Assistant State Veterinarian

4 weeks ago


Des Moines, Iowa, United States State of Iowa Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated individual to fill the role of Assistant State Veterinarian. As a key member of our team, you will play a crucial role in planning, directing, and managing production animal programs within the Division of Animal Health.

Main Responsibilities
  • Program Management: Coordinate, supervise, and manage production animal programs, focusing on cooperative disease eradication initiatives targeting various diseases, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and requirements.
  • Field Supervision: Provide field supervision for all district veterinarians, overseeing their activities and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Program Oversight: Direct the brucellosis and tuberculosis funds and vaccination program in Iowa, including supervision of associated staff.
  • Compliance and Enforcement: Manage and supervise the Iowa Premise Identification Program and Animal Disease Traceability Program, ensuring compliance and efficient operation.
  • Importation Regulations: Oversee importation regulations and procedures, including the issuance of entry permits and compliance with USDA requirements.
  • Foreign Animal Disease Investigations: Assist in managing foreign animal disease investigations and act as a trained official Foreign Animal Disease Diagnostician.
  • Complaint Disposition: Coordinate and oversee the disposition of complaints against livestock facilities, ensuring compliance with animal health regulations and assisting law enforcement in investigations.
  • Administrative Coordination: Undertake miscellaneous duties including State Fair participation, public speaking engagements, staff training, contested case hearings participation, and leading field staff meetings.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong Leadership Skills: Possess strong leadership and organizational skills.
  • Excellent Communication Skills: Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Veterinary Experience: Have experience in veterinary practice and/or public health.
  • Teamwork: Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Animal Welfare and Public Health: Commitment to upholding the highest standards of animal welfare and public health.
Benefits

The State of Iowa offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid leave, low out-of-pocket medical insurance, dental insurance, exceptional retirement package, and basic life insurance.



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