Large Animal Specialist

Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School•Danvers, MA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Essex North Shore is seeking a Large Animal Specialist to join the Facilities, Farm and Grounds Department. The Large Animal Specialist is responsible for the daily supervision of large animals, more specifically, cattle and other livestock. The Large Animal Specialist plays a critical role in the oversight of animal health and wellbeing. Satisfactory CORI, SAFIS and SORI required. Massachusetts Hoisting Engineer License and Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources Applicator License (Required within probationary period) Snow removal responsibilities required during inclement weather. Bilingual preferred. As an employee of Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School District, you are offered a number of robust benefits that support you, your family, and your professional growth. More specifically, for most full-time and part-time (in excess of 20 hours per week) employees, we offer: Competitive wages that compensate you for your knowledge, skills and abilities in the workplace. Generous employer-covered health insurance (Employer/Employee premium cost sharing at 75/25). Coverage options are through the Group Insurance Commission . Comprehensive dental insurance through Delta Dental of Massachusetts, currently covering over 90% of dentists throughout Massachusetts. Professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement and free, paid training. Supplemental income earning opportunities, such as athletics programming, integration academies, and club advisor positions. Affordable term life insurance through the Group Insurance Commission providing your family or loved one(s) with financial security in the event of an unforeseen passing. Employee Assistance Programming for behavioral, health, financial planning, and legal resources. Wellness programming including spin, yoga, and other classes that are tailored to your busy schedule and health goals. And so much more! This position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between the District and AFSCME, Council 93, Local 245. A copy of that agreement can be found here . JOB DESCRIPTION Large Animal Specialist FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) CLASSIFICATION: This position is classified as Non- Exempt . (Overtime eligible) REPORTING STRUCTURE: The Large Animal Specialist reports to the Manager of Farm and Grounds. QUALIFICATIONS: Extensive experience in the administration of hygienic procedures for animals; Working knowledge of animal behavior and cognition; Familiarity with large animals and equine preferred; Ability to work independently and as a member of a team with efficiency and respect; Effective communication skills; Valid Massachusetts Hoisting Engineer 1C-2A license(Required within probationary period); Valid Massachusetts Pesticides license (Required within probationary period); OSHA 30; Basic to advanced knowledge of computer technologies; High School Diploma or equivalent required; DUTIES: Performs all aspects of large animal management including bathing, inspecting, feeding and unlicensed medication administration. Assists with the general operation of the farm facilities towards ensuring educational success. Directs student workers, in the absence of the Manager of Farm and Grounds regarding roles and responsibilities. Manages inventory for large animals such as supplies and feeding materials. Coordinates veterinary checks for animals that appear in distress or requiring medical attention. Performs other duties as required and assumes such other responsibilities as the Manager of Farm and Grounds may assign. PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: This position requires prolonged periods of walking and bending over. Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times. The position may require in and out-of-district travel. TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This is a 12-month position. The nature of this position requires hours beyond the regular school day. It is expected that the person filling this position will give priority to completing the necessary tasks and set hours accordingly. Salary and fringe benefits are established by the Superintendent-Director in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement between the District and AFSCME Council 93, Local 245.

Requirements

Extensive experience in the administration of hygienic procedures for animals
Working knowledge of animal behavior and cognition
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team with efficiency and respect
Effective communication skills
Valid Massachusetts Hoisting Engineer 1C-2A license (Required within probationary period)
Valid Massachusetts Pesticides license (Required within probationary period)
OSHA 30
Basic to advanced knowledge of computer technologies
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Satisfactory CORI, SAFIS and SORI required

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with large animals and equine preferred
Bilingual preferred

Responsibilities

Performs all aspects of large animal management including bathing, inspecting, feeding and unlicensed medication administration.
Assists with the general operation of the farm facilities towards ensuring educational success.
Directs student workers, in the absence of the Manager of Farm and Grounds regarding roles and responsibilities.
Manages inventory for large animals such as supplies and feeding materials.
Coordinates veterinary checks for animals that appear in distress or requiring medical attention.
Performs other duties as required and assumes such other responsibilities as the Manager of Farm and Grounds may assign.
Snow removal responsibilities required during inclement weather.

Benefits

Competitive wages
Generous employer-covered health insurance (Employer/Employee premium cost sharing at 75/25)
Comprehensive dental insurance
Professional development opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Free, paid training
Supplemental income earning opportunities
Affordable term life insurance
Employee Assistance Programming
Wellness programming