Animal Caretaker NA-03 (2024)

Department of the Army

Army Installation Management Command

Morale Welfare Recreation Fund Patriot Pet Care Center

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Summary

This position is located at Morale Welfare Recreation Fund Patriot Pet Care Center at Fort Belvoir, Virginia.

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Overview

  • Accepting applications

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This job is open to

  • The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.

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Duties

  • Receives and shelters animals brought to the veterinarian clinic for treatment, temporary care or disposal. Observes animals and notifies supervisor of abnormal appearance.
  • Feeds animals taking care to measure food portions according to feeding instructions. Keeps records on animals in the facility. Assists other workers to restrain and treat animals.
  • Cleans and disinfects animal feeding utensils and pen areas. Maintains stock of cleaning materials and other items used. Mows grass and cleans yard of animal litter. Clears drains in runs. Empties Garbage.
  • May be required to operate a motor vehicle to transport supplies and laboratory samples. Ability to recognize obvious changes to the normal appearance and activities of animals. Ability to handle animals and clean work areas.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
  • Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • A one year probationary period may be required.
  • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
  • Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation.
  • Complete a Pre-employment physical, including applicable immunizations and vaccinations.
  • Working hours are between 6am-6pm, weekends and holiday are required.
  • Frequently lift and carry items and animals weighing over 70 pounds. Moderate effort is required to operate power washing and mowing equipment.
  • Exposed to unpleasant odors and noises, animal bites, scratches and contagious diseases. May he required to wear protective equipment.

Qualifications

Standard Qualifications:

  • Be physically able to lift and carry heavy items weighing over 70 pounds.
  • Stand and walk for long periods of time.
  • Be able to follow complex written instructions
  • Be able to maintain animal care records.
Highly Qualified:
  • Have one (1) year of Animal Caretaking experience.

Experience must be listed in your Resume otherwise it will not be considered. Highly Qualified Candidates will be referred first, if additional selections are required those meeting standard qualifications will be referred to management.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Applicants can claim the following eligibilities:

  • NAF Preference - Involuntarily Separated From the Military
  • NAF Preference - Spouse Employment Preference (SEP)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Business Based Action
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current Appropriated Funds Employee CNE (APF)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Current/Former NAF Employee (CNE/FNE)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Outside Applicant Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Parent of a Veteran (OAV)
  • NAF Priority Consideration - Spouse/Widow(er) of a Veteran (OAV)
  • As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

    The following documents must be submitted with your application:

    • Resume
    The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
    • Cover Letter
    • DD-214/ Statement of Service
    • DA Form 3434 or Other Documents to Support Eligibilities
    • Resume
    • Separation Notice (RIF)
    • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
  • Agency contact information

    Mohit Singh

    Email

    mohit.k.singh.naf@army.mil

    Address
    AS-NAF-W4VNAA US ARMY FT BELVOIR
    DO NOT MAIL
    Fort Belvoir, VA 22060
    US

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    Next steps

    Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!

  • The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

    • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
    • Criminal history inquiries
    • Reasonable accommodation policy
    • Financial suitability
    • Selective Service
    • New employee probationary period
    • Signature and false statements
    • Privacy Act
    • Social security number request

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Required Documents

The following documents must be submitted with your application:

  • Resume
The below items are accepted and may be needed to support a qualification and/or a claimed priority/preference:
  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • DA Form 3434 or Other Documents to Support Eligibilities
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action

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How to Apply

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Agency contact information

Mohit Singh

Email

mohit.k.singh.naf@army.mil

Address
AS-NAF-W4VNAA US ARMY FT BELVOIR
DO NOT MAIL
Fort Belvoir, VA 22060
US

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Next steps

Your resume will be reviewed to verify that qualification requirements have been met. We appreciate your interest in this position!

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Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/790822900. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.

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