High school graduation or vocational school or GED equivalent, and one year of experience an Chief Animal Technician or equivalent in a facility comparable to the Animal Resource Center and certifica- tion as a Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician by the Board of American Association for Laboratory Animal Service. This position has been identified as security sensitive within the meaning of section 51.215, Texas Education code.
Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation.
Job Duties 1. Plan, schedule, coordinate, and supervise the work of Animal Technicians and Animal Care Attendants in an assigned area of the A nimal Resources Center, making work assignments, advising as to the solution of work problems, and reviewing work both in process and at completion for adherence to established policies, procedures, an d practices. Conducts Performance Appraisals and makes recommendations for merit increases. Performs disciplinary actions up to and including termination of em ployment. Ensures optimum utilization of space and equipment by coordinating needs of research investigators.