Leading Animal Behavior and Ambassador Experience Expert

7 days ago


Dallas, Texas, United States Dallas Zoo Management Full time

**Job Summary**

Dallas Zoo Management seeks a highly experienced and skilled Senior Curator to oversee the Animal Behavior and Ambassadors department. This role requires a strong leader who can develop care staff, implement effective behavioral husbandry and enrichment practices, and plan/direct the management of all Animal Ambassador programs.

The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of animal husbandry, with at least 15 years of exotic animal care experience at an AZA-accredited facility and at least 10 years at a supervisory level experience preferred. They should possess a thorough understanding of ambassador animal programming, associated AZA ambassador animal policies & protocols, and current topics in the industry.

The Senior Curator will be responsible for developing care staff, implementing and evaluating effective behavioral husbandry and enrichment practices, and planning/directing the management of all Animal Ambassador programs. They will also be responsible for the animals and associated facilities of the Behavior & Ambassador Department, serving as the primary contact and liaison for the department.

**Key Responsibilities**

  • Develop care staff through training and development initiatives
  • Implement and evaluate effective behavioral husbandry and enrichment practices
  • Plan and direct the management of all Animal Ambassador programs
  • Responsible for the animals and associated facilities of the Behavior & Ambassador Department
  • Serve as the primary contact and liaison for the department

**Requirements**

  • Bachelor's degree in biology or a related science field preferred
  • At least 15 years of exotic animal care experience at an AZA-accredited facility
  • At least 10 years at a supervisory level experience preferred
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

**Salary Range**

$85,000 - $110,000 per year

This salary estimate is based on national averages for senior curators in the United States and may vary depending on location and other factors.



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