Relief Veterinarian
Silverdale, WA · On-site
Navy Marine Mammal Program operational site in Silverdale, WA. The relief veterinarian will provide marine mammal veterinary support on a scheduled and as-needed basis at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor.
Silverdale, WA · On-site
Navy Marine Mammal Program operational site in Silverdale, WA. The relief veterinarian will provide marine mammal veterinary support on a scheduled and as-needed basis at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor.
Silverdale, WA · On-site
Navy Marine Mammal Program operational site in Silverdale, WA. The relief veterinarian will provide marine mammal veterinary support on a scheduled and as-needed basis at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor.
Silverdale, WA · On-site
$42 - $65/hr
Navy Marine Mammal Program (MMP) operational site in Silverdale, WA. The relief veterinarian will provide marine mammal veterinary support on a scheduled and as-needed basis at Naval Base Kitsap ...
Silverdale, WA · On-site
$42 - $65/hr
Navy Marine Mammal Program (MMP) operational site in Silverdale, WA. The relief veterinarian will provide marine mammal veterinary support on a scheduled and as-needed basis at Naval Base Kitsap ...
Clearwater, FL · On-site
$13.75 - $18.50/hr
Length of the program is a minimum of 3 months and a maximum of 6 months, working 30hrs per week ... Great time-management skills with ability to plan, organize, and multi-task * Able to be self ...
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Clearwater, FL · On-site
$13.75 - $18.50/hr
Length of the program is a minimum of 3 months and a maximum of 6 months, working 30hrs per week ... Great time-management skills with ability to plan, organize, and multi-task * Able to be self ...
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Juneau, AK · Hybrid
$28.28/hr
... The Marine Mammal Program mission is advancing science to promote the sound management of marine mammals for the people of Alaska. The Arctic Marine Mammal Program (AMMP) conducts research on 11 ...
Juneau, AK · Hybrid
$28.28/hr
... The Marine Mammal Program mission is advancing science to promote the sound management of marine mammals for the people of Alaska. The Arctic Marine Mammal Program (AMMP) conducts research on 11 ...
Juneau, AK · On-site
$28.28/hr
The Marine Mammal Program mission is advancing science to promote the sound management of marine mammals for the people of Alaska. The Arctic Marine Mammal Program (AMMP) conducts research on 11 ...
Juneau, AK · On-site
$28.28/hr
The Marine Mammal Program mission is advancing science to promote the sound management of marine mammals for the people of Alaska. The Arctic Marine Mammal Program (AMMP) conducts research on 11 ...
$40K - $80K/yr
ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is looking for a Marine Mammal Assistant for our San Diego, CA ... S. Navy Coxswain's certification, and Operational experience using maritime navigational devices ...
$40K - $80K/yr
ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is looking for a Marine Mammal Assistant for our San Diego, CA ... S. Navy Coxswain's certification, and Operational experience using maritime navigational devices ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$40K - $80K/yr
Description SAIC is looking for a Marine Mammal Assistant for our San Diego, CA location . In this ... S. Navy Coxswain's certification, and Operational experience using maritime navigational devices ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$40K - $80K/yr
Description SAIC is looking for a Marine Mammal Assistant for our San Diego, CA location . In this ... S. Navy Coxswain's certification, and Operational experience using maritime navigational devices ...
Miami, FL · On-site
The Marine Mammal Data Manager will support data collection, management, and survey coordination within the SEFSC Marine Mammal and Turtle Division. This role oversees all aspects of field research ...
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Miami, FL · On-site
The Marine Mammal Data Manager will support data collection, management, and survey coordination within the SEFSC Marine Mammal and Turtle Division. This role oversees all aspects of field research ...
$40K - $80K/yr
ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is looking for a Marine Mammal Assistant 1 for our San Diego, CA ... S. Navy Coxswain's certification, and Operational experience using maritime navigational devices ...
$40K - $80K/yr
ORA_ON_SITE Description SAIC is looking for a Marine Mammal Assistant 1 for our San Diego, CA ... S. Navy Coxswain's certification, and Operational experience using maritime navigational devices ...
Sausalito, CA · On-site
Location of Program: Marin Headlands, Sausalito, California Reports to: Director of Pathology ... During their time at The Marine Mammal Center, they will become familiar with marine mammal gross ...
Sausalito, CA · On-site
Location of Program: Marin Headlands, Sausalito, California Reports to: Director of Pathology ... During their time at The Marine Mammal Center, they will become familiar with marine mammal gross ...
The Marine Mammal Data Manager will support data collection, management, and survey coordination within the SEFSC Marine Mammal and Turtle Division. This role oversees all aspects of field research ...
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The Marine Mammal Data Manager will support data collection, management, and survey coordination within the SEFSC Marine Mammal and Turtle Division. This role oversees all aspects of field research ...
Miami, FL · On-site
The Marine Mammal Data Manager will support data collection, management, and survey coordination within the SEFSC Marine Mammal and Turtle Division. This role oversees all aspects of field research ...
Miami, FL · On-site
The Marine Mammal Data Manager will support data collection, management, and survey coordination within the SEFSC Marine Mammal and Turtle Division. This role oversees all aspects of field research ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
SAIC is looking for a Marine Mammal Assistant for our San Diego, CA location . In this role, the ... S. Navy Coxswain's certification, and Operational experience using maritime navigational devices ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
SAIC is looking for a Marine Mammal Assistant for our San Diego, CA location . In this role, the ... S. Navy Coxswain's certification, and Operational experience using maritime navigational devices ...
Miami, FL · On-site
The Marine Mammal Data Manager will support data collection, management, and survey coordination within the SEFSC Marine Mammal and Turtle Division. This role oversees all aspects of field research ...
Miami, FL · On-site
The Marine Mammal Data Manager will support data collection, management, and survey coordination within the SEFSC Marine Mammal and Turtle Division. This role oversees all aspects of field research ...
SAIC is looking for a Marine Mammal Assistant for our San Diego, CA location . In this role, the ... S. Navy Coxswain's certification, and Operational experience using maritime navigational devices ...
SAIC is looking for a Marine Mammal Assistant for our San Diego, CA location . In this role, the ... S. Navy Coxswain's certification, and Operational experience using maritime navigational devices ...
Sausalito, CA · On-site
Description Location of Program: Marin Headlands, Sausalito, California Reports to: Director of ... During their time at The Marine Mammal Center, they will become familiar with marine mammal gross ...
Sausalito, CA · On-site
Description Location of Program: Marin Headlands, Sausalito, California Reports to: Director of ... During their time at The Marine Mammal Center, they will become familiar with marine mammal gross ...
Sausalito, CA · On-site
Location of Program: Marin Headlands, Sausalito, California Reports to: Director of Pathology ... During their time at The Marine Mammal Center, they will become familiar with marine mammal gross ...
Sausalito, CA · On-site
Location of Program: Marin Headlands, Sausalito, California Reports to: Director of Pathology ... During their time at The Marine Mammal Center, they will become familiar with marine mammal gross ...
Gulfport, MS · On-site
... management, guestexperience, and Aquarium public relations • Actively participates in the ... Experience in preparing and conducting public educational programs * Able to lift a minimum of ...
Gulfport, MS · On-site
... management, guestexperience, and Aquarium public relations • Actively participates in the ... Experience in preparing and conducting public educational programs * Able to lift a minimum of ...
The Marine Mammal Science program is housed in a restored historic mansion estate on Sarasota Bay, separate from the main campus, with two dedicated buildings and direct dock access. These facilities ...
The Marine Mammal Science program is housed in a restored historic mansion estate on Sarasota Bay, separate from the main campus, with two dedicated buildings and direct dock access. These facilities ...
... animal care, animal management, guestexperience, and Aquarium public relations Actively ... Experience in preparing and conducting public educational programs * Able to lift a minimum of ...
... animal care, animal management, guestexperience, and Aquarium public relations Actively ... Experience in preparing and conducting public educational programs * Able to lift a minimum of ...
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| Aspect | Manager Navy Marine Mammal Program | Marine Mammal Trainer |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Typically requires advanced degrees in marine biology, zoology, or related fields, along with management experience | Usually requires a high school diploma or bachelor's degree, with specialized training in marine mammal care |
| Work Environment | Research facilities, military bases, and training centers focused on marine mammal deployment and management | Aquariums, marine parks, and research centers focused on daily animal care and training |
| Employer & Industry | U.S. Navy, military, defense industry | Public aquariums, marine parks, research institutions |
The Manager Navy Marine Mammal Program oversees the strategic management and deployment of marine mammals for military purposes, requiring advanced education and leadership skills. In contrast, Marine Mammal Trainers focus on daily animal care, training, and enrichment in public or research settings. While both roles involve marine mammals, their responsibilities, work environments, and required credentials differ significantly.

The National Marine Mammal Foundation is seeking applicants for a relief veterinarian to provide clinical, on-call, and emergency veterinary services for a U.S. Navy Marine Mammal Program operational site in Silverdale, WA. The relief veterinarian will provide marine mammal veterinary support on a scheduled and as-needed basis at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor. Relief coverage throughout the year will vary with respect to duration and frequency.
Primary ResponsibilitiesVeterinarians in this position provide 24/7 clinical care in cases of illness, injury, or disease, as well as preventative medicine for the MMP's bottlenose dolphins and California sea lions. During scheduled relief coverage, veterinarians will carry out primary on-call responsibility under the direction and/or supervision of a full-time MMP veterinarian. Veterinarians in this role must work a minimum of one on-call weekend a month, and cover one major holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Eve) per year.
Applicant QualificationsPreference will be given to applicants with previous marine mammal, zoo, and/or wildlife experience.
Educational RequirementsApplications should be submitted directly to the NMMF website's Career Opportunities page. All application materials must be received no later than July 1, 2026.
The NMMF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to improve and protect life for marine mammals, humans, and our shared oceans through science, service, and education. NMMF supports the U.S. Navy's ability to provide exceptional medical care and training of their marine mammals. Additional information about the National Marine Mammal Foundation can be found at www.nmmf.org. Additional information about the position may be obtained by contacting hr@nmmf.org.
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