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Kansas State University Animal Technician I - Large Animal Caretaker (Temp) in Manhattan, Kansas
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\ \ Animal Technician I - Large Animal Caretaker (Temp)\ \ Department: 3670080070 Veterinary Health Center\ Job no: 516229\ Employment type: Temporary Full-time\ Location: Manhattan, Kansas\ Worksite: On-site requirement\ Categories: Veterinary Medicine\ Pay Grade: 05A\ \ \ About This Role:\ The Veterinary Health Center (VHC) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking applicants for a full-time temporary Animal Technician I - Large Animal Caretaker. This position exists to provide quality animal care to patient, teaching and research animals in the KSU-VHC.\ \ Why Join Us:\ Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits\ \ We Support Diversity and Inclusion:\ Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.{target="_blank" rel="noopener"}\ \ Worksite Options:\ This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.\ \ Visit this link for K-State\'s guidance and policies on remote work and flexible work arrangements. Remote work agreements are required for all flexible work arrangements and are subject to review.\ \ What You\'ll Need to Succeed:\ Minimum Qualifications:
- No minimum requirements. This position is covered by the Kansas Association of Public Employees (KAPE) agreement.
\ Preferred Qualifications:
- Prefer three years of experience in caring for large animals (especially veterinary hospital experience).
- Ability to write and interpret written instructions.
- Ability to communicate orally with professional and subordinate personnel.
- Ability to supervise work of students and volunteer employees.
- Ability to transport feed sacks, hay and/or wood shaving bales.
- Knowledge of animal nutrition and the procedures used in feeding, watering, housing, identifying and handling research, teaching and client food and pleasure animals.
- May also include infrequent exotic animal species.
\ Other Requirements:
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
\ How to Apply:\ Please submit the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Contact information for three professional references
\ Screening of Applications Begins:\ Immediately and continues until position is filled.\ \ Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:\ \$15.00 - \$16.00 hourly\ \ Equal Employment Opportunity:\ Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.\ \ Background Screening Statement:\ In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.\ \ \ \ Advertised: Apr 02, 2024\ Appl cation Closes: Open until filled\ \ To apply, visit https://careers.k-state.edu/cw/en-us/job/516229/animal-technician-i-large-animal-caretaker-temp\ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.\ \ Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-9ec3817098f1be4a98c6830d7ba813cc