About this role
Job Description:
SHIFT: The shift is 10 hours, 4 days a week from 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Weekends and holidays required.
Principal Accountabilities: This position may include any of the following accountabilities:
• Execute the daily operations of the care unit of the Pet Feeding Center to ensure pet safety and well-being, efficient running of the facility and that quality data are gathered from the protocols and delivered to the business. • Accurately record the requested data according to study protocols (i.e., consumption timing, amounts eaten, body weights, etc.) • Evaluate pet health (both mental and physical) for any veterinary and/or enrichment needs. • Daily cleaning of pet housing quarters (interior and exterior) in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs). • Implementation of environmental enrichment programs as directed by the Pet Behavior Performance & Training Scientist. • Implementation of exercise programs in accordance with standard operating procedure and/or veterinary recommendation. • Provision of basic animal health tasks such as grooming, nail trimming, weighing, etc. to pets • Collection and evaluation of feces quality Critical Mars Leadership Competencies:
• Priority Setting • Planning • Dealing with Ambiguity • Integrity & Trust • Problem Solving • Attention to Details
Key Functional Skills/Knowledge:
• Knowledge in animal facility operations • Computer skills • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal • Knowledge of animal health and management issues • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. • Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays Minimum Qualifications:
• Minimum 6 Months of experience interacting with animals in a professional setting
• Minimum high school diploma or GED
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience working in an animal facility or veterinary hospital • BS or MS in a biological science