Animal Caretaker Na-03 - Fort Irwin, United States - US Army Installation Management Command

US Army Installation Management Command
US Army Installation Management Command
Verified Company
Fort Irwin, United States

4 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Duties:


  • Receives and shelters animals brought to the veterinarian clinic for treatment, temporary care or disposal. Observes animals and notifies supervisor of abnormal appearance.
  • Feeds animals taking care to measure food portions according to feeding instructions. Keeps records on animals in the facility. Assists other workers to restrain and treat animals. Cleans and disinfects animal feeding utensils and pen areas.
  • Maintains stock of cleaning materials and other items used. Mows grass and cleans yard of animal litter. Clears drains in runs. Empties garbage. May be required to operate a motor vehicle to transport supplies and laboratory samples.
  • Ability to recognize obvious changes to the normal appearance and activities of animals. Ability to handle animals and clean work areas. Performs assigned tasks independently.
  • Frequently lift and carry items and animals weighing over 70 pounds. Moderate effort is required to operate power washing and mowing equipment.

Requirements:


Conditions of Employment:


  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one year probationary period may be required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Preemployment physical is required.
  • Satisfactory completion of preemployment background checks in accordance with AR 2153, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
  • Exposed to unpleasant odors and noises, animal bites, scratches and contagious diseases. May be required to wear protective equipment.
  • Frequently lift and carry items and animals weighing over 70 pounds. Moderate effort is required to operate power washing and mowing equipment.
  • Shift will vary based on mission but could include days, nights, weekends and occasional holiday.

Qualifications:


  • Be physically able to lift and carry heavy items weighing over 70 pounds.
  • Stand and walk for long periods of time.
  • Be able to follow complex written instructions
  • Be able to maintain animal care records.

Education:

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.


Additional information:


Area of Consideration:


Manual Applications:


PCS Costs

  • Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs ARE NOT AUTHORIZED, based on a determination that a PCS move IS NOT in the Government's interest.

FWS Allowances and Differentials

  • This is a federal wage schedule (FWS) position.
  • All FWS employees are entitled to overtime work for work in excess of 8 hours in a day or in excess of 40 hours in the administrative workweek, whichever provides the greater benefit to the employee.
  • Regular fulltime, regular parttime (to include those in a limited tenure appointment category) and regularly scheduled flexible employees are entitled to Sunday premium pay when working Sunday shifts. A FWS employee will be paid a night shift differential of 7.5% for the entire shift when a majority of the employee's regularly scheduled nonovertime hours of work occur between the hours of 1500 and 2400. A FWS employee will be paid a night shift differential of 10% of the scheduled rate if a majority of the employee's regularly scheduled nonovertime hours of work occur between the hours of

Incentives and Bonuses.
Incentives may be paid.
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  • Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
  • Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.
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How You Will Be Evaluated:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

  • NAF Preference
  • Involuntarily Separated From the Military
  • NAF Preference
- Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)


  • NAF Priority Consideration

  • Business Based Action


  • NAF Priority Consideration

  • Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)


  • NAF Priority Consideration

  • Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)


  • NAF Priority Consideration

  • Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)


  • NAF Priority Consideration

  • Parent of a Veteran (OAV)


  • NAF Priority Consideration

  • Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)
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  • Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits.

Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee.

You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.


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The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:

  • Cover Letter
  • DD214/ Statement of Service
  • Marriage Certif
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