The City of Overland Park has a full-time Assistant Supervisor, Animal Care position available in the Parks and Recreation Services Department.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists with the Supervision of the Animal Care Division of the Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead (DRCF) operations. Performs routine animal care, including feeding, cleaning, animal waste disposal, health, and welfare. Assists with the maintenance of facilities. Provides educational materials and assistance to the public. Assists with record keeping and inventory control of animals on hand. Drives City vehicles and large machinery. Provides support to all areas of the DRCF.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in animal husbandry, zoology or a related field.
• Possession of an appropriate valid driver’s license. Must maintain an insurable driving record.
• Two to three years of increasingly responsible experience in care and maintenance of farm and domestic animals and farm-related facilities, or an equivalent level of experience.
• Experience in operation of tractor, loaders, backhoes, and dump trucks preferred.
• Effective public relations skills and the ability to work with the public.

No City residency requirement.

Must successfully pass a background check, drug screen, physical exam and essential functions test.

Normal Work Hours: Variable schedule - full time (manager to provide more details)

Salary Range Grade C - $46,371.00 - $51,594.40

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Benefits: Full-time

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States and proof eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.

To view the full job description, please go to the City of Overland Park's Job Description page and search by title: Assistant Supervisor, Animal Care.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,371.00 - $51,594.40 per year

Work Location: In person