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Rainforest Staff

Galveston, TX · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Communicate problems with animals and exhibits to Senior Biologist/Curators. * Follow Moody Gardens call out procedures as well as communicating with the team when you are unable to come to work.

Rainforest Staff

Galveston, TX · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Communicate problems with animals and exhibits to Senior Biologist/Curators. * Follow Moody Gardens call out procedures as well as communicating with the team when you are unable to come to work.

Develops, maintains, and strengthens relationships with members of the broader arts community including artists, curators, educators, writers, journalists, collectors, and cultural institutions in ...

Develops, maintains, and strengthens relationships with members of the broader arts community including artists, curators, educators, writers, journalists, collectors, and cultural institutions in ...

$60 - $80/hr

Review project budgets in collaboration with curators, the Exhibitions Registrar, and the Director of Finance. * Coordinate exhibition staff surveys and provide data and reports on exhibitions for ...

Curators oversee gallery operations during open hours, guide visitors through exhibitions, and maintain a professional, secure, and organized space. This role provides practical experience in gallery ...

ACTION PACK - AUDITIONS

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Our curators of fun. It's their mission to create an entertaining game experience for fans of all ages. JOIN THE ACTION PACK On game day, find 'em in the skyways and outside Target Center ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for curators in the United States is $76,262.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,500.00 and $84,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Rainforest Staff

Galveston, TX • On-site

Moody Gardens
501 - 1,000 employees

$18 - $20/hr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago


Moody Gardens rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 21 rated visitor attractions


Job description

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Professional Animal Care
  • Report to work location by scheduled time.
  • Maintain clean, professional appearance.
  • Perform daily routines as scheduled.
  • Maintain appropriate animal records.
  • Assist with animal treatments as directed.
  • Assist with animal movements as directed.

Communication
  • Conduct yourself in a helpful, patient manner with staff, volunteers and guests.
  • Participate in various public presentations, with or without animals.
  • Communicate problems with animals and exhibits to Senior Biologist/Curators.
  • Follow Moody Gardens call out procedures as well as communicating with the team when you are unable to come to work.

Facility Maintenance
  • Observe and maintain assigned areas.
  • Report supply needs to Senior Biologist / Curators.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
High School diploma or equivalent. Experience in the handling and care of animals preferred. Must be organized, self-motivated, with a desire to see projects through to completion. Must be able to swim and, if required in work area, be willing to obtain dive certification. Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Must have a strong desire to work with animals and provide them with the best care available. Must have good observation skills. Must work with other employees, volunteers and the public in a polite, patient and professional manner. Must be willing to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Subject to the possibility of bites and stings. Work in water, both man- made and natural, with temperatures ranging from 45 - 90oF. Heavy lifting (50 pounds or more), walking, bending, crawling and working within a wet environment. Outdoor work on occasion, under variety of conditions ranging from seasonal to extreme: cold weather, hot weather, rain, mud, ocean environments, and dry land. Availability for overtime, both non-emergency and emergency situations.

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