Job Posting Title:

Zoological Manager - Small Mammal/Ectotherm Team

Req ID:

10111316

Job Description:

About the Role & Team

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is seeking experienced candidates for a Zoological Manager position on the Small Mammal Ectotherm Team. As the Zoological Manager, in partnership with a team of Zoological Managers and the Animal Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the large Small Mammal Ectotherm collection and staff. Duties include oversight of all aspects of animal husbandry, staff selection and development, and facilities management with a primary focus on the Ectotherm animal collection.

In this role, you will report to the Animal Operations Manager.

What You Will DoLead area team to deliver uncompromising excellence in animal care and welfareDirect supervision and management of a large animal keeper staff – including staff selection, development and performance reviewsCo-manage of all aspects of husbandry for the Small Mammal Ectotherm teamPromote and implement safety protocols, company guidelines, policies and standardsPrimary contact for animal health, nutrition, horticulture, operations, education and facilitiesInteract with other zoological facilities and conservation organizations on issues regarding the progressive animal care, husbandry, sustainability, research and conservationAlong with the Animal Operations Manager, develop and implement the area’s animal collection plan and guest experiencesIn partnership with the Behavioral Husbandry team, run the area’s animal training, enrichment and welfare programsLead, develop and promote the delivery of inspiring guest experiencesEnsure accurate and timely animal data collection in the ZIMS systemAssist in handling the area budget and special projectsOrganize and coordinate animal shipments with other facilitiesTake leadership role during emergency situations (i.e. animal escapes or injuries, severe weather, etc.)Become qualified as a member of the Animal Escape, Recovery and Firearms teamPerform the Animal Care Duty Manager role, as the need arisesRequired Qualifications & SkillsMinimum of five years of paid animal care/management experience at an AZA accredited or equivalent facilityConfirmed leadership experience, official or unofficial in capacityProven ability to positively interact within a team environmentDemonstrated strong organizational, problem solving and both oral and written communication skillsComputer proficiency with Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint and ZIMS)Schedule availability to include weekends, variable shifts, and holidaysPreferred QualificationsPrevious leadership experience within an AZA accredited facilityExperience with a wide variety of taxa management, including ambassador mammals and domestic species within guest experiences and education settingsExperience in developing animal guest experiences with ambassador animalsExperience managing and developing behavioral husbandry practicesExperience with animal population managementEducationHigh school degree or equivalent experiencePreferred EducationBachelor's or associate degree in Zoology or related fieldAdditional Information

Benefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life! This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide! Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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Job Posting Segment:

Park Ops

Job Posting Primary Business:

Animal Progrms & Environmntal Initiatives (WDW)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Animal Programs Keepers/Zoological

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-02-19