Zoological Manager

Job Posting Title:

Zoological Manager

Req ID:

10149018

Job Description:

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is seeking experienced candidates for a Zoological Manager position on the Birds team.  The Zoological Manager, in partnership with a team of Zoological Managers and the Animal Operations Manager, is responsible for the day-to-day management of a large bird collection and staff.  Duties include oversight of all aspects of animal husbandry, staff selection and development, and facilities management.

This is a Full Time position.

You will report to the Animal Operations Manager.

What You Will Do

• 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.
• Manage all aspects of husbandry for the bird collection, including welfare, reproduction, and behavioral husbandry.
• Primary contact for animal health, nutrition, horticulture, operations, education and facilities.
• Along with the Animal Operations Manager, develop and implement the area’s animal collection plan.
• Ensure accurate and timely animal data collection.
• Assist in managing the area budget
• Promote and enforce company guidelines, policies and standards
• Take leadership role during emergency situations (i.e. animal escapes or injuries, severe weather, etc.)
• Promote and participate in guest interactions
• Organize and coordinate animal shipments with other facilities

Required Qualifications & Skills

• At least 9 or more years of combined animal management experience - could include on the job experience and/or post-high school education.
• 5+ years of paid experience at an AZA accredited or equivalent facility
• Demonstrated leadership ability, and to positively interact within a team environment
• Demonstrated strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Schedule availability to include weekends, variable shifts, and holidays

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Previous leadership experience
• Experience with a wide variety of avian taxa
• Experience managing birds in large free-flight aviaries
• Experience with artificial incubation and hand-rearing
• Experience managing hoofed stock
• Experience with animal population management

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

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 (opens in new window).

The hiring range for this position in Florida is $75,700.00-$101,400.00per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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:

2026-04-30