JOB TITLE: Livestock Support Assistant 

EMPLOYMENT TERM: Annual 

SUPERVISOR: LIvestock Coordinator 

CLASSIFICATION: Classified 

JOB SUMMARY 

The Livestock Team Assistant provides year-round support to the NES Livestock Coordinator and CTE Agriculture Teacher to ensure the daily care, feeding, watering, and safety of all animals within the NES Livestock Team program. This role helps maintain a safe, clean environment for the animals and supports activities, events and projects related to the livestock program. 

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE 

• High School Diploma or GED required. 
• Level One IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card. 
• Willingness to learn animal care routines. 
• Dependable attendance and punctuality. 

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE 

• Previous experience working with animals is helpful but not required. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Feed and water animals according to daily schedules and specific care plans. 
• Monitor animals' general health and report any concerns to the Livestock Coordinator immediately. 
• Assist in maintaining clean, safe animal enclosures and surrounding work areas. 
• Ensure all gates, cages and pens are secure to prevent escape or injury. 
• Support with livestock events and special projects as directed. 
• Follow all safety procedures for handling animals and using equipment. 
• Help transport food, supplies or animals as needed. 
• Serve as a positive role model for students working with the Livestock Team. 
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Livestock Coordinator. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• Safe handling and basic care of small livestock and poultry. 
• Following instructions and established routines. 
• Communicating effectively with supervisors and students. 
• Working cooperatively as part of a team. 
• Demonstrating accountability, attention to detail and perserverance. 

? Accountability ? Analytical Thinking ? Integrity ? Advocacy 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. The employee must use hands, arms and fingers to input data, handle, feel or reach; employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. such as boxes, supplies, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud and can vary in temperature. The nature of this position is fast-paced and may occasionally be thought of as stressful. Through interaction with the public and other district employees, the employee may encounter different scents.

ABOUT US

We have a great group of dedicated staff and hard-working students who work together to achieve academic success within in our district. Our campuses are located in Wittmann and Surprise, Arizona, where we value and invest in our local community.

Our Mission is to graduate all students with the knowledge, skills, attitudes and ethics necessary to succeed in the colleges or careers of their choice. Our Vision is to provide a quality education for every student, every day.

NOTICES

The statements in this job description describe the essential function and requirements as assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Job descriptions are subject to change. Employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and extensive fingerprint and background check. Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity gender expression, age, or national origin is prohibited. Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons. NUSD is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the district office at (623) 250-7746 at least 3 days in advance.

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT US

Our rural community offers a close-knit feel.
We offer job-embedded professional development and career pathways.
We have an exciting STEM program with amazing community partners.
Our University partners offer discounted tuition.
Discounted childcare is available for all employees.