Animal Technician I - Large Animal Caretaker (Temp)

About This Role:

The Veterinary Health Center (VHC) within the College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking applicants for a full-time temporary Animal Technician I - Large Animal Caretaker. This position exists to provide quality animal care to patient, teaching and research animals in the KSU-VHC.

Worksite Options:

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

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What You'll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• No minimum requirements. This position is covered by the Kansas Association of Public Employees (KAPE) agreement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prefer three years of experience in caring for large animals (especially veterinary hospital experience).
• Ability to write and interpret written instructions.
• Ability to communicate orally with professional and subordinate personnel.
• Ability to supervise work of students and volunteer employees.
• Ability to transport feed sacks, hay and/or wood shaving bales.
• Knowledge of animal nutrition and the procedures used in feeding, watering, housing, identifying and handling research, teaching and client food and pleasure animals.
• May also include infrequent exotic animal species.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

1. Resume
2. Cover letter
3. Contact information for three professional references

Application Window:

Closes January 21, 2026.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$15.50-18.00 per hour