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Posted Job Title

Temporary Worker Hofmann Center

Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary

The Hofmann Center for Reproduction at New Bolton Center – part of the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of PA – is looking for a part-time, temporary worker.

The Hofmann Center provides comprehensive reproductive services for mares, stallions, and food & fiber animals and is located at 443 Bartram Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348.

https://www.vet.upenn.edu/veterinary-hospitals/NBC-hospital/services/reproduction

Job Description

Duties include:

• Cleaning and disinfecting horse stalls.

• Cleaning run-in-sheds.

• Turning out horses for exercise and feeding.

Schedule: 12-20 hours/week depending on availability, daytime only, expected to work every other weekend (both Saturday and Sunday).

The position will be available from March to August with an hourly rate of up to $17/hour.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent. Previous experience working with horses is preferred. Submit inquiries to lbrito@vet.upenn.edu.

Job Location - City, State

Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

Department / School

School of Veterinary Medicine

Pay Range

$7.25 - $17.00 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

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