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ASSISTANT OPERATIONS MGR, DLAR

Job Title: ASSISTANT OPERATIONS MGR, DLAR
Job Code: 1209
FLSA: E
Job Level: 13
Revised Date: 10/01/2018
Job Family: JF 28

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Occupational Summary

Under the direction of the Operations Manager, assists in the management and coordination of activities of personnel engaged in the operation of animal care facilities in the Division of Laboratory Animal Resources.

Work Performed

Supervises the Comparative Medicine Specialist (CMS) staff under the guidance of the Operations Manager. Plans and schedules work assignments. Ensures that schedules are efficient, assignments are made promptly, and working time is utilized efficiently. Assigns duties to employees and monitors quantity and quality of work performed. Communicates assigned duties verbally and in writing. Monitors daily, weekly, and monthly work assignments in accordance with SOPs. Monitors attendance of employees in accordance with appropriate University/departmental policies and procedures.

Conducts interviews and makes hiring recommendations. Demonstrates leadership by helping staff to achieve goals. Issues appropriate corrective action, including counseling and formal actions when needed, in accordance with Duke University work rules.

Leads CMS staff meetings and attends leadership team meetings. Serves on various committees/projects as assigned. Shows initiative by making suggestions that lead to improved work processes. Identifies opportunities to enhance customer service. Ensures that commitments are met and problems resolved when out of the office.

Consistently fosters respect in the workplace. Displays excellent communication skills in listening and responding to others in all situations. Communicates the need to train and support employees as the department changes. Treats customers with dignity and respect. Delegates challenging assignments to employees to support development. Balances quality and cost effectiveness in decision making.

Assists with the establishment of performance standards for animal care and facility sanitation according to animal welfare regulations and AAALAC accreditation guidelines. Makes recommendations on improvements to leadership team. Facilitates the movement of animals coming to the university and the movement of animals within the medical center, and other facilities as needed.

Monitors equipment, materials, and supplies needed for facility operations. Makes recommendations to the Operations manager and assists in the scheduling and ensuring completion of repairs. Inspects facility daily and reports issues to Operations Manager in a timely fashion. Takes initiative to promote a safe work environment. Ensures that employees are compliant with OESO and departmental safety guidelines.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education/Training

Work requires a Bachelor's Degree in Animal Husbandry, Biology, Animal Science, or related field. LATG certification required. Participates in AALAS Certification Registry and maintain "Registered" status at Laboratory Animal Technologist Level.

Experience

Work requires five years of experience in laboratory animal resources, to include two years in a managerial role or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Skills

Displays a willingness and desire to manage, develop and mentor staff.

Supports staff, team, and departmental philosophy.

Possesses strong leadership skills; is recognized as a leader by colleagues.

Communicates well, is fair and consistent, and projects a positive attitude to staff.

Strives for continuous improvement for self, staff and department.

Possesses strong knowledge of the DLARs business, including SOPs policies, facilities, equipment and supplies; is self motivated and dedicated to excellent customer service.

Identifies and solves problems.

Delegates efficiently and effectively.

Works well with internal and external customers and colleagues.


The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.


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