Biology Department Animal Caretaker
Bethel University Student Employment OpeningsSaint Paul, Minnesota
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Overview
Schedule
Alternate-schedule
Part-time
Career level
Senior-level
Remote
On-site
Benefits
Tuition/Education Assistance
Job Description
About the role
- The Animal Caretaker is responsible for caring for a variety of animals which may include rodents, fish, frogs, birds, and possibly more. The work includes feeding, cleaning, monitoring animal health, and maintaining a safe and sanitary environment. The ideal candidate is reliable, attentive to detail, and comfortable working with a variety of animals.
Qualifications
- Must be able to work most weekdays and at least one weekend day per week.
- Must be able to work independently and complete assigned tasks without supervision.
- Ability to communicate well with others
- Must be responsible and dependable.
- Must be a current student at Bethel University.
- Previous experience with animals (personal, volunteer, or professional) preferred.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the Animal Caretaker will/may work in the following environments:
- Indoor controlled, temperate environment.
- If the caretaker is assigned to work in the outdoor aviary, work will occur in a variety of weather conditions including inclement weather (rain, snow, heat, cold, etc.)
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Animal Caretaker to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push and/or pull, and routinely lift/move up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to use small step ladders to perform work.
- Ability to work with hands in water to perform cleaning and work in aquaria.
- Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure people are able to perform the essential functions.
Expected Hours of Work:
The work expectations for Animal Caretaker student employees includes:
- The Animal Caretaker must be able to work between 3- 7 days a week depending on agree upon schedule and department working in. Caretakers in the Biology department will work between 3-4 days a week and Psychology up to 7 days a week.
- For each day the Caretaker is assigned to work, the Caretaker will work between 1-4 hours depending on workload.
- Daily assigned work must occur between 7AM and 9PM
- Student employees may not work over 20 hours per week during the school year among all Bethel employment.
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FAQs About Biology Department Animal Caretaker Jobs at Bethel University Student Employment Openings
What is the work location for this position at Bethel University Student Employment Openings?
This job at Bethel University Student Employment Openings is located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Bethel University Student Employment Openings?
Employer has not shared pay details for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Bethel University Student Employment Openings?
Bethel University Student Employment Openings lists this position under the following employment categories:
- Alternate-schedule
- Part-time
What experience level is required for this role at Bethel University Student Employment Openings?
Bethel University Student Employment Openings is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Bethel University Student Employment Openings for this role?
Bethel University Student Employment Openings offers Tuition/Education Assistance for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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