Aquarium Admission & Gift Shop Attendant

Location: Fundy Discovery Aquarium, The Huntsman Marine Science Centre, St. Andrews, NB
Commitment: Up to 37.5 hours per week anticipated from May through October 2025, including weekends and statutory holidays with some changes expected based on activities that will be communicated in advance.
Rate of Pay: Range starting at $15.50 per hour based on education and experience.

The Huntsman Marine Science Centre is a not-for-profit charity organization with a focus on ocean conservation and marine education and research. The Fundy Discovery Aquarium operates seasonally from May - October providing visitation and hands-on experiences for over 30,000 visitors annually.

Responsibilities:

• Perform sales transactions for Aquarium entry, experiences, season pass/membership, and scheduled programs.
• Greet guests and answer questions about the facilities, our programs, and the community.
• Perform sales transactions at the Aquarium gift shop.
• Re-stock items in the gift shop as needed while keeping it neat and tidy.
• Assist with limited Aquarium operations, including opening and closing tasks and answering the phone.
• Maintain program and regional tourism information within brochure stand.
• Remain professional, friendly, and passionate at all times.
• Maintain a neat, tidy, and organized work environment at all times.
• Work both independently and within a cohesive team to deliver an exceptional Aquarium guest experience.
• Ensure all health, safety, and security procedures are adhered.
• Assist in any other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Proven initiative and self-motivated.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a group setting as an effective team player.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Effective oral communication skills in English.
• Comfort using computer software to facilitate transactions.
• Eligible to work in Canada.

Additional Assets:

• Ability to communicate in French.

Review of applications will begin for interviews and selection as of March 4, 2025 following candidate submission of a single electronic file that includes cover letter, resume and three references (including e-mail and telephone number) to:

HR Office
Huntsman Marine Science Centre
1 Lower Campus Road, St. Andrews, NB E5B 2L7
Email: [email protected]