Animal Caretaker Supervisor - Large Animal

Position Details

Req ID:

req17627

Position Title:

Animal Caretaker Supervisor - Large Animal

Position Type:

Staff Full-Time

Position Number:

633663

OSU Campus:

Stillwater

Department:

OKLA VETERNY MEDCL TEACHING HOSP

Location Address:

Veterinary Teaching Hospital, Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, Oklahoma
United States

Hiring Supervisor:

Wendy Newport

Hiring Range
(Contingent upon available funding):

17.25 - 21.00, Hourly

Work Schedule:

M-F 8 am to 5 pm (hours may vary)

Faculty Appt Period:

Job Summary:

Primary responsibility as Large Animal Barn supervisor includes overseeing and performing caretaking duties within the Large Animal Clinic of the Veterinary Medical Hospital. Responsible for maintaining inventory of feed, bedding, and supplies as well as barns and equipment (to include routine maintenance and repairs). This position is heavy in manual labor and requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach resume and three references

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

High School/GED

Minimum of four years of related experience including care of large animals and use of farm equipment/machinery and two years of supervisory experience.

Must have valid driver's license.

Must be able to lift 50 plus pounds, stand on ladder, stoop and bend, and work overhead and below waist level for extended periods of time.

Must be self-motivated with organizational leadership abilities to supervise and delegate to employees. Must have excellent communication skills and be able to follow instructions, both written and verbal. Must have basic computer skills (MS Office) and email knowledge. Must have forklift trainer certification or be willing to become certified as a trainer.

Preferred Qualifications:

High School/GED

Seven years of related experience including care of large animals and use of farm equipment/machinery and three years of supervisory experience.

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

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