Animal Associate I - Piedmont REC

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JOB SUMMARY:

Work at the LaMaster Dairy Center. Responsible for the care and management of young dairy cattle. Assists withe facilities maintenance and operation of farm equipment and robotic milking system, including some on-call responsibilities. Assist with research and teaching activities. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES:

50% - Essential

• Animal Management:

Responsible for management of young dairy cattle including feeding, dehorning, and vaccinating. Assists with overall animal health care. Diagnoses and treats animal health problems. Contacts veterinarian in emergencies. Follows timed artificial insemination protocols and artificially inseminates animals. Conforms to recommendations of the Animal Research Committee.

20% - Essential

• Facilities Maintenance:

Responsible for management of sand reclamation lane and redressing sand bedding in free-stall barn. Offers support in maintenance and repair of Delaval robotic milking system. Assists with lagoon operations for DHEC compliance.

20% - Essential

• Operations:

Able to operate all farm equipment including tractors, trucks, skid steers, loaders, dump trucks, feed wagon, hay grinder, and others as necessary. Works with farm manager to devise strategies for continued farm improvement, including improving economic efficiency. Implements plans.

10% - Essential

• Instruction and Research:

Coordinates with farm manager to prepare animals and supplies for research and teaching activities. Assists research and teaching faculty with sample collection and instruction activities. Assists or conducts tours for classes, camps, and visitors in a professional manner.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: 1st Bachelor's Degree

• Animal Husbandry, Agriculture or related field

Work Experience: 1+ years of farm equipment and livestock experience.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

Education: 2nd Bachelor's Degree

• Animal, Dairy, or Veterinary Sciences

Work Experience: 2+ years - of dairy farm experience

Licenses/Certifications: Bovine Artificial Insemination and Dairy Beef Quality Assurance

RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Fundamental Job Knowledge

• Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises Student Workers only

• Supervises Student workers only

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Budget Responsibilities

• No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Stand for prolonged period

Walk or move about

Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc

Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)

Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)

Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

Recognize or inspect visually

Move, transport, raise or lower

Extends hands or arms in any direction

Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors

Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to heat or cold

Exposure to dust/fumes

Wet or humid

Noise

Vibration

Mechanical hazards

Chemical hazards

Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)

WORK SCHEDULE:

Standard Hours: 40

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

Anticipated Salary Range: $31,600 - $42,500

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

July 11, 2024 @ 11:59 PM (EST)

MILITARY AND VETERAN:

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE:

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT:

Clemson University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, or related medical condition), national origin, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law. Clemson University is building a culturally diverse faculty and staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and encourages applications from minorities and women.

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