Animal Care Worker - University of Missouri-Columbia : Job Details

Office of Animal Resources

The internal union bid period for this position ended on 10/14/2024. All qualified internal and external candidates are now welcome to apply.

In order to be considered as a Union Bidder for this position you must: * complete ALL sections of the application (including all work experience - incomplete applications will not be considered) * complete six months of regular service at the University * apply within the published, five-day posting period * meet the minimum qualifications for the vacancy Your qualifications for this position will be evaluated based on the information you provide on your job application. Once the job posting period is closed, there will be no opportunity to submit additional information regarding your qualifications. Therefore, you need to ensure that your application materials are complete when submitted.

The University of Missouri seeks a reliable and service-oriented Animal Care Worker to support the Office of Animal Resources efforts to develop and deliver care, support, and help to University clients. The successful candidate will foster and maintain positive relationships with co-workers, clients, and other lab personnel. Must have a desire to work with and care for animals on a daily basis.

Key Duties Performed By This Position Will Include

Research animal husbandry and colony management Follows protocols to ensure the health and welfare of animals in care Facility cleaning and upkeep Maintaining animal care supplies and inventory Performs standard duties related to feeding and care of animals; prepares, mixes, and weighs food for animals Administers special diets and waters animals Maintains orderliness and sanitary conditions of premises; Cleans cages, rooms, adjacent areas, and various equipment used in animal care Safely operates cagewashing equipment and autoclaves where cages and equipment are prepped and cleaned

In Addition, The Individual Will Need

Lifting, pushing, pulling up to 50 pounds Work involves extensive movement, lifting, walking, standing, bending, pulling, pushing, and twisting Must be able to control any animal-related allergy with medication Some repetitious movements of arms and hands Walking/standing while using a biosafety cabinet Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and protocols Excellent time management skills and an attention to detail in documentation practices Capable of working both independently and in a collaborative team setting

Successful candidates will be persuasive communicators with exceptional organizational and time management skills. They must demonstrate the following durable skills : leadership, character, collaboration, communication, creativity, critical thinking, metacognition, growth mindset, and fortitude. Additionally, customer service, confidentiality, integrity, and a commitment to the university values.

Must be available for reliable and consistent onsite work.

7 am -3:30 PM Monday - Friday (weekends available)

* Must be able to read and write. * No experience is necessary. * Ability and desire to handle and work with and around animals. * Good physical strength, condition and stamina sufficient to lift heavy objects.

AALAS Certification, animal experience

Salary Range: $15.50 per hour Grade: GGS B University Title: Animal Care Worker Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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