Barnyard Experience Operations Manager

Barnyard Experience Operations Manager

REDSTONE RANCH LLC - 2.0

Coconut Creek, FL Job Details Full-time $80,000 - $100,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Biology Medical collection Guest relations Operations management Bachelor's degree in animal science Exotic animal medicine Volunteer management Facilities management Staff scheduling Mid-level Payroll management 3 years Bachelor's degree in biology Managing budgets in a finance role Financial operations management Bachelor's degree Mentoring Animal welfare Animal husbandry Animal Sciences Zoology Crisis management Leadership Staffing management Safety protocol implementation Overseeing training Organizational budget management

Full Job Description Benefits:

Competitive salary Health insurance Paid time off The Barnyard Experience Operations Manager oversees the daily functioning of an interactive animal facility. This role balances rigorous animal husbandry and USDA compliance with public safety, guest services, and staff management. Responsibilities span budgeting, visitor experience, and ensuring compassionate animal care while creating a fun and educational environment for guests of all ages.

Core Responsibilities Animal Welfare & Health:

Supervise daily feeding, enrichment, and medical treatments for a collection of domestic (and sometimes exotic) animals. Ensure enclosures meet USDA and state safety standards.

Staff & Volunteer Management:

Train, schedule, and mentor zookeepers, barn staff, and educational volunteers.

Guest Experience & Education:

Oversee visitor interactions, field trips, events, and safety protocols to ensure the public has a fun, educational, and hygienic experience.

Financial & Administrative Operations:

Manage facility budgets, payroll, supply inventory (including feed and bedding), and cross-departmental operations such as admissions, ticketing, retail, and guest services.

Qualifications & Requirements Experience:

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in zoo management, wildlife education, farm operations, or animal facility management preferred.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Zoology, Animal Science, Biology, or a related field highly preferred.

Skills:

Strong leadership and crisis management skills with the ability to balance operational demands while maintaining a welcoming, guest-focused atmosphere. Additional Information Regular work schedule is Wednesday through Sunday . A relocation budget may be provided for the right candidate.