Position Information

Classification TitleTemporary Hourly

Employment CategoryTemporary

Is this an Hourly position?Yes

Work Hours/Week20-40

Overtime Eligible?Yes

Position LocationFort Collins, CO 80523

Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?No

Description of Work Unit

The CSU Equine Reproduction Laboratory has developed leading-edge equine reproduction techniques for the equine industry for over 45 years. Techniques such as collection of semen and artificial insemination, recovery and transfer of equine embryos, shipping cooled semen, and shipping cooled embryos are now routine in the equine industry, due in large part to the research, education, and outreach efforts of the CSU Equine Reproduction Laboratory

Search Contact Emaildavid.henckler@colostate.edu

Position Summary

Seeking a self-motivated employee with horse/livestock experience. Including cleaning/bedding stalls, feeding horses, and facility maintenance. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and the ability to work jointly with other team members. May work 20-40 hours per week. Available to work early mornings, late afternoons, holidays, and weekends. Hiring 1 position with an approximate start date of April 15, 2025.

Job Duties/Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Cleaning/removing manure from stalls and paddocks

• Inspect horses for signs of injury or illness

• Washing & disinfecting stalls, buckets, tools, drinkers, and equipment

• Feeding horses (mares, foals, and stallions) – hay, grain, and supplements

• General barn upkeep and grounds/facilities maintenance

• Additional duties as directed

Position Minimum Qualifications

• Equine/livestock experience

• Early morning, late afternoon, weekend, and holiday availability

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience driving a truck & trailer, skid loader, and/or tractor

Posting Details

Working TitleERL Non-Student Animal Care

Posting Number202500145T

DepartmentVeterinary Teaching Hospital

Salary Range17.50

Employee Benefits

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Close Date04/04/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

References will not be contacted without prior notification to applicant.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty CategoryAnimal Care and Facility Maintenance

Duty/Responsibility

• Cleaning/removing manure from stalls and paddocks

• Inspect horses for signs of injury or illness

• Washing & disinfecting stalls, buckets, tools, drinkers, and equipment

• Feeding horses (mares, foals, and stallions) – hay, grain, and supplements

• General barn upkeep and grounds/facilities maintenance

• Additional duties as directed

Percentage Of Time100

References

Minimum References Required3

Maximum References Required3

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

• List of Professional References

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents