Animal Technician II (Farm Supervisor)

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Tucson, AZ, United States
Tucson, AZ, United States

Animal Technician II (Farm Supervisor)
Posting Number req12544
Department Animal&Biomedical Sciences-Res
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Location Tucson Area Farms
Address 1650 E. Limberlost Drive, Tucson, AZ 85719 USA
Position Highlights

The School of Animal and Comparative Biomedical Sciences (SACBS) is currently seeking a motivated candidate for the position of Animal Technician II (Farm Supervisor) at the Campus Ag Center located at 1650 E. Limberlost Drive in Tucson, AZ. Under direction of the supervising faculty member and the Animal Care Manager, this position helps to plan, manage and oversee the operation of the teaching farm at the Campus Ag Center and the animal research facilities at the Agricultural Research Complex. The persons primary responsibility is for the health and welfare of all livestock.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities
  • Provide animal husbandry and healthcare and supports scientific inquiry through animal research and teaching.
  • Supports all aspects of routine animal husbandry including daily monitoring, recordkeeping, feeding, watering, cleaning, and care.
  • Carry out livestock health and treatment programs and assist with veterinary care.
  • Assists faculty and staff with research projects and laboratory courses.
  • Provide service to the SACBS as needed.
  • Flexibility of schedule. Schedule may include on-call, weekends, after hours and holidays.
  • Ability to work and communicate effectively with a diversified group of faculty and students.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Two years of college with course work in Agriculture, Animal sciences or related field and one year of experience in related area; or, three years of experience working on a major farm operation; or, an equivalent combination of experience, training, and/or education.
  • High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent learning attained through experience required.
  • The selected candidate must become Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) certified upon starting job.
  • Experience in taking biological samples.
  • Experience in Word and Excel.
  • Possession of a current Arizona Type D Driver's License upon employment and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy .
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelors of Science and three years of farm animal experience.
  • Experience formulating feed rations.
  • Experience in livestock management software.
  • Experience in teaching courses in area of expertise.
FLSA Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Veterinary and Animal Care
Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay DOE
Compensation Type hourly rate
Grade 2
Career Stream and Level OC2
Job Family Animal Care
Job Function Veterinary & Animal Care
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date 12/19/2022
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Dr. Sean Limesand
Professor
[email protected]
Open Date 11/15/2022
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Resume and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As an Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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