You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience.
Mote Marine Laboratory is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other protected category. Mote Marine Laboratory participates in E-Verify.
Unless otherwise noted all positions are located in Sarasota, Florida.
Description
The Guest Relations Research Coordinator plays a vital role in understanding and enhancing the guest experience at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium. This position focuses on collecting and analyzing guest feedback to drive improvements in exhibits, operations, and engagement strategies.
By conducting in person research, analyzing data, and collaborating with internal teams, the Coordinator ensures that Mote’s decision making is informed by real guest insights. This role helps refine the guest experience, identify trends, and support initiatives that strengthen visitor satisfaction, education, and membership engagement.
Responsibilities
Guest Insights & Visitor Research
● Create and conduct in person visitor studies, exit surveys, and interactive feedback sessions to generate actionable insights on guest satisfaction and overall experience.
● Proactively identify, pilot, and launch new data collection strategies that improve participation rates, diversify feedback channels, and generate actionable visitor insights (e.g., gamified surveys, QR engagement, digital comment tools, etc.)
● Utilize tools like Google Analytics, heat mapping software, and ticketing data to analyze visitor behavior and identify opportunities for improvement.
● Monitor guest reviews across platforms (Google, TripAdvisor, social media) to track trends and identify areas for enhancement.
● Translate research findings into clear, actionable reports for leadership and internal teams, ensuring that guest feedback informs strategic decisions.
● Transform raw quantitative and qualitative data into actionable insights that drive strategic decisions, operational improvements, and membership growth, and deliver executive-ready summaries with clear business implications.
● Track key visitor experience metrics, including customer satisfaction scores, Net Promoter Score, and membership conversion rates, to evaluate the effectiveness of guest engagement initiatives.
● Compare visitor data trends across ticket sales,memberships, and promotions to assess program impact and recommend adjustments.
● Support membership initiatives by identifying insights that enhance member benefits, loyalty programs, and retention strategies.
● Provide frontline staff with actionable visitor trend insights to help them enhance guest interactions and improve overall visitor satisfaction.
Internal Event & Exhibit Engagement
● Staff Mote’s information tables at internal events, such as Sharktoberfest, A-scare-ium, and World Ocean Day, to conduct guest research and engage with attendees, collecting feedback on visitor expectations and experiences, and identifying trends to inform and enhance future programming.
● Set up and maintain interactive feedback stations in key exhibits, ensuring consistent data collection and analysis, and assist with exhibit evaluation projects alongside education and exhibit teams to assess visitor interaction, learning impact, and engagement with displays and programs.
● Develop and test new ways to enhance visitor engagement in exhibits, such as interactive elements or real time visitor input opportunities.
● Support special research initiatives that explore emerging guest experience trends and best practices within the aquarium, zoo and public attraction industry.
Schedule & Work Environment
● 8:30am – 5pm, Tuesday – Saturday
● Occasional evening and holiday shifts for special events or research projects.
● Amix of indoor and outdoor work, requiring flexibility to adapt to different environments.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
● Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, communications, business, or a related field preferred.
● Minimum two years of experience in guest research, data collection, or visitor experience analysis, preferably in a nonprofit or public attraction setting.
Skills
● Strong analytical thinking, pattern recognition, and problem-solving skills to design, interpret, and translate survey and feedback data into actionable insights.
● Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with diverse audiences.
● Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects, deadlines, and research initiatives.
● Ability to synthesize quantitative and qualitative data and present findings in clear, executive-ready formats.
● Familiarity with survey tools, data visualization, or analytics software (Google Analytics, Formbricks, etc.).
● Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is both data driven and people oriented, excelling in research methodologies and guest engagement. They are proficient in Google Analytics and have experience with additional survey and data analysis tools, with a strong ability to interpret visitor behavior and provide strategic insights. Comfortable in both research and public facing roles, they are passionate about enhancing the guest experience through data informed decisions. They are comfortable working independently, demonstrate initiative in identifying research opportunities, take ownership of their responsibilities, and think strategically about how guest insights support operational improvements, revenue, and membership growth.
Primary Function: This position is a highly collaborative supervisory position. This position’s primary function is to actively and closely coordinate with the Coral Reef Restoration Research Program Manager in the management, organization, archival, reporting, and analysis of all Coral Reef Restoration Research Program data. The incumbent will assist with and participate in the preparation of reports, presentations, manuscripts for publication, and grant proposals as required and in close coordination with the Coral Reef Restoration Research Program Manager. The incumbent is expected to ensure that all project and programmatic deliverables are completed on time and to the required standards, in alignment with Mote’s Coral Reef Restoration Research Program’s mission and relevant regulatory requirements. Lead and supervise staff, interns, and volunteers in the collection, processing, and analysis of experimental and monitoring data – particularly large area imagery. The incumbent will provide and/or coordinate the direction, training, and support necessary to ensure efficient and effective operations. The incumbent
will coordinate with and assist the Coral Reef Restoration Research Program Manager, Nursery Operations
Coordinators, Field Operations Coordinators, and other Coral Reef Restoration Research Program staff in the development, archival, and maintenance of a master data repository as well as lead and supervise the archival of programmatic data in multiple digital and physical locations and to ensure the highest standards in data integrity, data security, and quality assurance. Incumbent is expected to lead and supervise the development of Mote’s Coral Reef Restoration Research Program’s spatial and large area imagery processing and analytical pipelines, including remaining current in the state of the field with respect to techniques, software, and hardware developments. The incumbent is expected to work closely with the Coral Reef Restoration Research Program Manager on a day-to-day basis ensuring constant and consistent communication and coordination of all operations and logistics associated with data collection, processing, analysis, and archival. The incumbent is expected to foster a strong and collaborative focus on the professional development of Coral Reef Restoration Research Program staff and to advocate for the staff in close communication and coordination with the Coral Reef Restoration Research Program
Manager.
Primary Duties:
● Maintain consistent and effective communication and coordination with the Coral Reef Restoration
Research Program Manager to ensure operational and fundamental alignment with programmatic
priorities as well as timely execution of funded and programmatic deliverables on established timelines.
● Collaborate effectively with the Coral Reef Restoration Research Program’s Nursery Coordinators and
Field Operations Coordinators to ensure accurate inventory management, streamlined workflow, timely
completion of deliverables, and a balanced approach to achieving both land-based and field priorities.
● Attend and actively participate in regular meetings, including staff meetings, project planning sessions, and coordination meetings with internal and external stakeholders, to facilitate effective communication and
collaboration.
● Supervise and train staff for monitoring and data collection-focused fieldwork, ensuring compliance
with required standards and alignment with Mote’s Coral Reef Restoration Research Program’s
mission.
● Assist with the leadership, coordination, and conduct of routine and research-specific monitoring and
photo-documentation, including in-water Structure-from-Motion photogrammetry, of Mote’s Coral Reef
Restoration Research, including outplanted corals, and assist with the entry, archival, and reporting of
those data as directed by the Coral Reef Restoration Research Program Manager.
● Assist with planning and execution of Mote restoration research objectives including (but not limited to)
outplanting corals, monitoring operations, inventory management, data collection and entry.
● Construct and maintain nursery structures and field equipment.
● Lead, coordinate, and assist with field and laboratory data collection and management activities
associated with Mote-led & Mote-supported research projects as assigned.
● Lead, coordinate, supervise, and assist with all programmatic data collection, data entry, QA/QC, and report writing efforts.
● Produce high quality data analysis and visualization products to support institutional, programmatic, and
project-specific deliverables as well as presentations including for conferences and symposia, formal and
informal reports, manuscripts for publication, grant proposals, and programmatic meetings.
● Collaborate with program staff and leadership to generate and track necessary purchase orders per
business office guidelines, maintaining detailed procurement records for accurate budget management.
● Provide field and lab support to visiting scientists as directed by Mote’s Coral Reef Restoration Research
Program Manager.
● Regularly, as directed, travel to multiple Mote campuses and, periodically, to other field and laboratory
sites (including international) to support Mote’s Coral Reef Restoration Research Program mission as
directed by the Program Manager.
● Actively represent and promote Mote’s Coral Reef Restoration Program in working groups as directed or
requested, providing presentations as requested or directed; this may include presenting research and
restoration results at national or international scientific meetings, conferences, or symposia.
● Assist with outreach and education activities, such as tours, presentations, or community events, as
requested or directed.
● Be and remain a collegial member of Mote’s Coral Reef Restoration Research Program.
Additional duties will include assisting with various tasks related to the daily operation of a full-service marine laboratory, assist with field and lab support to visiting scientists, and assist with outreach and education activities as needed including interviews, tours, and workshops.
Minimum Qualifications or Requirements
B.S. degree in the marine or biological sciences form an accredited college or university.
Nationally recognized SCUBA certification (Rescue Diver certification required within 3 months of hire;
divemaster or higher preferred).
Meet and maintain standards for AAUS Scientific Diver rating, including medical requirements.
Valid Florida driver’s license.
Ability to be self-motivated and complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Prior experience working in tropical marine ecosystems and identification of Caribbean corals.
Prior Florida and Caribbean coral nursery experience.
Ability to lift heavy objects or equipment up to 50lbs.
Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with peers and supervisors both verbally and in writing.
Ability to work outdoors, on vessels, and underwater in marginal or inclement conditions periodically
while maintaining a safe, positive, and professional demeanor to execute Mote’s Coral Reef Restoration
Research mission.
Working knowledge of basic computer software (Windows, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite) required.
Working knowledge of advanced computing systems such as common Photogrammetric software (e.g.,
Agisoft Metashape, Viscore), spatial analysis software (e.g., Geographic Information Systems).
Experience and working familiarity with common data management and statistical analysis software (e.g.,
MatLab, SPSS, SAS, R).
Ability to adapt to a changing environment, show initiative and work independently on certain tasks with
minimal direct supervision, and good practical problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
Normal hours are 8 hours within the hours of 7:30-4:30 with one hour lunch break: five days per week;
regularly flexible weekend and modified weekday hours will be required to execute Mote’s Coral Reef
Restoration & Research Mission. Periodic night, weekend, and holiday work will be required.
Preferred Qualifications, Skills, and Abilities
M.S. degree in statistics, marine science, biological sciences, or related relevant field from an accredited
college or university strongly preferred.
Extensive prior scientific diving experience strongly preferred
Ability to operate vessels up to 28’ LOA to support Mote’s coral reef restoration & research activities
preferred.
Prior professional experience with recirculating and flow-through seawater systems – particularly those
designed for the husbandry and production of Scleractinian corals preferred.
Prior supervisory and leadership experience in a laboratory or field setting strongly preferred.
Job Title: Environmental and Occupational Safety Specialist
● In collaboration with key personnel, reviews, manages, and communicates best
practices, conditions, and compliance concerning:
o Staff safety, safe practice of job duties;
o Building, Equipment, and grounds safety and security for staff and public
at all Mote campuses, laboratories, aquariums, shops, offices, vessels, and
operations;
o Patents and product liability;
o Volunteer safety and liability;
o Event safety, security, and liability;
o Boat safety, vessel, and captain legal and licensure requirements,
preventative and ongoing maintenance;
o Vehicle safety, legal and licensure requirements, preventative and ongoing
maintenance, driver record requirements, use of personal vehicles
conducting Mote business;
o Public transport;
o Child safety;
o Independent contractor requirements and compliance
● Assists in implementing annual workers comp safety goals. Coordinating with the
HR Manager to manage worker’s compensation and incident reporting.
● Helps to maintain up-to-date Environmental Health and Safety policy information
section of the MML Employee Manual on regulatory applicability and general
safety and health compliance
● Oversees compliance with federal, state, local, and insurance industry
regulations, guidelines, and prudent practices related to life, fire, and
environmental safety and health
● Develops professional relationships in the industry and with local law
enforcement and emergency services.
● Maintains safety, health, environmental, and waste program-related records and
maintains a library of government health and safety regulations and other
reference materials.
● Performs annual assessment, update, and implementation of Emergency
Preparedness Plans and Emergency Evacuation communications
● Oversees employee personal protective equipment protocols and guides in
designing and implementing ergonomically safe working environments.
● Works closely with key personnel to identify and address areas of risk with
proposed ventures, buildings, events, and other significant activities.
● Collaborates with the Business Office in annual insurance policy renewals,
including data preparation, loss histories, review and negotiations, and
documentation maintenance
● Evaluates and provides recommendations regarding selecting policies, including
but not limited to Property, Casualty, General Liability, Umbrella and Excess,
Worker’s Compensation, Directors and Officers, and Cyber-risk.
● Gathers and maintains Mote’s property loss data and works with outside insurers,
FEMA, and other entities to resolve claims.
● Seeks opportunities and facilitates delivery of training programs, including the
generation, accumulation, and disposal of chemical waste, biomedical and blood-
borne pathogens, radiological waste, laboratory hygiene, emergency procedures,
first aid, CPR, AED, zootoxins, fire prevention and other programs to educate
staff and volunteers in various safety topics.
● Point of contact for staff to report unusual or suspicious activity.
● Other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirement:
● Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License by job start date.
● Bachelor’s Degree with a focus in Environmental and Occupational Health and
Safety preferred.
● Prior advanced experience may be accepted instead of a degree-specific focus.
● Minimum three years experience in Environmental and Occupational Health and
Safety or a related field in an environment with multiple occupational or public
health and safety hazards
● Working knowledge of typical business insurance coverages
● Ability to communicate verbally, in writing, and in computer communications.
● Experience with word processing and spreadsheets.
● Working knowledge of Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety
regulations and issues.
● Ability to multi-task and problem-solve with ease.
Physical Requirements:
● Ability to climb stairs and ladders
● Ability to lift 50 pounds
● Must be able to tolerate environments with chemicals, biologicals, and
radiological
Position Summary
The Community Engagement Specialist for the Upper Florida Keys supports Mote Marine Laboratory’s mission by executing community-facing outreach, events, tours, and public engagement activities that increase public awareness and understanding of Mote’s research, conservation, and restoration efforts focused on coral reef ecosystems in the region. This position plays a key role in representing Mote at public-facing activities and fostering meaningful connections between Mote’s work and the local community.
The Community Engagement Specialist reports to the Community Engagement & Marketing Coordinator and works closely with program staff and internal teams to support outreach activities aligned with regional priorities and institutional messaging.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Community Outreach & Public Engagement
● Support Mote Marine Laboratory’s mission by delivering community-facing outreach and engagement
activities that promote awareness of Mote’s research, conservation, and restoration efforts, including the
Protect Our Reefs (POR) license plate and grant program.
● Execute public-facing events, tours, tabling opportunities, presentations, and outreach activities in the
Upper Florida Keys and surrounding region.
● Serve as an on-site representative of Mote at community events, festivals, meetings, and partner activities,
providing accurate, engaging, and mission-aligned information to diverse audiences.
● Support guided tours, site visits, and public programs at Mote facilities or partner locations, as directed by
the Community Engagement & Marketing Coordinator.
Event Logistics & Coordination
● Assist with planning, logistics, setup, and breakdown for outreach events and activities, including
coordinating materials, displays, signage, outreach supplies, and equipment.
● Coordinate with internal staff, volunteers, and partners, as appropriate, to support successful outreach and
engagement activities.
● Maintain outreach materials, displays, and supplies to ensure readiness for scheduled events and activities.
Content Support & Reporting
● Collect photos, short-form video, and basic content from outreach activities to support marketing,
communications, and reporting needs, as directed.
● Track outreach activities, attendance, and basic engagement metrics, and provide timely reporting to the
Community Engagement & Marketing Coordinator.
Compliance, Safety & Professional Conduct
● Ensure all outreach activities adhere to Mote’s brand standards, messaging guidance, scientific accuracy
requirements, safety protocols, and applicable permitting or access requirements.
● Maintain a professional, positive, and mission-focused presence when interacting with the public, partners,
volunteers, and stakeholders.
● Support additional outreach initiatives or special projects as assigned.
Physical & Environmental Requirements
● Ability to stand for extended periods during events, tours, and outreach activities.
● Ability to lift, carry, and transport outreach materials and equipment (up to approximately 40 lbs).
● Ability to work outdoors in hot, humid, and variable weather conditions, including exposure to sun, heat,
rain, and marine environments.
● Comfortable working around public audiences, outdoor event settings, and active facilities.
Minimum Qualifications
● High school diploma or equivalent.
● Valid Florida driver’s license with a clean driving record.
● Authorization to work in the United States.
● Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse
audiences.
● Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and ability to represent an organization in public-facing settings.
● Ability to follow direction, work collaboratively within a team, and manage assigned tasks effectively.
Preferred Qualifications
● Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in communications, environmental science, marine science, education,
marketing, or a related field.
● Experience supporting community outreach, public engagement, education, events, or customer-facing
programs.
● Familiarity with environmental, marine, or conservation-focused organizations or initiatives.
● Experience assisting with tours, public programs, or informal education activities.
● Basic photography or video experience for documentation or outreach purposes.
● Comfort speaking to groups and interacting with the public in a professional setting.
Work Schedule and Conditions
● Work schedule may include weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays to support outreach events, tours,
and program activities.
● Position is based in the Upper Florida Keys and requires local travel to support outreach activities and
events.
● Role involves a mix of indoor and outdoor work, with frequent public interaction and participation in
community events.
Education Specialist (Summer Camp)
Description
Mote’s Education Department develops and delivers high quality education programs using best practices and technology to reach diverse and global audiences. We inspire active involvement in environmental stewardship, foster learning in future generations, and continue to seek out opportunities to improve and expand our programs and ourselves. The Education Specialist I will teach education programs and work closely with staff, volunteers, and interns throughout the Lab and Aquarium to ensure that the needs of the audiences are being met.
General Duties
The Education Specialist will work in the classroom, throughout the aquarium, and in the water. Duties include, but are not limited to developing, teaching, and evaluating marine science activities and daily set-up and breakdown of camp activities. This year, the role will be split between Mote’s City Island and SEA campuses.
Expectations
Laboratory Category: Non-exempt; seasonal (5/20/26 – 8/05/26)
Working Hours
Monday – Friday with the exact schedule varying based on weekly camp assignment.
Minimum Requirements
Supervision
The Education Specialist is directly supervised by the Camps Program Manager and indirectly by the Director of Education. The position will also be expected to work closely with and provide support for other Program Managers and Program Coordinators.
Supervisory Responsibilities
N/A
Hiring Conditions
The hiring of a successful candidate for this position is conditional on a background check.
Position Summary
The Coral Technician – Aquatic Systems Specialist I supports Mote Marine Laboratory’s coral reef ecosystem
research and restoration mission by serving as a primary operator of aquatic life-support systems supporting
land-based coral nurseries, while also contributing to coral care, propagation, and day-to-day nursery operations.
This position is specialized in the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of filtration, plumbing, pumping, and
water-quality systems that sustain stable nursery conditions. In addition to life-support responsibilities, the role
supports coral nursery activities including coral handling and propagation, preparation for restoration activities,
fabrication and preparation of operational materials, and logistical support for field operations.
Working under the direction of the Nursery Coordinator, this position plays a key role in maintaining system
reliability, water quality, and operational readiness across Upper Keys nursery facilities.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Aquatic Life-Support Systems & Water Quality
● Operate, maintain, and service aquatic life-support systems supporting land-based coral nurseries, including
tanks, raceways, filtration units, pumps, plumbing, UV systems, and associated equipment.
● Execute scheduled and preventative maintenance activities, including filter servicing, media changes,
cartridge replacement, backwashing, and system flushing.
● Monitor system performance and conduct routine water-quality testing; support adjustments as directed to
maintain established biological operating ranges.
● Prepare and mix seawater and system additives in accordance with established protocols.
● Inspect pumps, motors, valves, sensors, and plumbing for wear, leaks, or performance issues; complete
routine repairs within scope and elevate issues as needed.
● Troubleshoot mechanical, plumbing, and flow-related system issues to support reliable operation and
uninterrupted nursery function.
● Maintain accurate maintenance, system, and water-quality records in accordance with program procedures.
Coral Nursery Operations, Care & Propagation
● Perform routine coral care activities including handling, cleaning, inspection, and maintenance of nursery
corals.
● Conduct coral propagation activities, including fragmentation and preparation of corals for continued
nursery growth or restoration use.
● Support routine monitoring and documentation of nursery corals in accordance with established protocols.
● Assist with coral inventory tracking, labeling, and recordkeeping.
● Maintain clean, organized, and biosecure workspaces that support coral health and operational efficiency.
Restoration Materials & Operational Preparation
● Fabricate and prepare nursery and restoration materials to support coral care, propagation, and restoration
activities.
● Prepare and mix materials used for coral outplanting in accordance with established protocols.
● Support the breakdown, cleaning, reconfiguration, and setup of raceways, tanks, and nursery infrastructure.
● Clean, organize, and maintain tools, equipment, and work areas used in nursery and restoration activities.
Field & Operational Support
● Prepare, stage, load, and break down equipment and coral materials to support restoration and research field
activities.
● Provide logistical support for field operations, including inventorying, organizing, and maintaining field
gear and supplies.
● Participate in field activities, including in-water work or scientific diving, as assigned and as certified
(diving is not required for the position).
● Support weather preparedness and response activities, including securing systems, equipment, and facilities
ahead of storm events.
Facilities & General Operations
● Maintain clean, safe, and well-organized workspaces that support nursery operations and research activities.
● Assist with general nursery upkeep and operational tasks as needed.
● Support special projects and evolving operational needs across nursery facilities.
Physical & Environmental Requirements
● Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 60 lbs safely.
● Ability to stand for extended periods and perform tasks requiring bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and
working around water.
● Ability to work in hot, humid, and variable weather conditions.
● Comfortable working around wet surfaces, mechanical equipment, and aquatic life-support systems.
Minimum Qualifications
● Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in marine science, biology, aquaculture, environmental science, or a
related field OR equivalent hands-on experience in coral nurseries, aquaculture, or aquatic systems.
● Valid Florida driver’s license.
● Authorization to work in the United States.
● Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and comfort working with tools, pumps, plumbing, and filtration
systems.
● Ability to perform hands-on, physical work in an operational nursery environment.
● Strong attention to detail and ability to follow biological and technical protocols.
Preferred Qualifications
● Prior experience with coral nurseries, aquaculture facilities, or aquatic life-support systems.
● Familiarity with marine water-quality testing and basic system chemistry.
● Experience supporting coral restoration, nursery operations, or field-based programs.
● SCUBA certification or prior scientific diving experience (preferred but not required).
● Experience working in marine research or restoration programs.
Work Schedule and Conditions
● Regular schedule is Monday through Friday, eight-hour days.
● Occasional weekend, holiday, or extended hours may be required to support system needs, field activities,
emergencies, or weather events.
● Position is based in the Upper Florida Keys and may support multiple nursery facilities.
General Duties:
This position requires a dedicated, self-motivated and detail oriented individual to work as part of the Aquarium Dive Operations team. This position reports to the Aquarium Dive Safety Officer (DSO), to administrate and facilitate safe diving operations within the aquarium at Mote Science Education Aquarium. The main focus of the Guest Immersion Guide/ Maintenance Diver is to perform and assist with the Mote Science and Education Aquarium Guest Immersion Program dives and work directly in partnership with the Dive Officer to perform daily tasks such as, but not limited to: participate in aquarium maintenance dives, dive gear cleaning, dive record keeping, assist and perform in other tasks as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities for Guest Immersion Guide/ Maintenance Diver:
from all levels of water comfortability and all ages, including non-swimmers.
to ensure compliance with Mote Aquarium dive procedures and regulations
Labor Category: Non-Exempt (Federal Fair Labor Standards Act)
The normal work week for a part-time employee is considered to be up to 29 hours; however greater emphasis is placed on meeting the responsibilities assigned to the position rather than on working a specified number of hours.
Working Hours:
Normal hours are a 9 hour shift with one hour for unpaid lunch. Start and end times may vary by day based on the needs of the program. Evening, weekend and holiday shifts will be expected. Occasional longer daily hours or evening hours may be required to complete specific tasks.
Minimum Requirements for Guest Immersion Guide/ Maintenance Diver:
Preferred Licenses and Certifications
Knowledge
Skills
Physical
Position: IT Support Specialist
Department: Information Systems
Reports to: Director of Information Technology
Supervises: N/A
Introduction:
Are you an IT professional looking to take the next step in your career? Do you enjoy solving technical challenges, supporting users, and improving system reliability? If so, we want to hear from you.
Mote Marine is a non-profit research facility and major public attraction with multiple locations throughout the state. We’re seeking an Senior Information System Specialist with a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in Microsoft server environments. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to broaden their expertise across cloud services, identity management, and network operations.
Job Description:
What We’re Looking For
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
If you’re ready to join a team where your skills make a real impact, apply today! BTW, we don’t use AI or bots to score resumes. Every submission will be viewed by an experienced senior leader. So take a few minutes and let us know about you, your skills and what you can add to the team. We’ll take the time to make certain every submission is thoroughly considered.
Position: Manager of Creative Services
Department: Community Relations & Communications (CRC) Department
Reports to: VP of Communications & Strategic Initiatives
Supervises: Graphic Designers, Creative Content Manager, Content Coordinator, creative freelancers/relevant contractors, interns and volunteers
Job Description:
The Manager of Creative Services is responsible for overseeing the successful execution of projects that visually translate and transfer Mote’s mission and priorities to audiences inside and outside the organization. This position is also responsible for the development, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of brand standards; liaising with other departments within the lab and with external contractors/vendors; and providing leadership within the CRC Department. The Manager of Creative Services is expected to seek out new and innovative solutions for accomplishing these responsibilities, in addition to leveraging existing methods and platforms. This position oversees other staff, interns and volunteers as needed to ensure that Mote’s identity is successfully represented in all visual materials.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
The Guest Services Associate serves as a first point of contact for Mote Science Education Aquarium guests.This position is responsible for a variety of guest service operations including daily ticketing and memberships, warmly greeting and assisting guests, and operating guest experiences such as Virtual Reality and Stingray Feeding. The Guest Services Associate will interact with guests and provide exceptional customer service with the goal of exceeding guest expectations for their visit.
Job Responsibilities:
Working Hours:
Normal working hours for a full time employee is 8:30am-5pm, with a half hour unpaid lunch. A normal work week is 30-40 hours. Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
Normal working hours for a part time employee is either 8:30am-5pm, three days a week or 9:15am-
5pm four days a week. A normal work week is 20-29 hours. Must be available to work weekends and
holidays. Part time and Full time positions for Guest Services Associate are available.
Qualifications:
The ideal team member will be:
Supervision: This position reports to the Manager of Guest Services
Labor Category:Non Exempt (Federal Fair Labor Standards Act)
To Apply:
Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing “2025 Guest Services Associate (Nathan Benderson Park Campus” at https://mote.smapply.org/prog/job_applicants or mail a single package including cover letter, resume or c.v. and the contact information for three references to Mote Marine Laboratory, Attn: Human Resources, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other
Mote Marine Laboratory: Eminent Scholar in Ocean Technology
Mote is seeking a full-time senior level researcher to lead the current Mote Ocean Technology Research Program to the next level of innovation focused on autonomous and remotely operated vehicles, next generation robotics and sensor development, and use of artificial intelligence and swarm model algorithms that will together serve as an Ocean Technology Center of Excellence to support research and science education across the institution and beyond. Preferred candidates should have a PhD in a related discipline and over 10 years of marine technology research or engineering related experience, a strong publication record, established network of collaborators, significant history of successful grantsmanship, and proven research program leadership skills. The position is located at Mote’s main laboratory (1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236) campus but will collaborate across Mote’s nine campuses as well as national and international partners around the world. The incumbent establishes the program vision and goals, manages staff, guides program finances, crafts government and philanthropic funding proposals, represents Mote at professional forums, and ensures that all funding deliverables are achieved efficiently and effectively.
Program Overview
Mote envisions significant growth of its existing program into the Ocean Technology Center of Excellence that will be a cornerstone of the evolution of its current 10.5 acre Sarasota City Island campus into an International Marine Science, Technology and Innovation Park. The current Mote Ocean Technology Research Program mission is to develop and utilize various forms of cutting-edge sensor and autonomous vehicle technology in conjunction with a wide range of interdisciplinary scientific goals to assist in addressing complex ocean and coastal issues, streamline processes, and monitor the important ecological parameters off the western shores of Florida such as water quality, water temperature, salinity, dissolved oxygen, and chlorophyll levels in near real time. Center of Excellence research may include but isn’t limited to, sensor development, autonomous and remotely operated vehicles, next generation robotics, and use of swarm model algorithms. It is also expected that the new Ocean Technology Center of Excellence will closely collaborate with the newly launched Mote Artificial Intelligence Marine Science (AIMS) Center. The successful candidate will be an innovator for paradigm changing ocean technology impacts in restoring, sustainable utilizing and conserving ocean species, habitats and ecosystem, as well as creating intellectual property that will stimulate economic growth in southwest Florida. The position affords opportunities for hosting visiting scientists, interactions with researchers from multiple disciplines at Mote, and oversight of postdoctoral fellows, student interns and volunteers. The successful candidate will be selected based on ability to not only strengthen and diversify the Laboratory’s existing research expertise, but also to establish their own innovative research initiatives that address Mote’s Beyond 2020 Vision & Strategic Plan.
Mote Background:
In 2025, Mote is celebrating 70 years as one of the few remaining independent, non-profit international marine research laboratories. Mote’s ocean and coastal research enterprise has 39 Research Programs and Centers, an array of STEM education/outreach efforts, and an aquarium featuring teaching and working laboratories with more than 100 marine species. Mote currently has more than 40 PhD-level scientists, over 300 staff, and approximately 1500 volunteers that are located on its main campus in Sarasota and across eight additional campuses/facilities including a state-of-the-art 200 acre marine and freshwater aquaculture research park, a 19,000 square foot International Center for Coral Reef Research & Restoration in the Florida Keys and a new 145,000 square foot Mote Science Education Aquarium (Mote SEA) that will open in 2025. Mote scientific expertise is considerable and diverse, and is augmented by more than 150 non-resident scientists from more than 100 different U.S. and international institutions who are involved in projects with Mote all around the world.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $150,000.00 – $180,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Schedule: 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Expected hours: 40 per week
Ability to Commute: Sarasota, FL 34236 (Required)
Ability to Relocate: Sarasota, FL 34236: Relocate before starting work (Required)
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply on line by choosing “2025 Ocean Technology Program Manager” at https://mote.smapply.org/prog/job_applicants or mail a single package including cover letter, resume or c.v. and the contact information for three references to Mote Marine Laboratory, Attn: Human Resources, 1600 Ken Thompson Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34236
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or other
