Animal Care Worker

Position Details Advertising/Posting Title Animal Care Worker Diversity Statement The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution.
Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.
Posting Summary With close supervision and training, perform day-to-day care of animals within the University animal research facility, in accordance to established protocols and in compliance with applicable regulations.
Operate autoclave and cage cleaning equipment and follow proper animal care and housing, as determined by departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and institutional policies.
Ensure that animals are properly identified, fed, and observed daily.
Perform daily animal health checks.
Update and maintain husbandry records to ensure that proper research conditions are being maintained.
Assist technicians with medical treatments as needed.
Maintain healthy animals in accordance with The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, legislation as mandated by local, state, and Federal agencies, as well as guidelines set forth by AAALAC.
The importance of animal welfare and animal welfare legislation must be fully understood and followed.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience) High school diploma or equivalent required.
A valid driver’s license and UVM drivers check is required.
Desirable Qualifications Experience handling and caring for animals desirable.
Other Information Special Conditions Weekend work required, Bargaining unit position, External candidates must complete a 4-month probationary period, A probationary period may be required, Occasional evening and/or weekends required (if non-exempt position, may result in overtime), Travel to and from worksites required, 40 hour work week, Background Check required for this position FLSA Non-Exempt Payband Max (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.
0 FTE) equivalent salary.
Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.
0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE)) 27.
47 Payband Min (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.
0 FTE) equivalent salary.
Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.
0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE)) 17.
17 Staff Hiring Band Hiring salary budgeted at mid pay band Union Position Yes, UE ($18 minimum hourly rate) Posting Details Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Job Open Date 11/03/2023 Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.
) Open Until Filled No Position Information Position Title Farm Maint/Animal Care Worker Posting Number S4758PO Department Animal Care Management/30640 Position Number 00026630 Employee FTE 1.
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