Assistant State Veterinarian Position

7 days ago

Des Moines, Iowa, United States Iowa Department of Administrative Services Full time
Job Title: Assistant State Veterinarian

At the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, we are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated individual to fill the role of Assistant State Veterinarian. This position plays a crucial part in planning, directing, and managing production animal programs within the Division of Animal Health, while providing essential support to the State Veterinarian.

Main Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate and supervise production animal programs, focusing on cooperative disease eradication initiatives targeting various diseases, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and requirements.
  • Provide field supervision for district veterinarians, overseeing their activities and ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Direct the brucellosis and tuberculosis funds and vaccination program in Iowa, including supervision of associated staff.
  • Manage and supervise the Iowa Premise Identification Program and Animal Disease Traceability Program, ensuring compliance and efficient operation.
  • Oversee importation regulations and procedures, including the issuance of entry permits and compliance with USDA requirements.
  • Assist in managing foreign animal disease investigations and act as a trained official Foreign Animal Disease Diagnostician.
  • Coordinate and oversee the disposition of complaints against livestock facilities, ensuring compliance with animal health regulations and assisting law enforcement in investigations.
  • Undertake miscellaneous duties, including State Fair participation, public speaking engagements, staff training, contested case hearings participation, and leading field staff meetings.
  • Act as a statewide administrative coordinator for the Johnes Program, overseeing district veterinarian activities and grant implementation.
Requirements:
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Experience in veterinary practice and/or public health.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Commitment to upholding the highest standards of animal welfare and public health.
Benefits:
  • Paid leave, including holidays, vacation, sick leave, military leave, and jury duty leave.
  • Low out-of-pocket, high-quality family medical insurance.
  • Dental insurance for single coverage at no cost, with affordable family coverage options.
  • Exceptional retirement package including IPERS (Iowa Public Employee Retirement System) and a state-matched deferred compensation plan.
  • Basic life insurance, voluntary supplemental life, and long-term disability insurance.

We are committed to your well-being and offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid leave, health insurance, retirement planning, and more. Join us at the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and contribute to the vital work of protecting Iowa's agriculture and animal health while enjoying a rewarding career.

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