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Emely Weber

Centerville

Summary

I have been involved with and working in water-related jobs for more than a decade, most notably as dock manager for a tour boat company and as an aquarist and naturalist for two public aquariums.


I am confident and competent around water as a diver, as a manager, and when dealing with the public and safety-related matters.


My experience is varied and extensive, my interest and energy levels are high, and my cmmitment is strong.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Aquarist

Silverton Casino
03.2022 - 07.2023
  • Conducted and narrated live underwater educational feedings of stingrays and sharks while wearing a full-face diving mask
  • Scrubbed, cleaned, and performed backwash procedures on a 117,000 gallon saltwater aquarium and several fresh water exhibits
  • Prepared diets for 10,000 salt and fresh water fish and reptiles
  • Maintained water chemistry levels, and monitored life supportsystems and quarantine protocols
  • Assisted with jellyfish propagation
  • Gave behind-the-scenes group tours
  • Served as acting curator when requested

Naturalist

Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay Resort
05.2019 - 07.2021
  • Interpreted the aquarium's living collection to visitors by providing useful information about various fish and animal species
  • Corrected problems where necessary and advised supervisor and/or animal care specialists of abnormal situations
  • Spoke to public during stingray feeds and answered tourist questions
  • Was frequently selected by the Operational Manager to greet VIPs at private and corporate evening events

Dock Manager

Wendella Sightseeing Boat Company
03.2016 - 11.2018
  • Supervised dock operations, and evaluated dock employee performance and development needs
  • Resolved guest complaints
  • Opened and closed ticket booth, and counted registers daily
  • Provided daily logs to the head of the company

Marine Mammal Volunteer

Shedd Aquarium
03.2015 - 05.2016
  • Assisted with monitoring husbandry behaviors of sea lions, penguins, beluga whales, and sea otters
  • Maintained marine mammals by preparing a variety of frozen foods and assisting with feedings
  • Cleaned exhibits and animal life support areas
  • Helped with animal enrichment programs and public shows

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL
05-2019

Skills

    Advanced Open Water PADI SCUBA diving certified with rescue training

    CPR and FIRST AID certified

    Strong public speaking and tour guide experience in the animal entertainment field

    Knowledge of biological processes pertaining to water chemistry and life support systems

    Understanding of animal health and well-being, and different species' nutritional/medicinal needs

    Excellent oral and written communication

    Experience with Microsoft Office and Apple iWork

    Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Timeline

Aquarist

Silverton Casino
03.2022 - 07.2023

Naturalist

Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay Resort
05.2019 - 07.2021

Dock Manager

Wendella Sightseeing Boat Company
03.2016 - 11.2018

Marine Mammal Volunteer

Shedd Aquarium
03.2015 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Roosevelt University

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