Animal Collections Team Member

Kids for the Future; Affton (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Job summary

Grant’s Farm is seeking an Animal Care Seasonal for large animal care, including deer, elk, bison, cattle and llamas. Responsibilities include feeding, medical care, documentation, and guest education during events.

The role requires strong communication, reliability, basic computer skills, and the ability to work flexible hours outdoors in all weather. Must lift up to 50 pounds and join a dedicated animal care team.

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to multitask.
• Basic computer skills including MS Office and data entry.
• High integrity and professional ethics.
• Collaborative with the team and problem-solving mindset.
• Flexible and adaptable to schedule changes.
• Eager to learn and take on new tasks.

Responsibilities

• Record keeping of herd feedings, medical issues, and maintenance.
• Daily cleaning of animal enclosures, barns, and pastures.
• Observe animals for illness, injury, or behavior changes.
• Learn proper maintenance of equipment, fencing, and tools.
• Operate farm equipment safely per protocols.
• Assist Large Animal Care Team with infant care, tagging, and medications.
• Educate guests about large animals during events.
• Follow quarantine and restraint guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Multitasking

Team spirit

Problem solving

Flexibility

Desire to learn

Tools

MS Office

Data entry

Job description

• Employee Type Part Time Hourly

Description

Position: Animal Care Seasonal – Large Animals

Department: Animal Care

Reports To: Supervisor of Animal Collection

Position Type: Seasonal/Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Salary: $15.25/hour

Position Summary

Grant’s Farm is looking for an Animal Care Seasonal that will primarily be responsible for the care and maintenance of large animal collection such as deer, elk, bison, cattle, and llamas. A successful person in this role will also follow protocols for routine feeding, medical care, documenting animal care, interacting and educating guests about large animals, maintaining and operating farm equipment, and working with the animal team as needed.

• Record keeping of information pertinent to herd feedings, medical issues, and general maintenance.
• Daily cleaning and maintenance of the animal enclosures, barns, and pastures.
• Observing animals for illness, injury, or changes in behavior.
• Learning proper maintenance of equipment, fencing, and tools to ensure the safest facilities for the animals.
• Operating farm equipment and tools safely and in accordance with proper protocols.
• Assisting Large Animal Care Team with infant care, tagging, and identifying.
• Following guidelines on the safe handling of animals, quarantine procedures, and restraint techniques.
• Assisting the Large Animal Care Team with animal vaccinations and administration of medications as prescribed by the program veterinarian.
• Educating guests about large animals for events
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated and able to multitask.
• Basic computer skills – MS office, data entry
• Strong sense of personal integrity.
• Team spirit and problem-solving abilities.
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Desire to learn

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Must be able to lift or carry 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to walk distances over uneven terrain.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including days, weekends, evenings and holidays.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions include heat, inclement weather, cold, etc

401K

Grant’s Farm is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.