Aquatics Life Support Supervisor

AgencyDept of Natural and Cultural ResourcesDivisionZoological ParkJob Classification TitleMaintenance/Construction Technician III (S)Position Number60033382GradeNC09About UsThe North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) takes care of the things that people love about North Carolina. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including 27 historic sites, seven history museums, two art museums, five science museums, four aquariums, 35 state parks, four recreation areas, dozens of state trails and natural areas, the North Carolina Zoo, the State Library, the State Archives, the N.C. Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the N.C. Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. The Department’s vision is to be the leader in using the state's natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational, and economic future of North Carolina. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team!Description of WorkThe North Carolina Zoo is looking for a dynamic, team and detail - oriented individual to lead the Aquatics Team. This team is responsible for monitoring the water quality of animal areas and maintaining existing life support equipment. The Aquatics Life Support Supervisor, under the supervision of the Zoological Manager, will be responsible for leading a dedicated team of technicians in daily activities that support optimal aquatic life support systems for most of the animal sections of the zoo.Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:• Manages, directs, and coordinates daily activities of supervised Aquatics/LSS staff in monitoring and maintaining the life support systems in supervised facilities and maintaining animal spaces to exceed AZA and USDA standards of care.• Develops a strong cohesive work unit that continually strives to improve aquatic life support systems, animal welfare, guest experience, and contributes to the overall understanding of the systems needed for the proper care of the exhibit animals.• Maintains working knowledge of water chiller systems, filtration systems, ozone systems, and water chemistry.• Schedules, supervises, mentors, develops, and provides leadership for Technicians in the progressive evolution of aquatic life support systems and the operation and upkeep of facilities.• Identifies and prioritizes aquatic life support system issues and problems and leads work unit staff in root cause identification and problem solving.• Serves as key communications link with the Zoo's Zoological Managers, Animal Curators, and Veterinary staff for information exchange and coordination.• Is an active member of the Life Support Team, performing water quality tests and regular maintenance of systems.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesPlease note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.Recruitment Range: $41, 206 - $57,000To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:Knowledge of aquarium water chillers, heat exchangers, UV and ozone systems, reverse osmosis, fractionators, plumbing applications, pumps, motors and filtration equipment.Demonstrated experience as a Water Quality Technician including sample gathering and testing, quality control, data interpretation, data entry as well as aid in troubleshooting and correction of parameters.Demonstrated experience working in laboratory settings.Position/Physical RequirementsJob offer is contingent upon passing a pre-employment screen conducted by assigned provider.  This Position is designated as Essential/Mandatory and is required to work adverse weather events and may be called to work special events.This position works a rotating work schedule, including weekends and holidays. Hours 7:30am - 4:30pm with a 1-hour meal period.Required participation in the Zoo’s occupational health program.Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., have good physical agility, strength, vision, and hearing, and the ability to perform strenuous physical work in extremes of weather and challenging physical environments.Must be able to hire, train, and supervise Aquatics Life Support Technicians in life support systems, problem solving, and critical thinking.AALSO Level 1 certified or ability to become certified within 12 months of hire.Pool operator certified or ability to become certified within 6 months of hire.***SIGN-ON BONUS BEING OFFERED***A sign-on bonus of $1000 is being offered for eligible candidates. See eligibility at https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy*Payout contingent on funding availability*This position is located at:4401 Zoo ParkwayAsheboro, NC 27205Minimum Education and ExperienceSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.High school or General Educational Development (GED) diplomaAND two (2) years of progressive experience in the assigned trade areas; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.Necessary Spec