Animal Care Technician - Work-Study

Missouri State University

Springfield (MO)

On-site

USD 19,000 - 22,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Missouri State University seeks an Animal Health Technician to support teaching animals at the Small Animal Education Center in Springfield. You will assist with routine care and enrichment, help maintain housing areas, and support office tasks.

Enrollment in the Occupational Health and Safety Program, required immunizations, and proof of work study award are mandatory, with reliable transportation and weekend availability. The role may involve some holidays and campus hours from 8:00 to 5:00.

Qualifications

Proof of work study award letter.
Availability to work at least one weekend per month and some holidays.
Preferred from an animal science related discipline (e.g., Agriculture, Biology, Biomedical Sciences).
Background check, online training, enrollment in the Occupational Health and Safety Program, and required immunizations at Magers Health and Wellness Center.

Responsibilities

Assist with routine animal care and husbandry for teaching animals.
Help with cleaning and maintenance of animal housing areas.
Provide enrichment and daily exercise to animals.
Distribute husbandry supplies and assist with office tasks such as scanning, printing, and filing.
Maintain a clean and enjoyable working environment.

Education

Animal science related discipline

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Proof of work study award is required.
Reliable transportation is required.
Enrollment in the Occupational Health and Safety Program and obtaining applicable immunizations at Magers Health and Wellness Center are required.
The Small Animal Education Center is located at the Darr Agricultural Center -
2401 S Kansas Expy Springfield, MO 65807.

Position Title

Student Status

Student Status Work Study Required- You are required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position.

Work Location

Work Location Springfield Campus

Department

Department School of Agricultural Science and Conservation

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $15.00

Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Department/Employer Operating Hours

Department/Employer Operating Hours 8:00 - 5:00 M-F, hours vary on weekends and holidays

How many hours per week are required?

How many hours per week are required? Minimum 6 hours

Description of Primary Duties

The Animal Health Technician assists in following established practices and procedures to provide routine animal care and husbandry related to teaching animals housed at the Small Animal Education Center. The Animal Health Technician will help with routine cleaning and maintenance of supporting areas of the animal housing. Will assist with making enrichment and providing daily exercise to animals. May be asked to distribute husbandry supplies. Will assist with office tasks such as scanning, printing, and filing documents, data entry for records, and taking inventory of supplies. Will help to maintain a clean and enjoyable working environment.

Required Qualifications

Individuals applying for this job must provide proof of work study award letter. Individuals must be available to work at least one weekend a month and some holidays as assigned. Individuals are preferred to be from an animal science related discipline (i.e., Agriculture, Biology, Biomedical Sciences). A background check, online training, enrollment in the Occupational Health and Safety Program and obtaining applicable immunizations at Magers Health and Wellness Center are required. A means of reliable transportation is required. Individuals are encouraged to be available to work some hours during school breaks.

Required Certifications

Additional Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants

Non-Discrimination Statement

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America. The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance@MissouriState.edu , 417-836-4252.

Open Date

Open Date 08/03/2026

Close Date

Close Date 08/25/2026

Posting Number

Posting Number 20260100STU

Required Documents

Resume
Work Study Award Letter (Student)

Optional Documents

Cover Letter
Letter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)
Curriculum Vitae

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Does your financial aid award letter show that you have a work study award for the current academic year?
- Yes
- No
* Are you a current Missouri State University Student?
- Yes
- No
* Are you currently seeking a degree at Missouri State University? Or are you currently seeking a teacher certification at Missouri State University?
- Yes
- No
- I'm not sure.
* How many credit hours are you currently enrolled in?
(Open Ended Question)
* Is your cumulative and/or semester GPA a 2.00 or better?
- Yes
- No
- I don't know
* How many days do you prefer to work?
- I prefer to work 2 days per week
- I prefer to work 3 to 4 days per week
- I prefer to work 4 to 5 days per week
- I prefer to work only on an "as needed" or "fill in" basis
* How many hours per week are you available to work?
- up to 15 hours per week
- 15 to 20 hours per week
- 20 to 30 hours per week
- up to 40 hours per week
* Are you available to work weekends?
- yes
- No
- Sat only
- Sun only
- Sometimes
* Would you be available to work during University breaks?
- Always
- Sometimes
- Never
* Will you provide your own transportation to Darr Agriculture Center (2401 S. Kansas Expressway)?
- Yes
- No