Animal Care Technician Jobs Near Me

Introduction

The State of Connecticut , University of Connecticut , Animal Care Services Department has an opening for a permanent, full-time Animal Care Technician position.  The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. which may include holidays and rotating mandatory weekend overtime.  The hourly salary is $21.12 and offers a full benefits package including medical and dental insurance.

This position is categorized as Emergency Support Services/Essential Staff.  Incumbent must be willing and able to work during emergency closures/delayed openings due to inclement weather or for significant events that effect campus operations.

Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, including drug testing, as well as a criminal background check.  A valid driver's license and an annual flu shot vaccination are required.

Selection Plan

In order to be considered for these job openings, you must meet the minimum qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify your qualifications on your application. It is highly recommended that you include a resume and cover letter with your application.

If selected for an interview you'll be asked to supply names, titles and phone numbers of three, current professional references. In addition, state employee applicants may be asked to provide copies of their last two (2) performance appraisals and their attendance records. Employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, including drug testing, as well as a criminal background check.

Questions pertaining to this position should be directed to UConn HR's Services Unit phone number at 860-486-3034.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

At the University of Connecticut and University of Connecticut Health Center this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks involved in the care of various species of laboratory animals and their environment.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Feeds and waters animals; cleans and sanitizes cages, animal rooms and related environment as necessary; performs routine physical examinations and laboratory tests and special handling techniques for researchers as required; assesses the status of animal shipments including identity, number of individuals, weight, health, etc.; administers medications and gives injections under supervision; identifies animals as to sex, species or strain; provides support during surgical and experimental procedures; observes and collects animal facilities operation data for accurate reports and required records; reports findings to appropriate department staff; may breed and wean animals; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of animal care requirements, including animal facilities and husbandry regulations and basic animal disease problems and prevention techniques; some interpersonal skills; some oral and written communication skills; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to utilize computer software; manual dexterity and physical ability sufficient for handling animals, feeds, supplies and equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

A high school diploma or possession of a General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one (1) year of animal care experience directly related to the maintenance of the health and wellbeing of laboratory animals to include care, use, handling, and/or treatment of laboratory animals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

1. Certification by the American Association of Laboratory Animal Science at the level of Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician may be substituted for the General Experience.
   

2. Two (2) years of animal care experience directly related to the maintenance of the health and wellbeing of laboratory animals to include care, use, handling and/or treatment of laboratory animals may be substituted for the General Experience.
   

3. A college degree of two (2) or more years and one-half (1/2) year of animal care experience directly related to the maintenance of health and wellbeing of laboratory animals to include care, use, handling and/or treatment of laboratory animals may be substituted for the General Experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties.
   

2. A physical examination may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights; may be exposed to communicable diseases, hazardous substances and to risk of injury from animals.

Conclusion

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp

Information concerning the University's policies regarding the Cleary Act Statement, Non-Discrimination Policy, Accommodations for Applicants with Disabilities and Recruiting Veterans can be found on UConn's Job page at: https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs/

The University of Connecticut is committed to building and supporting a multicultural and diverse community of students, faculty and staff. The diversity of students, faculty and staff continues to increase, as does the number of honors students, valedictorians and salutatorians who consistently make UConn their top choice. More than 100 research centers and institutes serve the University's teaching, research, diversity, and outreach missions, leading to UConn's ranking as one of the nation's top research universities. UConn's faculty and staff are the critical link to fostering and expanding our vibrant, multicultural and diverse University community. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations.

Animal Care Technician Jobs Near Me

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