Animal Caretaker (Seasonal)

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement-10/26/2026-unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement.

To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT) Technical Practices: theoretical precise, artistic Use of Measuring Instruments Ability to Interpret Instructions, specifications; other than blueprints Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Materials Dexterity and Safety If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration.

In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. Your resume must support your response to the assessment questionnaire, and if it does not, your application will be marked as not eligible. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone.

Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors. You must meet at least 2 points on the screen-out element(s) and obtain an average of at least 2 points on all of the job elements to be considered qualified for this position.

Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Feeding, watering, cleaning facilities (barn, corrals, stalls, etc.). Ensure stock receive proper feed ratio and nutrition during times of heavy work and low staff. Provide visual inspection of livestock to determine general physical condition and shoes are properly in place.

Provide minor first aid to stock, applying salves to sore spots, cuts, bruises; care for injuries, swelling, under guidance of supervisor or packer; recognize more serious injuries, illness and the coordination of medical care (notifying supervisor or veterinarian). Drive a truck towing a three-horse trailer on winding, mountain roads in all weather conditions.

Physical Effort Incumbent must possess good coordination and endurance for raking, shoveling, sweeping, and hauling loads of manure in wheelbarrow uphill to manure storage; Frequently lifts, carries, pushes and pulls Items weighing 50 - 80 lbs. Needs to be able to load and lift feed bales weighing up to 130 lbs. Must be able to endure a physical eight/ten-hour shift daily, five days a week. Must be able to stand and be active throughout entire shift Greater strength and agility to catch and halter livestock.

Working Condltlons: Must be in good physical shape. Must be able to get in and out of saddle without help from others. Work is performed in elevations ranging from sea level to 10,000 feet without any physical repercussions. Incumbent subject to being kicked, bitten, scratched, bruised or rope burns from unpredictable interaction with llvestock. Incumbent is subject to scratches, cuts, splinters, scraps when cleaning and maintaining stock and facilities.

Work Is performed outdoors in all weather conditions such as rain, snow, sleet, hail and wind. Extreme temperatures range from hot to cold. Terrain is rocky and steep with unsure footing. Work is subject to holidays, weekends, and OT If need be. Must be able to withstand routine type of work on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.