Veterinary Medical Field Officer - Region 6 Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4772475) Apply  Veterinary Medical Field Officer - Region 6 Salary $86,299.00 - $131,208.00 Annually Location *Home Headquartered, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CSSC-2024-15502-53220 Department Department of Agriculture Division AG Reg Cmplnc Div Opening Date 01/06/2025 Closing Date 2/4/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 53220 Position Number 50654611 Union Non-Union Bargaining Unit B3 Pay Group ST10 Bureau / Division Code 00046121 Bureau / Division Regulatory Compliance Division City Home headquartered, Pennsylvania Contact Name Zachary Bender Contact Email RA-OACEINTAKESEC@pa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION Are you a USDA-accredited State Board Licensed Veterinarian with at least one year of practice? I f so, consider joining the Department of Agriculture, Regulations and Compliance Division as a Veterinary Medical Field Officer. This position plays a crucial role by overseeing programs managed by the Bureau of Animal Health and Diagnostic Services. Apply today to start a rewarding career within the commonwealth and become a valued member of our team! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this role, you will administer Bureau of Animal Health and Diagnostic Services programs and legislatively mandated laws and regulations in the Region 6 area to provide animal disease surveillance and control. The region 6 area includes Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry, and York counties. While supervising a team of Domestic Animal Health Inspectors, you will be reviewing investigation reports, providing consultation regarding assignments, regulations, and policies, as well as providing veterinary services relative to control of contagious or infectious diseases of domestic animals. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description. (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=50654611) 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 and requires travel within Region 6 area. (See above for counties covered) + 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. + You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY 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 (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currentlywaivedfor this title. + You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: + Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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 towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us atra-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. #CWOPA EXAMINATION INFORMATION + 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/testoncefor this posting. + Your results will be provided via email. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. *Eligibility rules apply. 01 You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested. If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions. If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . + Yes 02 Do you possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension? + Yes + No 03 If you answered “Yes” to the previous question, please provide the issuing state and license number. If you answered “No” type N/A in the box. 04 Do you possess a valid license to practice veterinary medicine as issued by the state board of veterinary examiners? + Yes + No 05 If you answered 'yes' to the question above, please provide your license number and issuing state in the text box below. If you answered 'no' to the question above, please type N/A in the text box below. 06 Do you possess one or more years of full-time farm animal and/or poultry experience as a USDA accredited veterinarian? + Yes + No 07 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 08 If you answered 'yes' to the question above, please provide your USDA accreditation number and expiration date in the text box below. If you answered 'no' to the question above, please type N/A in the text box below. Required Question Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov