Animal Scientist conducts research, and analyzes and experiments on the selection, breeding, feeding, management, and marketing of animals. Determines and evaluates their applications to scientific study. Being an Animal Scientist requires a degree in animal science. May be expected to have an advanced degree in area of specialty with 0-2 years of experience. Additionally, Animal Scientist has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a project manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
**Must attend open interviews Sunday April 21st, between 4 and 8 pm to be considered for the position.
Executive Summary: Under supervision performs a variety of responsible duties in the care and treatment of animals in the Rock Island County Animal Care & Control Shelter. Individual receives continuing assignments from the supervisor, generally indicating the work to be done, limitations, quality and quantity expected; deadlines and priority of assignments.
Position Responsibilities:
Provides care for the shelters’ animals by feeding and providing water for each animal in accordance with their dietary requirements and posted feeding procedures.
Develops a general knowledge of animals’ behavior, temperament, and personality traits.
Develops a basic knowledge of the medical conditions of the shelter’s animals to recognize early symptoms of potential medical problems.
Maintains respective animals areas’ overall cleanliness to maintain a clean and sterile environment in accordance with the Illinois Department of Agriculture standards.
Stocks needed supplies in respective areas, food, cleaning supplies and medical items.
Develops a general knowledge of continued grooming care for the shelter’s animals.
Maintains the laundry requirements for respective areas ensuring that all animals’ articles, bedding and cleaning items are washed and disinfected daily.
Disposes of waste items in accordance with procedures.
Performs additional duties related to the welfare and care of the animals as directed by the Shelter Supervisor or Operations Coordinator.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.51 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 45 per week
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Work Location: In person
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