Animal Care Assistant Manager

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 06/28/2024

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in Germany. Recruitment limited only to the local commuting area of Spangdahlem. Legal U.S. residents must possess a social security number or green card and must be:
- A US citizen, or
- A citizen of NATO country, other than the host country (Germany), and married to an active-duty U.S. military member.
In accordance with the NATO Status of Forces Agreement with Germany, citizens of the host country and non-NATO countries are not eligible for US NAF Employment. These individuals may be eligible for employment under the Local National (LN) program; you may contact the LN Team at 06565-61-6080 or DSN 452-6080 for more information on eligibility requirements. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas.

• Business Based Action
• Family Member Preference
• Military Spouse Preference
• Outside Applicant Veteran
• Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
• Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:

• Must have working knowledge of animal and kennel care.
• Able to recognize common animal breeds and be familiar with their proper care.
• Able to recognize potential health care problems and issues with animals.
• Must have administrative experience working with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office Software, including the ability to develop and maintain Excel spreadsheets
• Must possess skills in communicating with customers and dealing with the public.

One year working at the 52 FSS Pet Spa is desirable, but not required.