Operations Manager - Dlar Husbandry

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Job Summary

Manages and coordinates activities of personnel engaged in the operation of animal care facilities in the Division of Laboratory Animal Resources.

Special Conditions of Employment

Occupational Health and Safety

As a safeguard for the employee and the animals, the position holder may be subject to vaccines, tests, physical examinations prior to working with specific animals or animal populations as required by research needs, including, but not limited to:

• Other vaccines or testing as required by EOHW standards.
• Measles (proof of immunization and/or vaccination);
• Tetanus (current vaccination less than 10 years);
• Hepatitis B (proof of immunization and/or vaccination);
• Rabies (proof of immunization and/or vaccination);
• Periodic physical examinations (including respiratory fit tests);
• TB testing and clearance;

Hazard Exposure

The animal facility has a variety of environmental conditions. Specifically, employees may be exposed to potentially hazardous noise, dust, chemicals, extreme heat, and animal waste products. The duration of exposure of any of the above is dependent on assigned duties. Some aspects of this position may expose the incumbent to potentially zoonotic and other biohazardous agents. Appropriate protective clothing and equipment may be required and will be provided when required, accompanied by appropriate training.

Work Performed

Skills

• Is fair and consistent
• Is self-motivated
• Possesses strong knowledge of the lab animal science field, including SOP’s, policies, facilities, equipment and supplies
• Works well with internal and external customers and colleagues
• Is dedicated to excellent customer service
• Follows-up with others
• Supports staff, team, and departmental philosophy
• Projects a positive attitude to staff
• Communicates well and is willing to listen to staff
• Delegates efficiently and effectively
• Strives for continuous improvement for self, staff and department
• Possesses strong leadership skills; is recognized as a leader by colleagues
• Displays a willingness and desire to manage, develop and mentor staff
• Identifies and solves problems

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Animal Husbandry, Biology, Animal Science or related field. LATG certification required; CM certification preferred.

Experience

Work requires seven years of experience in laboratory animal resources, OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE. to include four years in managerial experience

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