This position is located at the Pet Lodge, Andersen Air Force Base (AAFB), Guam. The mission of Joint Region Marianas (JRM) Warfighter & Family Readiness (WFR) is to provide the highest quality programs and services to the military community through self-sustainment across all quality of life programs.

Duties

Major duties and responsibilities are summarized below. This position has been restructured at a lower grade to facilitate recruiting and placement purposes. The incumbent may be promoted to the target level of NA-04 upon satisfactory completion of developmental assignments by demonstrated performance and supervisor's recommendation. Provides routine care according to set schedules for dogs, cats and other small animals. Handles docile but agile animals without injury to the animals and him/herself. Performs personal care for animals according to instructions. Observes animals for obvious changes in appearance or activity. Reports any obvious changes to supervisor or higher graded staff member. Prepares rations, feeds and waters according to instructions. Cleans and disinfects pens, kennel and rest rooms. Performs related support work, e.g., checking animals for licenses validity. Collects fees for service. Performs other related duties as assigned. A complete list of duties and responsibilities will be provided at the time of hire.

Requirements

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Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/). Applicants qualifying based on education, time in grade, credentials, certification, training and/or module completion MUST provide proof of education (i.e. official transcripts/high school diploma), personnel action or SFS0, credentials, statement of service, certification, training and/or module completion at the time of resume submission. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. Must be able to acquire and have an understanding of pet care and handling. Must be able to frequently handle objects weighing up to 75 pounds (dead lift). Must be able to exert some physical effort in lifting and handling animals with hands or other devices. Must be able to withstand long periods of standing and/or bending. Applies knowledge of the normal appearance and activities of animals to recognize obvious changes such as refusal to feed. Knowledge of normal feed and liquid needs to provide standard amounts. Skill in handling animals with hands and other device to hold and transfer them. Frequent lifting and carrying of feed materials, animals, and other objects weighing up to 75 pounds. Work requires walking, standing, and bending for long periods of time. Light physical effort is required to lift or handle docile animals. Work is performed outside and inside. Outside work often exposes the caretaker to unpleasant odors and noises. Outside work exposes incumbent to hot sun and occasionally bad weather. Usually works on concrete floors and is exposed to animal bites and scratches and animal wastes. May also be exposed to contagious disease. Work an uncommon tour of duty to include weekends and nights. Must obtain rabies vaccination. Must satisfactorily complete background checks.

Education

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Contacts

• Address Andersen Air Force Base Commander Joint Region Marianas ATTN J9 NAF HR Office PSC 455 Box 212 FPO, AP 96541 US
• Name: JRM NAF HRO
• Email: [email protected]