State of Arizona
Overview
Assistant State Veterinarian – State of Arizona (Arizona Department of Agriculture). Full-time position reporting to the Arizona State Veterinarian in the Animal Services Division (ASD). This position will be responsible for Central Arizona and surrounding areas. Job Duties
Implement surveillance programs for avian and livestock diseases in order to better prepare and respond to livestock emergencies by reviewing, revising, formulating, affecting, managing and implementing policies and procedures related to foreign animal diseases (FAD). Exercise discretion and independent judgment to determine training needs, design training materials and educational outreach to private veterinarians, tribal veterinarians and all other external or internal partners or other allied industry professionals. Training will include proper sample collection, preparation and preservation of chain of custody. Maintain confidentiality of risk assessments of agroterrorism threats and confidentiality of all records and financial data reviewed during investigation assessments. Establish regulations for the traceability of livestock to support development of a modern animal movement and disease surveillance system, including the tagging system, distributing traceability literature, training field staff, and collecting/maintaining data. Supervision and evaluations of subordinate staff members. Explore, negotiate and prepare cooperative agreements or grant opportunities with outside agencies (e.g. USDA) to advance position objectives. Financial and budgetary management of grants will be required. Knowledge Of
Federal & state laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures and practices and USDA regulations Zoonotic & Foreign Animal Disease (ZFAD) Animal Disease Traceability Cooperative Agreements Investigative techniques Computer and communication technology Supervisory Principals Skills In
Written/verbal communication Grant writing/seek continued funding sources Creating training materials/provide effective training Financial/Budgetary management Drive truck/trailer Livestock and poultry handling Managing employees Ability To
Think analytically and solve problems Communicate with various external and internal customers Outreach to partners and stakeholders Create materials for public distribution and consumption Strong organizational abilities – plan, organize, direct resources and accomplish outreach and training Manage volunteers Selective Preference(s)
USDA FADD certification USDA Category II Veterinary Accreditation Fluent in Spanish Pre-Employment Requirements
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Degree or foreign equivalent degree from an AVMA accredited university or a foreign equivalent degree with recognition by either the Program for the Assessment of Veterinary Education Equivalence (PAVE) or Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates (ECFVG) Valid Drivers’ License If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). Benefits
The Arizona Department of Agriculture offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: Sick leave Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year Paid Parental Leave – Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program) Health and dental insurance Retirement plan Life insurance and long-term disability insurance Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page. Retirement
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Mandatory condition of Employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in statute. Current contribution rate is 12.00%. Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment. Contact Us
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Melissa Meek at mmeek@azda.gov for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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Assistant State Veterinarian – State of Arizona (Arizona Department of Agriculture). Full-time position reporting to the Arizona State Veterinarian in the Animal Services Division (ASD). This position will be responsible for Central Arizona and surrounding areas. Job Duties
Implement surveillance programs for avian and livestock diseases in order to better prepare and respond to livestock emergencies by reviewing, revising, formulating, affecting, managing and implementing policies and procedures related to foreign animal diseases (FAD). Exercise discretion and independent judgment to determine training needs, design training materials and educational outreach to private veterinarians, tribal veterinarians and all other external or internal partners or other allied industry professionals. Training will include proper sample collection, preparation and preservation of chain of custody. Maintain confidentiality of risk assessments of agroterrorism threats and confidentiality of all records and financial data reviewed during investigation assessments. Establish regulations for the traceability of livestock to support development of a modern animal movement and disease surveillance system, including the tagging system, distributing traceability literature, training field staff, and collecting/maintaining data. Supervision and evaluations of subordinate staff members. Explore, negotiate and prepare cooperative agreements or grant opportunities with outside agencies (e.g. USDA) to advance position objectives. Financial and budgetary management of grants will be required. Knowledge Of
Federal & state laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures and practices and USDA regulations Zoonotic & Foreign Animal Disease (ZFAD) Animal Disease Traceability Cooperative Agreements Investigative techniques Computer and communication technology Supervisory Principals Skills In
Written/verbal communication Grant writing/seek continued funding sources Creating training materials/provide effective training Financial/Budgetary management Drive truck/trailer Livestock and poultry handling Managing employees Ability To
Think analytically and solve problems Communicate with various external and internal customers Outreach to partners and stakeholders Create materials for public distribution and consumption Strong organizational abilities – plan, organize, direct resources and accomplish outreach and training Manage volunteers Selective Preference(s)
USDA FADD certification USDA Category II Veterinary Accreditation Fluent in Spanish Pre-Employment Requirements
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Degree or foreign equivalent degree from an AVMA accredited university or a foreign equivalent degree with recognition by either the Program for the Assessment of Veterinary Education Equivalence (PAVE) or Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates (ECFVG) Valid Drivers’ License If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). Benefits
The Arizona Department of Agriculture offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: Sick leave Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year Paid Parental Leave – Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program) Health and dental insurance Retirement plan Life insurance and long-term disability insurance Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page. Retirement
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Mandatory condition of Employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in statute. Current contribution rate is 12.00%. Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment. Contact Us
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Melissa Meek at mmeek@azda.gov for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
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