VETERINARIAN SPECIALIST (GENERAL)

Job Description and Duties Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies. The Animal Health Branch is advertising to fill a Veterinarian Specialist (General) at the Animal Health Branch (AHB) Headquarters in Sacramento. Under general guidance of the Animal Health Branch (AHB) Research Scientist Supervisor II, the Veterinarian Specialist (General) plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs activities related to administrative, animal health, food safety, emergency management or other special programs and functions. The Veterinarian Specialist (General) will manage cattle disease control programs in California and will coordinate and provide technical recommendations on cattle activities related to reportable exotic diseases, as well as endemic diseases that are of importance to cattle and human health with duties including but not limited to: * Plan, organize, and coordinate activities that are associated with administering laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the Branch's Bovine programs * Serve as a subject matter expert for cattle diseases or cattle health problem areas in the State * Serve as the State Veterinarian's representative to the United States Animal Health Association Binational Committee by attending and participating in state and national strategic planning meetings to develop and modify disease surveillance programs based on current, recurrent, or newly emerging disease threats to California and Mexico * Travel anywhere in the state to provide public education on cattle health programs to members of the cattle industry, including veterinary students and practicing veterinarians * As available, attain and maintain Incident Command System (ICS) position credentialing through in person and online training courses * Review, apply, and enforce laws, regulations, and policies of the Department and of various local, State, and Federal government agencies in all aspects of assigned duties * Analyze, provide comments for, or respond to letters, legislation, regulations, and inquiries that may affect the programs or functions of the Branch Candidates may perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Working Conditions The incumbent performs the duties of this position both indoors and outdoors. The duties are primarily conducted indoors. The cubicle is equipped with a built-in modular desk, office chair, a computer with various software programs, a telephone and voice mail and accommodations for adequate filing space. Travel (including nights, weekends, and holidays) for extended periods may be required for meetings and events as well as during an emergency response. Travel on short notice may be required upon activation for emergency response. During emergency response periods, duties may require working long shifts at hours other than the normal work hours. The incumbent must follow CDFA, Division, and Branch employee health and safety policies. The incumbent may fulfill this position from anywhere in the State as a fully remote, home-office-based position. If the incumbent is in the Sacramento area, they have the option of this being a hybrid position (part telework and part in-office). If teleworking, the incumbent must adhere to all telework policies and procedures. Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. * VETERINARIAN SPECIALIST (GENERAL) Additional Documents * Job Application Package Checklist * Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-450889 Position #(s): 014-110-0176-002 Working Title: Veterinarian Specialist (General) Classification: VETERINARIAN SPECIALIST (GENERAL) $8,817.00 - $10,994.00 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department Information As part of the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the Animal Health and Food Safety Services (AHFSS) Division, The Animal Health Branch (AHB) functions as California's organized, professional veterinary medical unit to protect public health, animal agriculture, and the economy from catastrophic animal diseases and other related health and agricultural problems. AHB addresses livestock diseases and issues that require statewide coordinated resources; implements programs that protect public health and animal agriculture; and ensures the availability, affordability, and wholesomeness of food. Special Requirements * The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. Application Instructions Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application. Final Filing Date: Until Filled Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of Food & Agriculture Attn: Human Resource Branch JC-450889 1220 N Street, Room 242 Sacramento, CA 95814 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Food & Agriculture Human Resource Branch JC-450889 1220 N Street, Room 242 Sacramento, CA 95814 ELECTRONIC APPLICATION IS PREFERRED. All mail or drop-off applications must include JC-450889 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: * Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. * Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. * Degree/Diploma Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website. Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process. Hiring Unit Contact: Angelina Mwaniki (916) 900-5002 Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office. EEO Contact: Office of Civil Rights (916) 654-1005 California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device. Hard Copy Applications If you are dropping off or mailing in your application, please use the Examination/Employment Application, STD 678 Revised 06/2024 version. Additional Information Please do not include any confidential information such as social security number, marital status, ethnicity, age, salary or disability information on any of the documentation uploaded with your online application. If the classification you are applying for has an education requirement, transcripts will be required to verify you meet the minimum qualifications of the classification. Please be sure to redact any confidential information before uploading your transcripts. Upon hire you may be required to provide official sealed transcripts or an original degree or certificate. Applicants with foreign degrees may be asked to provide an official foreign transcript evaluation which indicates course work is equivalent to a degree from an accredited U.S. College or University. This position may require a medical clearance. Alternate Classifications and Training and Development assignments may be considered. Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Created: 2024-10-26