Veterinary Medical Field Officer - Region 2

Are you a USDA-accredited State Board Licensed Veterinarian with at least one year of practice? The Department of Agriculture, Regulations and Compliance Division is seeking candidates for a Veterinary Medical Field Officer position to administer the Bureau of Animal Health and Diagnostic Services programs. Become a valued member of the team by applying today!

In this role, you will administer Bureau of Animal Health and Diagnostic Services programs and legislatively mandated laws and regulations in the Region 2 area to provide animal disease surveillance and control. Supervising a team of Domestic Animal Health Inspectors, you will review investigation reports, provide consultation regarding assignments, regulations, and policies, and provide veterinary services relative to control of contagious or infectious diseases of domestic animals.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position is home headquartered in Region 2 which consists of the following counties: Cameron, Clinton, Columbia, Lycoming, Montour, Northumberland, Potter, Snyder, Tioga, and Union.
• The Veterinary Medical Field Officer Position is a challenging and exciting position that comes with a base salary that is negotiable up to $131,208.00. The position is also eligible for a performance incentive of up to $5,000 yearly once in regular status and if the selected candidate is board certified there is an additional quarterly payment as part of the compensation package.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of farm animal and/or poultry practice experience as a USDA accredited veterinarian.

Special Requirements:

• Possession of a license to practice veterinary medicine as issued by a state board of veterinary medical examiners.

Other Requirements:

• This particular position requires possession of a Class C non-commercial driver's license.
• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.