Zoological Manager - Large Animal Team
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10086901 Location Lake Buena Vista, Florida, United States Business Walt Disney World Resort Date posted Apr. 25, 2024Job Summary:
About the Role & Team
As a Zoological Manager for Disney's Animal Kingdom, you will be on a multi-manager team that leads the Ituri/Elephant husbandry programs, daily maintenance, development of keeper routines, animal enrichment, behavior modification, exhibit design, staff selection, staff development, and assists with animal acquisition and deacquisition. The collection of this team is focused on African hoof stock and large birds, elephants, rhinos and hippos.
In this role, you will report to the Animal Operations Manager of Disney's Animal Kingdom – Ituri/Elephant Team.
What You Will Do
- Lead area team to deliver uncompromising excellence in animal care and welfare
- Promote and enforce Company guidelines, policies and standards
- Select, train, evaluate and develop area Animal Keeper staff
- Act as primary contact for Veterinary, Nutrition, Horticulture, Operations, Education, and Maintenance issues
- Assume leadership role during emergency situations.
- Participate in collection planning for species in the area
- In partnership with the Behavioral Husbandry team, manage the area animal training and enrichment programs
- Partner and manage the development of area research and education programs
- Interact with other zoological facilities and conservation organizations on issues regarding the progressive animal care, husbandry, research and conservation
- Participate in scientific meetings, conferences and workshops, when appropriate
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Minimum five years of paid experience at an AZA accredited or equivalent facility
- Demonstrated leadership ability
- Demonstrated ability to positively interact within a team environment, with ability to deliver and receive constructive feedback to improve team performance
- Demonstrated strong organizational, problem solving and communication skills
- Computer proficiency with Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum one year of leading teams of animal professionals
- Experience with hoofed stock, elephants, rhinos and hippos
- Experience in operant conditioning, and enrichment
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, utilizing strong interpersonal and partnering skills.
Education
- High school degree or equivalent
Preferred Education
- 4 year college degree in biology 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.
Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
