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Animal Husbandry Technician
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Job Description
We are looking for a part-time employee available to work on weekends! Must be available to work weekends.
SUMMARY
Under general supervision, the Animal Husbandry Technician is responsible for performing basic animal husbandry and facility sanitation as prescribed by federal laws and regulations, and for observing, reporting, and monitoring the health and comfort of animals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(This position description does not promise or imply that the functions listed are the only duties to be performed or that the position may not change or be eliminated.)
· Provides for the care of laboratory animals in a humane, safe and sanitary manner using appropriate equipment and established procedures.
· Feeds and waters the animals on a daily basis or as specified.
· Changes animal caging, bedding and cleans animal rooms.
· Breaks down and sanitizes animal quarters; sanitizes service rooms, equipment and hallways.
· Observes animals for clinical signs of diseases and behavioral changes and reports observations to the Veterinarian and/or Veterinary Services Manager.
· Assists in the maintenance of animal room records.
· Administers special diets, water and oral medications according to specified protocols and directions.
· Assists in the preparation of animals for procedures.
· Assists fully in the process of maintaining AAALAC accreditation.
· Accurately maintains all necessary records to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
· Cleans, maintains, and sterilizes instruments and equipment.
· Receives, transports, and distributes incoming animals as specified by animal receiving procedures.
· Operates and maintains all support equipment.
· Observes and reports any aberrations in animal room environments (room temperature, humidity, lighting, ventilation, vermin, etc.).
· Attends in house training programs to advance knowledge of laboratory animal science and workplace safety
· Ensures all work reflects SOPs and suggests revisions as applicable.
· Additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.)
· High School Diploma or GED
· ALAT certification, or eligibility to obtain within one year preferred.
· 1 year experience/training in a laboratory animal facility preferred.
· Ability to understand basic written or verbal instruction. Strong work ethic resulting in timely and high-quality completion of assigned tasks.
· Ability to perform heavy repetitive lifting and moving of equipment on a daily basis.
· Strong focus on flexibility, ability to multi-task, attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, good follow-up and judgment. Must be able to prioritize.
· Must possess good communication skills, patience, professionalism and ability to effectively interact with staff and management alike.
· Ability to utilize basic information, analyze and solve problems related to the proper care of laboratory animals.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.)
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to touch and feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and listen. The position requires the employee to work for long periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 100 pounds, along with members of his/her team. The vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.
Weekend and holiday coverage, as scheduled.
Must not be allergic to animals, latex rubber, waste products, cleaning reagents, feed, or bedding.
Park Ranger - PPT
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Title:
Park Ranger
Pay Grade:
70
Department:
County Parks
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Reports To:
Operations Supervisor &/or Parks Director
Revision Date:
6/10/24
POSITION SUMMARY
This permanent, part-time position (24 hours/week) is responsible for providing a variety of skilled labor for maintenance and repair of the parks and recreation system for Harvey County. Also enforces rules and regulations, investigations of nuisances, complaints, and participation in safety or rescue activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are normal for this position. However, they are not to be construed as exclusive or all–inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may also be required or assigned.
- Responsible for fostering a work culture that aligns with the values of the County; provides leadership in the delivery of superior services to County residents and businesses.
- Implements the goals and objectives for various park operations.
- Provides leadership and management to all assigned staff. Audits work on a regular basis to ensure adherence to pertinent regulations. Directs staff on complex work and interpreting the application of policy and procedure.
- Researches, recommends, develops and implements policy and procedures for operational effectiveness, sustainability, and safety. Monitors operations for efficient and effective application of department policies, procedures and standards.
- Models and trains workers in safety, repair, or maintenance techniques, operational procedures, or equipment use.
- Patrols assigned areas by car, all-terrain vehicle, or foot to enforce rules and regulations, or to manage wildlife programs, lakes, or land.
- Investigates nuisances, complaints, violations, accidents and files reports or warnings as necessary.
- Works with local law enforcement when appropriate to resolve nuisances, complaints, violations, and investigates accidents and incidents.
- Protects and preserves native wildlife, plants, or ecosystems, conducts education and training programs for the community.
- Promotes participant safety training in programs and the parks and recreation system by providing education and awareness of hazards to include safe swimming and boating.
- Provides assistance to other local law enforcement agencies as required.
- Addresses schools, civic groups, sporting clubs, or the media to disseminate information concerning wildlife conservation and regulations.
- Conducts surveys of park and recreation facilities and usage.
- Ensures all activities are carried out in a safe manner; adheres to all Town safety regulations; ensures all regulations pertaining to the safe use of equipment are understood and followed.
- Reports all accidents to the appropriate authority. Follows all policies for reporting.
- May be assigned to rotating on-call duties including emergency response and/or nighttime or weekend hours for emergency response or special events.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or equivalent required and two (2) years of natural resource management experience with one (1) year of supervisory experience.
- Must possess a current driver’s license.
- Must obtain the following certifications within the timeline specified by the County:
- Small System Water Operator
- Small System Wastewater Operator
- CPR, First Aid and AED Certified
SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to the County Parks Director and/or Operations Supervisor. Works under the scope of general policies, procedures and objectives and is carried out in accordance with standard practices, instructions or previous training. This position has supervisory responsibilities for assigned personnel.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of occupational hazards (OSHA) and safe work practices.
- Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures of the County.
- Knowledge of current office practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of computer software consistent for this position.
- Knowledge of construction, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical practices.
- Knowledge on how to safely operate and maintain power tools and various pieces of heavy machinery.
- Skill in maintaining safety practices and recognizing hazards in the workplace.
- Skill in operating equipment safely and efficiently.
- Skill to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.
- Ability to perform manual labor in an outdoor environment and over uneven terrain.
- Ability to operate motor vehicles safely in all circumstances and weather conditions.
- Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits requiring minimal direction and supervision.
- Ability to adapt and take control of situations, dictating subordinate activities in a responsible manner.
- Ability to instruct and train in methods and procedures.
- Ability to organize, assign, and modify the work assignment of others, and (re)-establish priorities to meet deadlines.
- Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.
- Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.
- Ability to analyze facts and to exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions.
- Ability to work as a member of a team.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours as needed.
The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee’s supervisor.
- Essential Physical Functions of the position are provided in the Functional Job Analysis Attachment.
- Ability to observe details at close range.
- Communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas so others understand.
- Work may involve mobility over rough or difficult terrain. Work may also be performed above or below ground, to include heights over 10 feet, as well as underground crawl spaces.
- Work is performed daily both in and outdoors under all weather conditions and may include exposure to inclement weather, chemicals, seasonal temperature extremes, bodily fluids, infectious diseases, hazardous waste, noise, equipment and vibrations, airborne materials, active construction sites, and traffic.
Animal Husbandry Technician
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Benefits:
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
We are looking for a part-time employee available to work on weekends! Must be available to work weekends.
SUMMARY
Under general supervision, the Animal Husbandry Technician is responsible for performing basic animal husbandry and facility sanitation as prescribed by federal laws and regulations, and for observing, reporting, and monitoring the health and comfort of animals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(This position description does not promise or imply that the functions listed are the only duties to be performed or that the position may not change or be eliminated.)
Provides for the care of laboratory animals in a humane, safe and sanitary manner using appropriate equipment and established procedures.
Feeds and waters the animals on a daily basis or as specified.
Changes animal caging, bedding and cleans animal rooms.
Breaks down and sanitizes animal quarters; sanitizes service rooms, equipment and hallways.
Observes animals for clinical signs of diseases and behavioral changes and reports observations to the Veterinarian and/or Veterinary Services Manager.
Assists in the maintenance of animal room records.
Administers special diets, water and oral medications according to specified protocols and directions.
Assists in the preparation of animals for procedures.
Assists fully in the process of maintaining AAALAC accreditation.
Accurately maintains all necessary records to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
Cleans, maintains, and sterilizes instruments and equipment.
Receives, transports, and distributes incoming animals as specified by animal receiving procedures.
Operates and maintains all support equipment.
Observes and reports any aberrations in animal room environments (room temperature, humidity, lighting, ventilation, vermin, etc.).
Attends in house training programs to advance knowledge of laboratory animal science and workplace safety
Ensures all work reflects SOPs and suggests revisions as applicable.
Additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.)
High School Diploma or GED
ALAT certification, or eligibility to obtain within one year preferred.
1 year experience/training in a laboratory animal facility preferred.
Ability to understand basic written or verbal instruction. Strong work ethic resulting in timely and high-quality completion of assigned tasks.
Ability to perform heavy repetitive lifting and moving of equipment on a daily basis.
Strong focus on flexibility, ability to multi-task, attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, good follow-up and judgment. Must be able to prioritize.
Must possess good communication skills, patience, professionalism and ability to effectively interact with staff and management alike.
Ability to utilize basic information, analyze and solve problems related to the proper care of laboratory animals.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.)
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to touch and feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and listen. The position requires the employee to work for long periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 100 pounds, along with members of his/her team. The vision requirements include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to focus.
Weekend and holiday coverage, as scheduled.
Must not be allergic to animals, latex rubber, waste products, cleaning reagents, feed, or bedding.
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