Animal Husbandry Focus (For Current SCC Students ONLY)

$26,000 - $26,000/Yr

Surry Community College - Dobson, NC

Part-time - Entry Level

Dobson, NC

Educational Services

About the position

The Animal Husbandry Focus position is a part-time work study opportunity for current students at Surry Community College, aimed at providing hands-on experience in livestock management. The role emphasizes animal welfare and requires a commitment to best practices in animal care, ensuring the health and productivity of farm animals. The position involves flexible working hours, including weekends and holidays, to meet the ongoing needs of the farm's livestock.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily care and well-being of farm animals, including cattle, donkeys, and goats.
• Monitor and maintain optimal living conditions, nutrition, and health of animals.
• Maintain clean and well-organized animal housing facilities.
• Ensure proper ventilation, lighting, and temperature control in barns and pens.
• Collaborate with maintenance staff to address infrastructure needs.
• Monitor feed quality, storage, and distribution.
• Monitor animals for signs of illness and promptly address health issues.
• Implement disease prevention measures and coordinate with veterinarians as needed.
• Maintain accurate health records.
• Keep detailed records of breeding activities, animal health, and performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory documentation related to animal husbandry.
• Generate reports for management on animal-related metrics.

Requirements

• Proven experience in animal husbandry, particularly in managing livestock.
• Strong observational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work outdoors and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Passion for ensuring the well-being of farm animals.
• Strong background in animal husbandry.

Benefits

• Part-time work study opportunity
• Pay rate of $12.50 per hour