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Vacancy ID # 140483Title Farrier - Agricultural Specialist III
Employing Department Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center
Appointment Conditions
Term, Full Time, Appointment Ending 06/30/2017
Proposed Start Date As soon as possible
Job Description
The College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University is accepting applications for an Agricultural Specialist III, Farrier for the Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center (LVMC). In consultation with clinical veterinarians, this position provides both advanced and basic farrier services for LVMC clients. Responsibilities of this position include teaching principles of therapeutic and basic shoeing to veterinary students; providing continuing education courses for farriers; and devising and constructing therapeutic shoes for horses with a variety of musculoskeletal problems.
The successful candidate will be able to perform a broad range of shoeing techniques and possess forging skills. This includes working with multiple materials for shoeing including steel, aluminum, and adhesive materials.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience or a combination of education and related experience totaling 6 years.
Must have attended at least a 12 week course in farrier skills.
Must have experience shoeing a broad range of disciplines and breeds including draft horses.
Preferred Qualifications
- Hold Certified Journeyman Farrier Certificate or equivalent.
- Experience teaching farrier skills.
- Additional collegiate experience.
- An advanced degree.
- Experience which demonstrates computer skills for educational and data management tasks.
Salary Commensurate with qualifications
Special Conditions Must be available for occasional emergencies.
All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university's verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check.
Application Instructions
To apply for this position, please click on this URL:
www.iastatejobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=85514
and complete the Employment Application.
Please be prepared to attach or enter the following:
1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
3) Contact Information for Three References
If you have questions regarding this vacancy, please call Dr. Stephanie Caston 515-294-1500 or email scaston@iastate.edu
If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or toll free at 1-877-477-7485.
To ensure consideration, submit application by 06/11/2014
Quick Link
www.iastatejobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=85514
Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Director of Equal Opportunity, 3350 Beardshear Hall, (515) 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu.