CareerPlan

Program Manager, Registration and Aquarium Operations

California Academy of SciencesFull-time2026-10-08 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Lead registration staff and manage departmental operations for the Steinhart Aquarium, ensuring accurate animal recordkeeping and compliance with AZA standards.

Role type

Senior IC program manager (aquarium operations & registration)

Builds

Permanent, retrievable documentation of animal collections to enhance husbandry, breeding, and conservation knowledge.

Domain

Zoology / Aquarium Operations / Biodiversity

Required skills

Animal recordkeeping, ZIMS database management, Permit compliance, Digital workflow management, Volunteer coordination, Safety & regulatory compliance

Preferred skills

None stated

Technologies

ZIMS, Formstack, Google Suite

Responsibilities

Maintain accuracy and integrity of animal collections data in the ZIMS global database; Ensure all departmental state and federal permits are accurate, up to date, and renewed on schedule; Monitor and update digital workflow and permissions systems; Coordinate volunteer recruitment, placement, and training; Support operations within safety and regulatory guidelines (AZA, OSHA, USDA); Schedule meetings and manage departmental administration.

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC