Animal Care Supervisor I

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Animal Care Supervisor I to oversee animal husbandry activities, ensuring compliance with safety procedures and operational guidelines. This full-time position requires a BA and offers a salary range of $19.18 to $30.68 per hour. Candidates must have strong animal handling skills and supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant field is required.
• 5 years of experience in animal husbandry preferred.
• AALAS certification at LATg level is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily cage wash or animal husbandry activities.
• Ensures compliance with rules and regulations.
• Oversees procurement and storage of supplies.

Skills

MS Windows

Excel

Word

Outlook

Education

BA

BA/BS in relevant field

Job description

Job Title:

Animal Care Supervisor I

Requisition Number:

RE50621

Department Name:

40832:Laboratory Animal Resources

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Grade Level:

43

Salary Range:

$19.18-30.68/hour

Type of Position:

Staff

Position Time Status :

Full-Time

Required Education:

BA

Click here for more information about equivalencies::

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience:

0 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification:

None

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lifting, pushing or pulling of objects over 50 pounds; animal handling (including carcasses); risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; exposure to temperature extremes, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne/airborne pathogens. Able to work in hot, wet areas and wear personal protective clothing.

Shift:

Primarily days (i.e. Monday – Friday, 7a-3:30p) This position is required to participate in weekend, after hours, holiday and on-call rotations. Some mandatory overtime required to meet business needs.

Job Summary:

Supervises daily cage wash or animal husbandry activities ensuring 100% adequate and appropriate coverage for all operations. Monitors that activities are completed accurately and on time by physically verifying at the end of the current shift, that daily scheduled work as been properly completed.
Ensures that DLAR and investigator’s staff adhere to all UK, local, state, and/or Federal rules and regulations and that all actions are completed by strictly and consistently following applicable DLAR SOPs including safety procedures and guidelines. Supports other operational areas as requested by senior management. Oversees and manages procurement and proper storage of husbandry supplies. Provides, on a rotational basis, holiday, after-hour and weekend coverage for husbandry related issues.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:

MS Windows, Excel, Word and Outlook

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

Yes

Preferred Education/Experience:

BA/BS in relevant field, 5 years animal husbandry (laboratory animal husbandry preferred); AALAS certification at LATg level and valid state driver’s license if driving animal transportation van.

Deadline to Apply:

06/27/2025

Our University Community:

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.


Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.