Zoological Manager - Small Mammal/Ectotherm Team

Job ID 10111316 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Feb. 19, 2025

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Job Summary:

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 Do

Lead area team to deliver uncompromising excellence in animal care and welfare
Direct supervision and management of a large animal keeper staff – including staff selection, development and performance reviews
Co-manage of all aspects of husbandry for the Small Mammal Ectotherm team
Promote and implement safety protocols, company guidelines, policies and standards
Primary contact for animal health, nutrition, horticulture, operations, education and facilities
Interact with other zoological facilities and conservation organizations on issues regarding the progressive animal care, husbandry, sustainability, research and conservation
Along with the Animal Operations Manager, develop and implement the area’s animal collection plan and guest experiences
In partnership with the Behavioral Husbandry team, run the area’s animal training, enrichment and welfare programs
Lead, develop and promote the delivery of inspiring guest experiences
Ensure accurate and timely animal data collection in the ZIMS system
Assist in handling the area budget and special projects
Organize and coordinate animal shipments with other facilities
Take 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 team
Perform the Animal Care Duty Manager role, as the need arises

Required Qualifications & Skills

Minimum of five years of paid animal care/management experience at an AZA accredited or equivalent facility
Confirmed leadership experience, official or unofficial in capacity
Proven ability to positively interact within a team environment
Demonstrated strong organizational, problem solving and both oral and written communication skills
Computer proficiency with Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint and ZIMS)
Schedule availability to include weekends, variable shifts, and holidays

Preferred Qualifications

Previous leadership experience within an AZA accredited facility
Experience with a wide variety of taxa management, including ambassador mammals and domestic species within guest experiences and education settings
Experience in developing animal guest experiences with ambassador animals
Experience managing and developing behavioral husbandry practices
Experience with animal population management

Education

High school degree or equivalent experience

Preferred Education

Bachelor's or associate degree in Zoology or related field

Additional 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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About Walt Disney World Resort:

Since opening in 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has played an important role in many childhood and family memories. Today, hundreds of millions of guests from around the globe visit this magical place to enjoy a Disney vacation. Through a combination of creativity, innovation and technology, the resort immerses guests in classic Disney tales and new kinds of family entertainment. Drawing from a rich heritage of storytelling, Walt Disney World Resort cast members bring Disney magic to life through unmatched attention to detail and superior guest service.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney World Resort.

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