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Position Title:Large Animal Caretaker I

Job Group:Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions. • Possession of a valid state or commercial driver's license, as required.

Preferred Qualifications:Experience handling large animals such as horses, cattle, or sheep.

Experience working in a veterinary setting.

Experience cleaning in a clinical setting.

Job Description:

Are you passionate about animal care and working hands-on with livestock?

Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking Large Animal Caretakers to join our team and are hiring for multiple shifts. By applying to this role, you will be considered for multiple openings. If you love working with horses, cattle, swine, and other livestock, and you’re committed to ensuring the health and well-being of animals in an educational environment, we want you on our team!

What You’ll Do:

+ Provide care for large animals, including feeding, watering, grooming, and monitoring health through daily observation.

+ Assist with veterinary procedures and animal restraint during clinical treatments and educational demonstrations.

+ Maintain animal facilities, ensuring enclosures, equipment, and environments are clean and sanitary while following biosecurity protocols.

+ Transport animals and supplies within the facility and assist with facility upkeep and minor repairs.

+ Monitor and report on animal health status, including any signs of illness, injury, or stress, to supervisors and veterinary staff.

What You Should Know:

+ Full-time position with rotating shifts. You’ll work on-site, caring for animals in various weather conditions and physical environments.

+ Shifts Available:

+ Float Shift: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM, 4 days a week, on call, rotating weekends

+ Swing Shift: 2:00 PM – 1:00 AM, 4 days a week, on call, rotating weekends

+ Overnight Shift: 8:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 4 days a week, on call, rotating weekends

+ Experience with livestock handling and biosecurity practices is preferred, but not required. Training will be provided as needed.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.

About the College of Veterinary Medicine:

The Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine is at the forefront of veterinary education, clinical care, and research. As part of our team, you’ll work in a cutting-edge environment where animal health, student education, and scientific advancements are prioritized. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the welfare of animals and the future of veterinary medicine.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of standard operating procedures for laboratory animal care or livestock care, as applicable.

• Ability to learn and apply federal, state, and/or university regulations regarding animal care and use in research and teaching.

• Ability to understand, communicate, and execute oral and written instructions.

• Ability to keep accurate records.

• Ability to recognize changes in conditions of animals and animal room environment, malfunctioning equipment, and unsafe conditions.

• Ability to construct and maintain related equipment and facilities.

• Ability to lift and/or move 50-100 pounds.

• Ability to perform physical labor such as restraining animals, loading and unloading supplies and animals, and standing for prolonged periods of time.

• Ability to work around noise, dust, odors, fumes, and extremes in temperature.

Appointment Type:Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period

Time Type:Full time

Pay Grade:7611a

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover LetterIf you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program• Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date: May 1, 2025

Posting Close Date:May 14, 2025

Job Requisition Number:R16958

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/diversity-and-inclusion/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email [email protected] .

If you have questions about the application process please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [email protected] or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 .

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.