Animal Care Aide (Vertebrate Animal Care Unit)

William and Mary, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: Williamsburg, VIRGINIA

Position Information
Position Information


Position Number H0904W
Position Title Animal Care Aide (Vertebrate Animal Care Unit)
Employment Category Hourly
Location William & Mary
Department 3KE910 Vertebrate Animal Care Unit
Unit Mission Statement
The mission of the university and The School of Arts and Sciences is to foster teaching, research, and public service as an integral part of education linked through designed to preserve, transmit, and expand knowledge.
Position Summary
William & Mary’s Vertebrate Animal Care Unit seeks applicants for the position of Animal Care Aide. The position is part-time renewable/continuing and runs 12 months through the year (approximately 20 hours per week, Monday-Friday mornings until early afternoon). The ideal candidate will provide high quality, reliable and durable care to animals housed at the university (rodents, aquatics, small birds).
Primary responsibilities include daily animal care and husbandry: feeding/watering/cage changes, conducting health observations, facilities upkeep, and supply management. Additionally, this position will provide critical backup support during periods of staff absence (i.e., during vacation periods, and summer and winter school break). Training for this position will be provided on site. The university is under both federal and internal Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee mandate to maintain high animal care standards. Part-time employees make it possible for the university to maintain these compliance mandates.
Conditions of Employment
This is an hourly, part-time position.
Must be available Monday through Friday, from mornings until early afternoon. Work schedule: approximately 20 hours per week.
All hourly employees are subject to the limitations of the Virginia Manpower Control Program and total hours worked may not exceed on average 29 hours per week, over the course of a twelve month period beginning May 1 each year.
This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position may be subject to overtime during high peak times, etc. as directed and approved by the supervisor.
Essential Designation Yes
FLSA Non-Exempt
Position Restricted? No, this is a continuing E&G funded position
Position Term Other (specify actual months below)
Position Months Staff: Other (specify pay period start/end dates)
Required Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must meet physical requirement for the job, including ability to lift up to 50lbs
Preferred Qualifications
College-level course work (completed or in progress) in fields related to animal science such as biology, veterinary medicine, and psychology, or experience producing comparable knowledge and skills.
Is the position remote work eligible? Not eligible
Remote Work Disclaimer
Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.
Advertised Pay Range $16.00/hour
Advertised Pay Range Statement
University Salary Range U03
Benefits Summary Statement
William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none
Job Open Date 03/13/2024
Review Begin Date
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Application Instructions
Background Check Statement
William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
EEO Statement
William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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