Aquarium of the Pacific

Animal care - the Aquarium's husbandry department oversees all of the care, feeding, and life support systems needed to support over 12,000 animals representing over 500 species in more than 100 exhibits, including several touch tank experiences. Sea lions, sea otters, sharks, rays, diving birds, sea jellies, corals, sea dragons, turtles, and fish of all types from temperate to tropical species are on display. Caretaking includes feeding of the highest quality sustainable seafood available, monitoring water quality and all life support systems, medical exams and routine procedures, and providing proper exhibit and behind the scenes space available to the animals.

Education - the Aquarium's education programs are designed to foster connections between people and the ocean, and to advance science learning for a broad range of learners of all ages and backgrounds. At the heart of the Aquarium's education department are over 20 classroom and auditorium programs that align with California mandated science k-12 standards, complementing and reinforcing what students learn in their regular classrooms, and exposing them to a unique, hands-on learning experience. We also serve title i and other disadvantaged students through our scholarship program, on-site free admission or a visit to the school site by Aquarium on wheels. the Aquarium on wheels, our outreach vehicle has served an average of 35,439 students and community members annually with educational presentations and interactive touch tanks.

Guest services - responsible for all guest interactions except for education and interpretation. Collect funds from on-site visitors, ensure safety and cleanliness of the facility

Retail operations - create or research products for sale that reflect the public's direct experience in the Aquarium, including original books interpreting the visitor experience, and merchandise to educate and remind the visitor of their experiences at the Aquarium.