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VETERINARIAN
The Veterinarian will assist the state veterinarian with the responsibility to provide overall coordination for the disease control in the livestock and poultry industries in the state. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Class Code:
B005N
Job Grade:
MP04
Special Job Requirements:
None
Typical Functions:
Assists with programs to prevent, control, and eradicate disease in the livestock and poultry industries. Responds to licensed veterinarians and citizens about animal health issues. Assists with educational seminars on disease. Assists director, state veterinarian, and agency’s departments in animal health issues.
Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations and procedures that affect animal health programs. Knowledge of the livestock and poultry industries and their diseases. Ability to present educational seminars to groups and individuals.
Minimum Qualifications:
The formal education equivalent of a doctorate degree in veterinary medicine and currently licensed by the State Veterinary Board, with several years of experience in the livestock and poultry industry. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Required Certificates:
None
Exempt:
E
