Animal Care Coordinator - Division of Animal Resources

Division of Animal Resources

Job Summary
Under the administrative direction of the Facilities Operation Coordinator and Assistant Director(s) of the Division of Animal Resources, the Animal Care Coordinator is responsible for direct oversight of operations at a DAR managed animal facility.
Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervises and trains subordinate staff, part-time staff and student employees.
• Schedules, assigns, and establishes work priorities for animal care staff.
• Provides primary contact between research staff and animal facility for issues relating to animal care services, regulatory compliance and institutional animal care policies.
• Corrects minor problems or consults with DAR administrative staff in correction of major problems and conflicts.
• Manages and maintains facility inventory and supplies inventory to include food, bedding and animal care equipment.

• Responsible for coordinating the use of facility space and equipment.
• Assists the veterinary and veterinary technician staff with implementation of medical treatment and special medical care for animals.

• Evaluates employee's performance and provides counsel or assistance to employees.
• Advises the administrative staff on facility equipment, maintenance, repair, and renovation requirements.
• Maintains lists of suppliers of animals, sources of supplies and equipment and assist in selection of animal care products

• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Assists in selection and termination of employees.
• Advises and assists in preparing standard operating procedures for animal care, room sanitation, environmental control, and use of equipment.

Travel Requirements
5% travel may be required to attend meetings or to other buildings as needed

Minimum Qualifications
1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Any one or combination totaling four (4) years (48 months) from the categories below:
A. Coursework in animal science, biological science, veterinary technology, zoology, or a closely related field, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:

• 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
• Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
• 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
• Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)

B.Work experience in an animal care facility which could include a research laboratory, veterinary hospital, veterinary clinic, intensive or industrial animal farm, or closely related experience.

3. Two (2) years (24 months) of supervisory or administrative experience in an animal care facility which could include a research laboratory, veterinary hospital, veterinary clinic, intensive or industrial animal farm, or closely related experience.

Preferred Qualifications
The individual should possess the ability to effectively work with others and use sound judgment when making decisions and training others in animal care techniques and the use of equipment and materials. This person should have knowledge of federal regulations affecting laboratory animals and animal care facilities, as well as a thorough knowledge about basic animal biology, care and husbandry. The ability to keep accurate records is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• • Knowledge of “The Guide for the Care and Use of Animals” and the Animal Welfare Act Regulations • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Excel • Knowledge of UIUC Policy and Rules • Knowledge of proper use of PPE and other safety precautions • Ability to read and understand Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) • Ability to apply basic arithmetic skills • Ability to provide safe care of animals including handling and restraint. • Ability to maintain animal health and facility records • Ability to operate facility equipment including sanitization and sterilization equipment. • Ability to mix detergents and develop knowledge of cleaning animal cages effectively. • Ability to observe animals, recognizing and reporting changes in eating or drinking habits and general behavior and outward sign of disease or abnormal appearance.

Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 3710 - Animal Care Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 2/27/2023. Salary is commensurate with experience.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on February 17, 2023. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Chris Learned at clearned@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1015199
Job Category: Research
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu