Veterinary Technician (Part-Time)

Veterinary Technician (Part-Time) City of Henderson, NV

• 3.7 Henderson, NV Job Details Part-time $28.57
• $43.

56 an hour 1 day ago Benefits 401(a) AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Bereavement leave Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Veterinary Technician Certification Driver's License Associate's degree Full Job Description Position Overview The City of Henderson announces an examination to create a consideration for hire list and to fill one (1) vacancy for the classification of Veterinary Technician. in the Department of Community Development and Services. The consideration for hire list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year. Under general supervision, provides medical care and treatment to sheltered animals, as a state licensed Veterinary Technician, under the direction of a licensed Veterinarian ; assesses the health of animals; administers medications and vaccinations; assists with surgeries, treatment protocols, and case management; and performs related work as required.

VACANCY INFORMATION

This is a part-time, non-PERS eligible position. This position does not qualify for employer-paid benefits, paid time off, wage increases, or union representation This position requires enrollment in the City's Alternate Retirement Systems (ARS) Work schedule will consist of an average of 19 hours/week. Hours per week may increase or decrease based on Department need May be required to work a flexible work schedule, outside of normal business hours, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or extended hours The physical work location is the Henderson Animal Protection Facility located at 300 E Galleria Drive, Henderson, NV, 89011 Minimum Qualifications Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in Veterinary Technology or closely related field Three (3) years of direct experience working with and conducting health checks on animals Must possess and maintain a Veterinary Technician License with the Nevada State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners at time of application Must possess and maintain a Euthanasia Technician License with the Nevada State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners within six (6) months of the date of hire Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483 All required licenses and certificates, as mandated by local, state, and federal laws, or as required herein, must be obtained and maintained as a condition of continued employment and at the incumbents' expense

Desirable:

Experience directly assisting Veterinarian in performing diagnostic, medical, anesthetic and surgical procedures on animals Required Documents/Assessment Information

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION

1) Completed Employment Application 2) Veterinary Technician License with the Nevada State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners

• Please attach your documents to the "Attachments" section of your application

ASSESSMENT DATES

Structured Selection Interview (Weighted 100%)

• Monday, May 18, 2026 (Best-Qualified Candidates) All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS

If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report. The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and make themselves available to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above. Selection Process The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application. Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.

City of Henderson, Nevada Non-Represented:

FLSA Non-Exempt Employees Benefits Summary

HEALTHCARE AND INSURANCE

Health Insurance:

Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Employer paid Long Term Disability

• Up to 60% of Base Wage, if approved Employer paid Term Life Insurance / AD&D
• $50,000 or 1X annual salary, whichever is greater Employee Assistance Program
• 6 Free Visits Per Issue Per Year for Employee and Family Members in the Household, and Access to Work/Life Wellness Resources Medicare
• Employee and City each pay 1.

45%

RETIREMENT

Employer paid membership in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) No Social Security tax on employee's wages Retirement Health Savings (RHS) program Service based retiree health insurance premium subsidy after 15 years participating in this program

PAID TIME OFF

(PTO) Employees may carry over up to 988 hours of PTO each year From date of hire, new employee are credited with a minimum of 18 days

• of PTO. After their first anniversary, employees will begin accruing PTO monthly as follows: Second year through fifth calendar years of service
• 17.42 hours per month Sixth year through twelfth calendar years of service
• 20.59 hours per month Thirteenth calendar year of service and beyond
• 23.

75 hours per month Actual number of days and hours of PTO granted may vary by position

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE

Four (4) workdays of leave, with pay, per occurrence

HOLIDAYS 13

paid holidays per year Two (2) floating holidays per year (one in first year if hired on or after July 1st) The ability to bank holidays, up to 152 hours, that fall on an employee's regularly scheduled day off

WORK WEEK

Four-day, 9.5-hour workday, 38-hour work week Four-day, 10-hour workday, 40-hour work week for Police PERS positions

VOLUNTARY BENEFITS IRC 457

Deferred Compensation Plan IRC 401a Deferred Compensation Plan

• new/hire employees only IRC125 Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA)

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Medical and Dependent Care Supplemental Insurance:

Cancer/Catastrophic Illness, Accident, Short Term Disability, and Hospital Indemnity Auto and Home Insurance 529 College Savings Plan Supplemental Term Life Insurance Legal Insurance Pet Insurance Identity and Credit Protection PerkSpot Employee Discounts Program Long Term Care +

Life Insurance NOTE:

Benefits subject to change based on future administrative policy changes, changes to any applicable legislation, changes to elements of the City's voluntary benefits program, and at the discretion of the City Manager or City Council Revised 03/24