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Pacific Air Forces Animal Caretaker in Osan, South Korea
Summary About the position: This position is located at the All Paws Pet Care, Osan AB (Bldg. 421-B Behind Osan Elementary School) The Employment Category is Flexible. Work Schedule is Monday-Sunday and Holidays. Responsibilities Makes and confirms reservations. Ensures no "over-booking". Maintains accountability and security of funds received. Turns in receipts in a timely manner. Establishes and maintain continuity, safety and civil engineering files. Orders and maintain supplies. Initiates civil engineering work orders. Resolves customer complaints at the lowest level. Maintains close contact with the base veterinarian. Responsible for animal security and safety. Maintains animal boarding files. Receives and responds to inspection reports from base veterinarian. Observes animals periodically throughout shift to check for signs of illness, disease, injury, unusual activity or need for special care. Ensure kennel and training areas are free from foreign objects and stools. Enforces the "OFF LIMIT" policy and ensures security of entire kennel. Notifies supervisor or appropriate personnel in case of escape, sickness or other special needs or requirements of animals. Inspects and performs minor repairs to kennel facility and grounds. Insure bowls and utensils are clean to minimize contamination to animals. Monitors and records animal food consumption and stool movement. Fills out boarded animal report daily. Adheres to customer's special request regarding their pets care. Accommodates the special needs of the customer by opening after normal operating hours. Ensures all animals boarded have received current immunizations If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12463867 Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 07/05/2024 The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens with SOFA Sponsorship (including applicants with current Military Spouse Preference, Family member preference, and current Federal employees or family members) within the local commuting area of Osan AB (60-mile radius). Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas. Family Member Preference Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Must possess the basic knowledge of the animals cared for. Prior training in animal care desirable. However, no experience is required. Must be able to determine the sex and maturity of the animals to ensure proper boarding procedures are followed. Must be willing and able to handle care for animals to include feeding, watering, bathing, and cleaning and disinfecting kennel areas and restrooms. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods and frequently bend, kneel, crawl, to retrieve animals. Must be able to restrain and lift animals weighing up to 40lbs without assistance and up to 75lbs with assistance. Must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a Tier 1 investigation as a condition of employment. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution in order to qualify. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation. All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit. Probationary period may be required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible. Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 60/90 days after the closing date. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. LQA is not authorized. Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category. This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.