Graduate Student Intern, Medical (Part-Time) - Public Works

City of San Jose•San Jose Metropolitan Area, CA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities. The Department of Public Works (DPW) is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees. The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. San Jose Animal Care Services, a division in the Public Works Department, is currently seeking to hire one (1) part-time Graduate Student Intern (Medical) to assist in a full range of duties associated with the paraprofessional medical care and treatment of animals.

Requirements

Current enrollment in a Master’s degree program from an accredited college or university in business or public administration or closely related field.
Knowledge and ability to use computers and related applications
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to carry out oral instructions
Ability to carry out written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Nice To Haves

Current enrollment in a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) program or Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) is highly desirable.
Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in the State of California may be required in performing job duties.
Willingness to learn and apply their academic training to the required job assignments

Responsibilities

Checking and monitoring the health of animals, as well as rendering first aid and emergency treatment.
Assisting shelter veterinarians in surgery, spay/neuter, and other medical procedures.
Maintaining pharmaceutical and other medical supplies; cleaning of kennels/cages.
Feeding and caring for animals.
Humanely performing euthanasia, as required.