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Form of workPG193974SP
Internal Recruitment:No
Working Title:Small Ruminant Technician
Anticipated Hiring Range:$40,000 - $43,201
Work Schedule:Monday-Friday, 7am - 4pm with on-call
Job Location:Raleigh, NC
Department:CVM Teaching Animal Unit
About the Department:The mission of the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) & NC State Veterinary Hospital, (VH) is to enhance animal and human health and well-being through the education and advanced training of veterinarians and provide leadership in veterinary care and outreach through interdisciplinary partnerships.
The Teaching Animal Unit (TAU) is a dynamic teaching institution for veterinary students in all four years of the veterinary curriculum that includes experiences with swine, poultry, sheep, goats, horses and beef/dairy cattle. The purpose of the TAU is to provide realistic opportunities for veterinary students to learn the relationship between husbandry, production management, economics and the field of veterinary medicine. This live animal farming enterprise strives to function in a manner compatible with a financially viable agricultural enterprise by emphasizing current best management practices for an environmentally enriched, animal welfare friendly operation. This student exposure is accomplished annually by providing live animal educational training for seven senior 2-week clinical rotations, six 1-week selective courses and in excess of 150 teaching laboratories (currently comprising 100 students per class at 25 students per lab), and 4th year clinical rotations as needed.
The Small Ruminant Technician supports the farm operations at the Teaching Animal Unit with the primary focus being the management of the Small Ruminant (sheep and goats) herd.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Animal care
- Herd management
- Record keeping
- Animal welfare
- Pasture management
- Assist other technicians as needed, after cross-training, with poultry, swine, horses, dairy and beef cattle
- Supports the teaching program of the CVM by assisting professors in laboratories focusing on Small Ruminants
- Other duties as assigned.
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Other Required Qualifications:- In-depth knowledge of Small Ruminant health and management
- Knowledge of same in other large and food animal species
- Ability to safely operate farm equipment – (tractors and manure spreader)
- Ability to lift 50-70 lbs, hay bales consecutively during hay season
- Ability to work in inclement weather and to physically work with and move large farm animals.
- Knowledge and experience of Small Ruminant management
- Knowledge and experience of other large animal species
Required License or Certification:
- Valid NC Drivers’ license.
Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required?:No
Job Open Date:04/30/2024
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.):05/07/2024
Notice to Applicants:Please note that the work history on your resume must also be included in your application.
Special Instructions:Along with your completed application, please include as attachments a resume and the contact information for at least three professional references.
Position Number:00043330
Position Type:SHRA
Position Classification Band Title:Research Technician
Position Classification Band Level:Journey
Position Classification Salary Range:$ 34,320 - $ 72,734
Salary Grade Equivalency:GN06
Alternate Option:If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week):1.0
Appointment:12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather:Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events:Mandatory - Medical Emergencies
Time Limited Position:No
Department Id:191602 - CVM Teaching Animal Unit
AA/EEO:NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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