What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Care Supervisor II position at University of Kentucky?
Posting Details
Job Title
Animal Care Supervisor II
Requisition Number
RE33687
Working Title
Department Name
40832:Laboratory Animal Resources
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
42
Salary Range
$17.07-27.31/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
HS
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Required Related Experience
10 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift 50 lbs. Able to work in hot, wet areas and wear personal protective clothing. Rotational weekend work required.
Shift
Monday – Friday, 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, weekend and on-call rotation.
Job Summary
Supervises daily cage wash or animal husbandry activities ensuring 100% adequate and appropriate coverage for all operations.. Assists Facility Manager in interviewing process, performance reviews, disciplinary actions, etc.
Reviews and recommends changes to policy and procedures to ensure that DLAR and investigators staff adhere to all UK, local, state, and/or Federal rules and regulations and that all actions are completed by strictly and consistently following applicable DLAR SOPs including safety procedures and guidelines.
Ensures accurate and timely creation and maintenance of all associated documents and records regarding training, environmental parameters, animal health monitoring, equipment maintenance, quality control, etc. Oversees and manages procurement and proper storage of husbandry supplies. Provides, on a rotational basis, after-hour coverage for husbandry related issues.
The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.
Reviews and recommends changes to policy and procedures to ensure that DLAR and investigators staff adhere to all UK, local, state, and/or Federal rules and regulations and that all actions are completed by strictly and consistently following applicable DLAR SOPs including safety procedures and guidelines.
Ensures accurate and timely creation and maintenance of all associated documents and records regarding training, environmental parameters, animal health monitoring, equipment maintenance, quality control, etc. Oversees and manages procurement and proper storage of husbandry supplies. Provides, on a rotational basis, after-hour coverage for husbandry related issues.
The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
MS Windows: Excel, Outlook, Word.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Bachelors degree in a relevant field (Animal Sciences, Pre-Veterinary Medicine, Zoology, etc. or it’s equivalent) plus a minimum of 10 years animal husbandry or laboratory animal husbandry preferred.
Animal related experience directly related to the care, use, handling and treatment of animals in a paid position (i.e, work in pet stores, veterinary clinics, farm or ranch) preferred.
AALAS certified LATg or CMAR preferred.
Driver’s license preferred.
Animal related experience directly related to the care, use, handling and treatment of animals in a paid position (i.e, work in pet stores, veterinary clinics, farm or ranch) preferred.
AALAS certified LATg or CMAR preferred.
Driver’s license preferred.
Deadline to Apply
05/05/2022
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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