Animal Care Worker – NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED

Hiring Department

Dalton Cardiovascular Res Ctr

The Dalton Cardiovascular Research Center is making great strides toward understanding the causes of many diseases, including hypertension, cancer, cystic fibrosis and heart disease. The facility has a diverse group of scientists including molecular biologists, cell biologists, biochemists, biological engineers, electrophysiologists and integrative physiologists. The collaboration between the scientists within the center and across campus is one of Dalton's greatest strengths.

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

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
• Maintaining animal care supplies and inventory
• Performs standard duties related to feeding and care of animals; prepares, mixes, and weighs food for animals
• Administers special diets and waters animals
• Maintains orderliness and sanitary conditions of premises
• Cleans cages, rooms, adjacent areas, and various equipment used in animal care
• Safely operates cage washing equipment and autoclaves where cages and equipment are prepped and cleaned

In Addition, The Individual Will Need

• Lifting, pushing, pulling up to 50 pounds
• Work involves extensive movement, lifting, walking, standing, bending, pulling, pushing, and twisting
• Must be able to control any animal-related allergy with medication
• 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 candidates will be persuasive communicators with exceptional organizational and time management skills. They must demonstrate the following durable skills: leadership, character, collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking, metacognition, mindfulness, growth mindset, and fortitude.

Shift

Work hours are 8am-5pm, working some weekends/holidays with flexibility for days off.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be able to read and write.
• No experience is necessary.
• Ability and desire to handle and work with and around animals.
• Good physical strength, condition and stamina sufficient to lift heavy objects.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $15.00 - $19.91 per hour

Grade: GGS-B

University Title: Animal Care Worker

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours’ drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County’s largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

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 at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits .

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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