daily care of our marine and freshwater creatures. From prepping delicious diets for our animals to diving into exhibits and educating guests about ocean conservation, this role is perfect for someone passionate about animal welfare, aquatic environments, and delivering a magical guest experience. **🌟** **What You'll Be Doing:** + 🐡 Prepare and deliver daily diets to our aquatic residents + 🧼 Keep habitats clean and healthy (front and back-of-house) + 💧 Assist with water testing and maintaining excellent water quality + 🤿 Dive into exhibits (with our dive team) for cleaning, maintenance, and guest interaction + 🎤 Present engaging, educational talks about animals and ocean conservation + 🧪 Record keeping for aquarium systems, animal health, and dive logs + 🧽 Maintain dive gear and animal care equipment + 🌊 Support with exhibit development and long-term animal care goals + 😄 Interact with guests, help answer questions, and create memorable moments **🐬** **Your Fin-tastic Qualities:** + Passionate about marine life and animal care 🦑 + Comfortable around water (and sometimes fish poop 🐠💩) + Detail-oriented, organized, and safety-focused 🧯 + Great communicator and team player 🗣️🤝 + Willing to get your hands (and fins!) dirty in the name of animal welfare 🧤 **🎓** **Education & Experience:** + Working toward a degree in Life Sciences (Biology, Marine Biology, Zoology, Psychology) OR relevant experience in aquariums/zoo animal care + SCUBA Certification (Rescue Diver preferred; minimum Advanced Open Water) 🤿 + Experience in public/guest service is a huge plus 🎉 **🕒** **Work Hours & Perks:** + Flexible scheduling – weekends, holidays, and occasional nights may be required + Work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment full of marine magic 🐳 + Be part of the global Merlin Entertainments family and make real waves in your career 🌍✨ **🔐 Additional Info:** + Must be able to stand for long periods, lift moderate weight, and work in cold/fresh/marine water + Must have or be able to obtain a valid Driver’s License 🚗 + Safety is key – following protocols and training is a must ✅ **💫 Why You'll Love It Here:** At SEA LIFE Kansas City, we’re not just about creating amazing experiences for guests — we care deeply for our animals, our planet, and our people. 🌎💙 Join us in inspiring the next generation of ocean protectors, one guest at a time. **🐢 Ready to Dive In?** Don’t wait — apply now and start your journey beneath the surface! 🌊🐠🐟 **Benefits** 🎉 **Benefits of Joining Merlin Entertainments!** 🎉 🏥 Excellent Health Care Options: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. 🌴 Outstanding Paid Time Off (PTO): Enjoy well-deserved breaks to recharge! 🎢 Merlin Magic Pass: Free entry for friends and family to our amazing parks & attractions. 🎡 🏆 Recognition Programs and Rewards: Celebrate your achievements and hard work! 💼 401(k) Program: Save for the future with company matching contributions. 📚 Tuition Reimbursement Programs: Get support for further education and career growth. 🚀 Numerous Learning and Advancement Opportunities: Grow your skills and advance your career with us! Ready to be a part of the magic? Apply today and start your adventure with Merlin Entertainments! 🌟✨ **Pay Range** From USD $13.70/Hr. Submit a Referral (https://careers-na-merlinentertainments.icims.com/jobs/9092/animal-welfare-host/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-1834381883) At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters! Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry. **Location (Country-State-City)** _US-MO-Kansas City, MO_ **Job ID** _2025-9092_ **Employment Type** _Part-Time_ **Offer/Contract Type** _At Will (US Only)_ **Location Name** _SEA LIFE Kansas City_