Description

The Vice President of Animal Care is responsible for leading the Animal Care Division of the client, which is an organization dedicated to ocean conservation. This visionary role emphasizes marine life well-being, scientific excellence, and strategic development. The Vice President will foster collaboration across various departments, such as education, guest experience, and exhibitions, to promote conservation impact. This position is vital in aligning animal care programs with the organization's mission to inspire conservation of the ocean. It offers the opportunity to shape the future of animal care within the organization while maintaining the highest standards of marine life well-being. The role involves comprehensive strategic planning and management of a significant budget, exceeding $12 million, to support the Animal Care Division. The Vice President will supervise department directors, encouraging a culture of excellence and continuous professional development. Key responsibilities include overseeing Dive Programs, Veterinary Services, and Husbandry Operations. The position also requires leading the development of dynamic living exhibits, ensuring they meet scientific and aesthetic standards, and collaborating with exhibitions to deliver a transformative guest experience. Innovation in animal care practices and scientific discovery are central to the role's objectives. To fulfill these responsibilities, the Vice President needs to work cross-functionally, ensuring all animal care programs align with the client's long-term strategic plans and conservation goals. The individual will maintain scientific and organizational integrity by supporting guest experiences that reflect innovative animal care discoveries and scientific advancements. This position demands a visionary leader who can champion collaboration, strategic leadership, and the continuous improvement of marine life care standards while driving the organization's mission forward. The role is geographically located with expectations for on-site management, but no major travel requirements are specified.