Wildlife Conservation Collections Manager

White Oak Conservation; Yulee (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

White Oak Conservation in northeast Florida is seeking an Animal Collections Manager (Hoof stock) to lead a dedicated team and oversee daily hoofstock husbandry, training, and enrichment. The role partners with Veterinary and Education to implement best practices for care and safe public presentations.

You will mentor staff, develop conservation breeding plans, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance while representing White Oak in external collaborations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or Animal Science; MS preferred.
• Minimum of five years of animal care experience.
• Minimum of two years supervisory experience.
• AZA accredited institution experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily husbandry of hoofstock, including feeding, medicating, training and enrichment.
• Supervises and mentors Animal Management staff and interns; manages scheduling and performance reviews.
• Ensures compliance with federal/state regulations and internal policies for wildlife.
• Collaborates with Veterinary and Education departments for best practices in care and public presentations.
• Contributes to strategic planning, budget, and habitat design within the wildlife area.

Skills

Team leadership

Animal husbandry

Strong communication

Heavy equipment operation

Education

B.S. in Biology/Animal Science (preferred; M.S. preferred)

Two years supervisory experience

AZA experience a plus

Tools

ISIS system

Job description

White Oak Conservation in northeast Florida is seeking an Animal Collections Manager (Hoof stock) to lead a dedicated team and oversee daily hoofstock husbandry, training, and enrichment. The role partners with Veterinary and Education to implement best practices for care and safe public presentations.

You will mentor staff, develop conservation breeding plans, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance while representing White Oak in external collaborations.