Employment

MFSI—Marine and Freshwater Science Institute
A Partnership with Salt Lake Community College

Every aquarium must create a holding and quarantine facility prior to opening. (After all, one just can’t build the building, add water and go to the local pet store to get 9- foot sharks!) Rather than create this in a warehouse district, The Living Planet formed a partnership with Salt Lake Community College, and created the Marine & Freshwater Science Institute in the fall of 2001.

This facility has led to the development of the first Marine Biology course at SLCC, as well as providing a living laboratory for college and high school interns who are interested in pursuing careers in the biological sciences.

The Marine & Freshwater Science Institute has seen numerous births, including four healthy white-tip reef shark pups, seahorses, and numerous species of coral, all being grown for placement in the future aquarium.

It is crucial to the vitality of our economy as well as the education of our children to encourage young people to pursue careers in the sciences. Providing dynamic learning opportunities that immerse students in different fields of study (such as the Marine Institute) creates much more impact than merely reading a textbook or watching a video, and is a prudent investment in our community.

 

For current Marine Biology Courses offered, visit: www.slcc.edu. Or click for pdf of Course Description.

 

 

• Holding/quarantine facility for aquarium
• Expanded college curriculum in freshwater
  & marine biology
• Animals and live coral are being grown for
  the aquarium

Employment Opportunities
The Living Planet Aquarium is offering employment for qualified individuals in the
following areas.

The Living Planet Aquarium, a 501©(3) organization is dedicated to the celebration of life on Earth by fostering a greater awareness and knowledge of its diverse ecosystems and creating a deeper understanding of our place in the global system of life.

Position: Administrative Assistant/Office Manager
Status: Full Time
Salary Range: $13-$15 per hour, or more depending on experience

The Living Planet Aquarium located in Sandy has an immediate opening for a bright and energetic person to assist with office and administrative responsibilities.  This full-time position will assist senior managers including CEO, CFO and other managers in various accounting and administrative functions.

Duties include:

·         Daily data entry into Excel and QuickBooks accounting system including daily receipts, invoices and credit cards.  Assist with payroll processing.  Bank reconciliations, benefit administration.  filing, and other duties as assigned.

·         Administrative assistance, miscellaneous projects and errands, follow up with contacts, schedule appointments, prepare for meetings.

·         Attend monthly Board meetings and record minutes.  Prepare and distribute agendas, minutes, and other board reports.

·         Assist with scheduling for various departments, help department managers with inventory purchasing and inventory counts, maintain and organize job applications, set up interviews, screening and contact references.

Position offers potential to take on greater responsibilities including promotion to key management position.  Must exhibit ability to handle assignments from more than one person, exhibit outstanding organizational skills, take on new responsibilities on short notice with a positive attitude, trustworthy, very organized, and must have the aptitude for numbers and details.  Flexible schedule.

Benefits including generous paid time off for vacation and holidays, health, dental, employee assistance, free passes and memberships.

To apply, please send your resume to employment@thelivingplanet.com

Position: Prep Cook
Reports To: Guest Services Manager
Status: Full Time
Pay Range : $7-$8 DOE

Position Summary:
The Prep Cook coordinates daily food set up and preparation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for preparing sandwich and other food orders and ensuring they are prepared according to established company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Help coordinate daily food portioning and order preparation.
• Responsible for following all cleaning, setting up and breakdown procedures.
• Provide courteous service and be cordial with all team members and guests.
• Ensure high level of health and safety is maintained in the Café.
• Ensure all Café areas accessed by the public and staff are safe and clean at all times.
• Work to minimize TLP’s exposure to loss and theft.
• Arrive on time, well groomed and in uniform for each shift.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities (If Applicable):
None

Qualifications Necessary to Perform the Job:
Prep Cooks must possess previous experience in customer service roles, food preparation and basic knowledge of kitchen operations. Must have a current food handler’s permit or be willing to obtain one. The candidate should also have excellent time management, communication, organization and leadership skills.

Physical Demands of the Job:
This job requires extended periods of standing and some light lifting; 20-30 pounds.

Special Working Conditions:
None

This Position Is: Non-Exempt

Interested Applicants should email their resume to: employment@thelivingplanet.com or fax them to (801) 456-1223. Call the Living Planet Aquarium at (801) 355-FISH for more information.

While this job description attempts to describe the essential functions of the position, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. It does not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties or responsibilities to this job at any time

Position: Guest Services Host
Reports To: Guest Services Manager
Pay Range : $7-$8 DOE

Position Summary:
The Guest Services Host will primarily be responsible for ensuring the highest level of service quality for our visitors and proper handling of all transactions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Smile. It is essential that all guests are warmly greeted and welcomed with enthusiasm. If we aren’t happy about this place why should they be????
• Arrive on time, well groomed and in uniform for each shift.
• Keep work areas clean and orderly.
• Ensure all public areas and guest services only areas are safe and clean at all times.
• Ensure all transactions are completed with accuracy.
• Ensure all tickets/products are rung up using the proper ticket/product category.
• Interact with guests in the gallery/exhibit areas to ensure their experience is positive.
• Work assignments will be split between ticketing, the gift shop and the café.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned by the Guest Services Manager, Shift Leader or Café Assistant Manager.
• Assist with the production and fulfillment of orders in the cafe.
• Follow all food handling procedures to ensure food quality.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities (If Applicable):
None.

Qualifications Necessary to Perform the Job:
The Guest Services Host will need to possess previous experience in retail, food service or other customer service role. The candidate should have excellent presentation, communication and organizational skills.

Physical Demands of the Job:
This job requires extended periods of standing and some light lifting; 20-30 pounds.

Special Working Conditions:
None

This Position Is: □ Non-Exempt

Interested applicants should send a resume to: employment@thelivingplanet.com
or fax them to (801) 456-1223. Call the Living Planet Aquarium at (801) 355-FISH for more information.

While this job description attempts to describe the essential functions of the position, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. It does not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties or responsibilities to this job at any time.