Animal Care Assistant – Equine Herd Position Available In Lee, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: The Animal Care Assistant - Equine Herd position at Auburn University involves caring for university-owned horses and facilities. Responsibilities include weekend feeding and pasture checks, with potential for additional hours during the week. The pay rate is $12.00/hour, and applicants must be current Auburn University undergraduate students with horse handling experience and a valid driver's license. Apply today to make a difference in animal care!
Job Description
Position Details
Position Information Requisition Number Stu04307P
Home Org Name Clinical Sciences
Division Name College of Veterinary Medicine
Position Title Animal Care Assistant – Equine Herd
Working Title (if different from Position Title) Job Summary This position is responsible for the care and feeding of the university owned horses and the facilities in which they reside. Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University? Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
Make a difference. Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform. Essential Functions The primary responsibility would be weekend feeding and pasture checks. Typical hours are Saturday and Sunday from 7:00a.m.-9:00a.m. and 4:00p.m.-5:00p.m. This position is available for 2-4 weekends per month depending on availability. Some additional hours may be available during the week and may continue into the fall semester if interested. Additional work may include activities such as:
Activities such as feed coverage during vacations
Grooming
Pasture maintenance or other husbandry activities depending on interest Why Work at Auburn?
Life-Changing Impact:
Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence:
We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
We’re Here for
You:
Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama:
The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
A Place for
Everyone:
Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged. Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! Minimum Qualifications Currently enrolled as an Auburn University undergraduate student.
Experience handling and caring for horses, with the ability to recognize illness or injuries.
Valid driver’s license
Willingness to learn and follow directions. Preferred Qualifications Pay Rate $12.00/hour
Work Hours 4
City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
Posting Detail Information Posting Date 04/17/2025
Closing Date 09/17/2025
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance (EOC) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.
