Zoological Manager

Overview

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Leads, supports, and coordinates all animal behavior and husbandry requirements for an assigned animal habitat area in SeaWorld Abu Dhabi
• Develops and maintains safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for guests, colleagues and animals
• Develops behavior and enrichment plans for all animals in the assigned realm
• Oversees the care and maintenance of all guest-facing displays as well as quarantine facilities
• Monitors the trainings and development of all colleagues in the section, evaluates their competency level and ensures that all required certifications are acquired
• Manages the schedules and tasks assignments of the team
• Monitors the activities and performance of the team, identifies areas for improvement and communicates the necessary updates
• Maintains and improves high standards of animal welfare and behavior that meet or exceed all professional zoo/aquarium accreditation standards
• Assists with the development of future attractions and interaction programs for the park
• Collaborates with the leadership, other sections of Zoological and other departments with regards to the status of animals, shows, programs or presentation
• Develops, updates and manages animal presentation behavioral plans and high-quality animal/guest interaction programs
• Works with the leadership on the animal population management planning and initiatives
• Participates in developing animal presentations’ goals and objectives
• Assists the leadership on the sections budget, operating and capital expenses
• Performs other duties as assigned

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, related to the Zoological field to include: animal behavior or natural sciences
• 7 years of animal husbandry and behavioral experience in a zoological facility
• 3 years of experience in a Zoological leadership position
• 3 years of professional experience working with marine mammals
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Thorough knowledge with professional zoo/aquarium, animal behavior and conservation communities

Desirable

• Master's degree in behavioral, zoological or natural sciences
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