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Salary: $18.58 Hourly
Location : Main Campus, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA
Job Type: Part-time
Job Number: 02919
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Agricultural Science
Opening Date: 07/13/2026
JOB GOAL:
To advance the college's mission, vision, principles, values and strategic initiatives through continuous improvement decisions.
GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:
Under limited supervision, provides coordination and support for the daily operation of the Veterinary Technology program. This position requires independent judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills, strong organizational skills, excellent communication skills, good computer skills and the ability to handle pressures related to deadlines.
The work schedule will be 3 pm to 6 pm, Monday through Friday. This position will also be September - December and then January - May.
UNIVERSAL CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Advocate for Continual Improvement- empowering each other to identify opportunities for excellence.
• Collaborate with Mutual Accountability- working together with a willingness to take ownership and account for our actions.
• Champion Service- anticipating needs and create a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment.
• Perseverance- commitment to excellence even in the face of adversity or delay in achieving success.
• Lead- regardless of title, through positive influence.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise afternoon animal care rotations (3:00-6:00 PM Monday-Friday, September-December, January-May)
  • Communicate any problems with the instructor and/or veterinarian
  • Provide feedback to instructor(s) on student performance
• Instruct students in appropriate completion of animal care tasks
• Assist the full-time RVTs in monitoring student record keeping
• Assist faculty, staff, and students in the maintenance of clean and organized laboratory areas
• Perform limited kennel maintenance
• Submit kennel and facility maintenance requests
• Monitor patients and report any health problems to the attending veterinarian

• Perform other related work duties as assigned

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Be able and willing to represent the College in the most positive manner with members, students, clients, suppliers, and the community we serve.
• Cooperate as a team member with the Animal Health faculty and staff in performing duties essential to the achievement of efficient program operations.
• Ability to assume responsibility, deal effectively with problems, and exercise independent judgment when making decisions.
• Be punctual and reliable.
• Ability to work in an educational environment training environment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in oral and written form.
• Work effectively and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruptions, deal with deadlines, and be flexible.
• Must be able to handle and work with small animals.
• Must be available to work afternoons, 3:00-6:000 p.m. Monday-Friday for animal care.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential job duties/responsibilities and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES WITH/WITHOUT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
Moderate to light work. Position involves sitting and/or standing constantly (67-100%) in a laboratory/office setting. Exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally (10-33%). Frequent (34-66%) reaching, standing, walking, lifting, dexterity, pushing, pulling, and repetitive motions. Handling and restraint of both small and large animals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3 years of recent hands-on clinical experience in a small or mixed animal veterinary practice, including direct involvement in patient care, animal handling, and clinical procedures
• Proficient using Microsoft Office
• Valid Driver's License
  • This position requires a valid driver's license and participation in continuous Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) monitoring. Your driving record will be verified initially and monitored on an ongoing basis as a condition of employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Currently registered as a Veterinary Technician in Iowa
• Supervisory experience

EEO AA/STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Kirkwood Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion, and actual or potential family, parental or marital status. If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact the Vice President, Human Resources and Institutional Effectiveness, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, 319-398-5572, , or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, Telephone: (312) 730-1560 Facsimile: (312) 730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: .
WHY KIRKWOOD:
Kirkwood Community College prides itself on fostering a diverse workforce and values unique perspectives throughout its campus community. The college is a convenient, innovative, visionary educational leader striving to remain affordable and accessible. With more than 140 majors and programs, Kirkwood boasts 16,000 annual college-credit students while maintaining one of the lowest tuitions in the state. All degree-seeking students are eligible for federal financial aid and the college offers more than $3 million in scholarships each year to students from all walks of life.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
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Do you have 3 years of recent hands-on clinical experience in a small or mixed animal veterinary practice, including direct involvement in patient care, animal handling, and clinical procedures?

• Yes
• No

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