MOS Code: 43VX (Air Force)
NEW INCENTIVE PROGRAM: Position is eligible for quarterly incentives of up to $5,000 based on performance measures. Must be full-time and complete the first full quarter as a City employee.
Salary: Salary will be based on qualifications and experience. Maximum base pay for this position is $166,250 annually.
Education and Experience: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM).
Licenses and Certificates: Licensed to practice Veterinary Medicine in the State of Texas by the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners prior to appointment or licensed in another state. If licensed in another state, must obtain Texas License within 30 days of appointment. Texas and Federal Controlled Substances Registration, and USDA accreditation within 45 days of appointment. Valid Texas Class "C" Driver License or equivalent from another state by time of appointment.
Responsibilities:
- Under general direction, supervise and provide routine health care and medical treatment of animals brought to the Animal Regulation and Disease Control (ARDC) facility. Participate in animal management and safety decisions.
- Render veterinary care and treatment to animals brought to the ARDC facility, including performing routine and emergency medical care, planning and administering preventive medicine programs, administering anesthesia, performing surgery, and conducting postmortem examinations.
- Oversee vaccination, parasite control, bio-safety, quarantine protocols, and maintain detailed records of veterinary care.
- Enforce laws associated with domestic and wild animals, including humane treatment and euthanasia of impounded animals, ensuring proper disposal of carcasses, and compliance with regulatory agencies.
- Supervise assigned supervisory and non-supervisory staff, schedule and check work, appraise employee performance, and provide training and development.
- Perform related professional and incidental duties as required, including attending meetings and serving on committees.
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Note: This is an unclassified contract position. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately; this position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received.
Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be clearly stated on your application’s employment history. Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application may eliminate you from consideration for the position.
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