Job Description

Job Title General Curator

Description

The job scope includes:

• Leads, supports, and coordinates of all zoological disciplines for SeaWorld Abu Dhabi
• Maintains and continuously improves high standards of zoological practice and facilities that meet or exceed all professional zoo/aquarium accreditation standards
• Develops zoological teams and colleagues
• Maintains open and continuous lines of communication with the General Manager and other department leaders as an integral member of the facility operating team
• Engages and collaborates with Farah Experiences leadership team on business initiatives
• Responsible for adherence to all legal, regulatory and company policies within the Zoological department
• Ensures compliance with zoological requirements of all agreements entered into between Farah and SEA, including the Definitive
• Provides strategic direction and contribution to the planning, organization and implementation of the facilitys short/long term plans and goals
• Responsible for the Zoological department headcount budget and planning
• Plans and develops the departments annual operating budget in coordination with the Finance Business Partner and the General Manager
• Works with the Facility Leadership team to develop and manage revenue programs
• Supports the development of future attractions and interaction programs for the facility
• Develops the SeaWorld Abu Dhabi animal collection including all aspects of behavior, health and husbandry, acquisition and disposition, guest contact and interaction programs, in line with SEA global zoological goals and initiatives
• Promotes a culture of colleagues and animal safety; drives compliance with existing safety policies while encouraging the review and renewal
• Ensures any noncompliance and/or safety related incidents are promptly investigated and corrective action taken as needed in conjunction with the HSE and/or HR
• Collaborates with the Marketing team to promote a positive image of the facility and company
• Participates in developing long-range goals and objectives, including capital planning
• Reviews analysis of activities, costs, operations and forecast data to determine progress towards stated goals and objectives
• Supports the General Manger in identifying and monitoring key results and financial performance

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Advanced degree (Masters, PhD, or DVM) in the Zoological field to include animal sciences, education, other natural sciences or related disciplines, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 15 years of employment experience in a zoo, aquarium, oceanarium organization and animal conservation communities
• 5 or more years of experience as a General Curator or equivalent zoo primary leadership role
• 5 years of experience with in-park revenue programs and in the development and oversight of zoological budgets
• Demonstrates high-level business acumen and working knowledge of industry developments
• Extensive leadership, communication and teamwork skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent with professional zoo/aquarium and animal behavior and conservation communities
• Advanced computer skills, including MS Office applications

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