Zoological Manager, Small Mammal Ectotherm Team Lead

Disney Experiences; Lake Buena Vista (FL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Educational opportunities

Disney perks and rewards

Job summary

Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Florida seeks an experienced Zoological Manager for the Small Mammal Ectotherm Team. You will oversee day-to-day management of the SME collection and staff, including animal husbandry, staff development, and facilities management, with a focus on ongoing guest experiences.

You will lead a team of zoological managers and report to the Animal Operations Manager. This full-time role requires weekend/holiday availability and a strong track record in AZA standards.

Qualifications

• Nine years of combined animal management experience (on the job or post-high school).
• Five years of paid experience at an AZA accredited or equivalent facility.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Ability to interact positively within a team environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to deliver uncompromising excellence in animal care and welfare.
• Direct supervision and management of a large animal keeper staff, including selection, development and performance reviews.
• Co-manage all aspects of husbandry for the Small Mammal Ectotherm team.
• Promote and enforce safety protocols, guidelines, policies, and standards.
• Be primary contact for animal health, nutrition, horticulture, operations, education and facilities.
• Interact with other zoological facilities and conservation organizations on care, sustainability, research and conservation.
• Develop and implement the area’s animal collection plan and guest experiences with the Animal Operations Manager.
• Manage the area’s training, enrichment and welfare programs with the Behavioral Husbandry team.
• Deliver inspiring guest experiences.
• Ensure accurate animal data collection in ZIMS.

Skills

Animal management

Leadership

Communication

Team interaction

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

ZIMS

Oral and written communication

Schedule flexibility

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Zoology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

SharePoint

ZIMS

Job description

Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Florida seeks an experienced Zoological Manager for the Small Mammal Ectotherm Team. You will oversee day-to-day management of the SME collection and staff, including animal husbandry, staff development, and facilities management, with a focus on ongoing guest experiences.

You will lead a team of zoological managers and report to the Animal Operations Manager. This full-time role requires weekend/holiday availability and a strong track record in AZA standards.