Animal Care Worker
University of Missouri - Columbia (MU)
Columbia, MO
Full-time
Veterinary
Posted on April 11, 2024
Hiring Department
Office of Animal Resources
In order to be considered as a Union Bidder for this position you must:
• complete ALL sections of the application (including all work experience - incomplete applications will not be considered)
• complete six months of regular service at the University
• apply within the published, five-day posting period
• meet the minimum qualifications for the vacancy
Your qualifications for this position will be evaluated based on the information you provide on your job application. Once the job posting period is closed, there will be no opportunity to submit additional information regarding your qualifications. Therefore, you need to ensure that your application materials are complete when submitted.
Job Description
The University of Missouri seeks a reliable and service-oriented Animal Care Worker to support the Office of Animal Resources efforts to develop and deliver care, support, and help to University clients. The successful candidate will foster and maintain positive relationships with co-workers, clients, and other lab personnel. Must have a desire to work with and care for animals on a daily basis.
Key Duties Performed By This Position Will Include
- Research animal husbandry and colony management
- Follows protocols to ensure the health and welfare of animals in care
- Facility cleaning and upkeep
- Washing dirty equipment and caging
- Prepping and sterilizing clean caging
- Maintaining animal care supplies and inventory
- Lifting, pushing, pulling up to 50 pounds
- Some repetitious movements of arms and hands
- Walking/standing while using a biosafety cabinet
- Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and protocols
- Excellent time management skills and an attention to detail in documentation practices
- Capable of working both independently and in a collaborative team setting
- Successful must demonstrate customer service, collaboration, confidentiality, integrity and a commitment to inclusion, diversity and equal opportunity in their activities.
7:00 am – 3:30 pm, Tuesday - Saturday
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to read and write.
One to two years of experience with caring for horses and/or livestock.
Ability on a daily basis to:
- Lift items weighing up to 70 lbs.
- Grasp handles of shovels for scooping.
- Climb on railings.
- Grasp brooms and mops for cleaning.
- Observe animal behavior.
- Work around dust, chemicals, animal waste and water.
Animal care experience required
AALAS certification at ALAT, LAT, or LATg preferred
Punctual, Attentive, Driven, Motivated
Must be trainable and motivated to complete tasks without micromanaging. Tasks include washing/hosing kennels, facility upkeep, providing feed and some minimal animal treatment. Hearing conservation program enrollment is required
Anticipated Hiring Range
Hiring Range: $15.00 per hour
Grade: GGS B
University Title: Animal Care Worker
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Application Materials
Resume
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
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In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
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