Veterinary Services Department I. POSITION DESCRIPTION Position: Water-quality volunteer Supervisor: Chemist Objective: Performs wet chemical water quality analysis on Aquarium and/or Oceanarium water samples to ensure a healthy environment for the animal collection. Approximate % of Time: Principal Job Duties and Responsibilities: 70% Performs wet chemical analysis of water samples 10% Maintains written water quality records and disseminates data to department staff members 10% Maintains a clean and safe working environment 5% Collects water samples from tanks and systems as directed 5% Performs other duties as assigned Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age One year of high school chemistry and biology required BA or BS in chemistry, biology or related field desirable Previous laboratory experience desirable Familiarity with basic aquarium water chemistry and testing methods desirable Ability to relate to and work with other volunteers in a pleasant and helpful manner II. UNIFORM Please refer to the Uniform Section of the Volunteer Handbook. In addition to the standard uniform policy, laboratory volunteers are encouraged not to wear any jewelrysuch as earrings, necklaces, bracelets or rings. Laboratory volunteers must also follow the jewelry and personal appearance policy outlined in the Marine Mammals section while collecting water samples in the Oceanarium. III. TRAINING Laboratory orientation and training is usually held on a Saturday morning from 9:00 to 12:00. More extensive water quality training will occur during the new volunteer's regular shift following the initial orientation. IV. DEPARTMENTAL POLICIES Food and drink may not be consumed in the laboratory at any time Veterinary Services staff must be notified within a reasonable time period if volunteers will be tardy or absent Use of telephones and computers for non-aquarium related business is not allowed unless Veterinary Services staff grants permission