Join the Ituri Forest team at Disney's Animal Kingdom as an Animal Keeper Associate. This role offers you the chance to enhance your animal husbandry skills while caring for diverse species and working collaboratively with a passionate team. Embrace the outdoors and contribute to animal welfare in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the care, well-being, management, behavioral conditioning and enrichment of various animals in the Ituri Forest collection
Ensure daily routines of cleaning, animal observation, diet preparation and reporting medical needs
Maintain daily records and communicate information to management
Work in various weather conditions including extreme heat and humidity
Collaborate with maintenance, operation managers, horticulture, veterinary staff, educators, and scientists
Provide animal information and conservation messages to guests
Required Qualifications
Prior animal husbandry experience within Disney's Animals, Science & Environment
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role including lifting manure and carrying heavy objects
Demonstrable observation, evaluation, and data collecting skills
Demonstrable Guest service skills
Computer literacy
Preferred Qualifications
2 year Associate's or 4 year college degree in Biology or related field
Experience working with large terrestrial mammals
Practical knowledge and experience with operant conditioning
Benefits & Perks
Health and savings benefitsEducational opportunitiesSpecial perks unique to Disney