City of Grand Prairie, TX
Grand Prairie, Texas, United States
Job Summary Grand Prairie Animal Services serves a rapidly expanding community of over 200,000 people and their pets. Last fiscal year, over 7,500 animals were cared for across both onsite and field operations. As a division, we pride ourselves in being an Ally for the Animals, a Resource for the Community, and having Compassion for All. In the newly created role of Medical Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to continue the development of an exceptional team, set direction and promote operational change for better efficiency and effectiveness, and enhance the veterinary resources available for the public as access to pet care becomes more limited than ever before. If this resonates with you, apply now to join and complete our leadership team at Grand Prairie Animal Services. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth and development. Our team is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, where all employees feel valued and respected. The purpose of this position is to direct vision, coordinate staff, and effectively lead operations for assigned subsects of the Animal Services Division in all matters ranging from day-to-day operations to public safety emergencies. This position oversees Raving Fans customer service, certification, and compliance in line with both state and federal laws, public communications, and life-saving programming. Other duties include holding or facilitating proper state-mandated licensing, responding to citizen inquiries or complaints, and performing other duties as required. Essential Job Functions Supervises personnel by observing and monitoring work tasks; innovatively identifying methods to maximize department's effectiveness and providing feedback to employees accordingly; evaluating work performance; assisting input to correct deficiencies; coordinating training, certification, and continuing education to meet state requirements and internal expectations; scheduling work assignments; and providing input on hiring and disciplinary actions. Quickly responds and modifies operations during times of emergent response that pose a public safety risk or threat to the community's domestic pet population, including but not limited to severe weather events; zoonotic or highly contagious disease outbreaks; and aggressive animals. Provides daily Raving Fans service to citizens by overseeing coordination of assigned operations; ensuring adequate staffing levels to handle responsibilities; answering questions; and handling complaints. Assesses/approves animals for humane euthanasia when necessary. Assists Animal Services Manager with developing, organizing, and implementing activities and action plans to achieve divisional goals and objectives; reviews and proposes modifications to standard operating procedures to ensure efficient and economical use of resources. Facilitates strong relationships with other city departments, local education institutions, outside businesses, community organizations, nonprofits, contracted vendors, and community leaders. Audits, assesses, and troubleshoots animal services software systems and complementing technologies. Maintains inventory, records and equipment; and overseeing interns, volunteers or temporary staff when needed. Overseeing programming and associated staffing, directly or indirectly based on supervisory assignment, in the following areas: Animal Resource Call Center; Social Media Strategy & Operations; PPAC Customer Care & Administrative Support; Contract Administration & Budgetary Recommendations; Invoice Payment & Operating Inventory Coordination; Training, Certification & General Licensing Coordination; Building Maintenance & Asset Coordination; Event Programming & Operations; Foster Programming & Operations; Rescue Programming & Operations; PPAC Admission Strategy & Operations; Coordination/Development of Contracted Veterinarians & Clinics Relations; Onsite Neonatal & Underaged Animal Care; Intensive Care Unit Programming & Onsite Care; Medical Appointment/Drop-off Coordination; Spay/Neuter & Animal Medical Wellness Operations; After-Hours Emergent Animal Medical Care Coordination; Radiation Safety & Operations; Clinic Drug Log & DEA Licensing Coordination; Community Cat Programming; 24/7 Field Service Request Response; Rabies Testing & Quarantine Coordination; Animal Cruelty Investigation & Response; Onsite Animal Population Care; Onsite Animal Routing & Disposition. Performs all duties of subordinate animal services employees when necessary and serves as Acting Animal Services Manager as needed. All other duties as assigned by a direct supervisor within the department. Functional Area Essential Duties Supervises an exceptional team comprised of a Lead Veterinary Technician, (2) Veterinary Technicians, and a Veterinary Assistant.Oversees recruitment, scheduling, and relationship development with contracted veterinarians, both contracted and through community partnerships.Facilitates day-to-day care of onsite underaged animal care as well as animals in critical medical status, including but not limited to those being treated for Panleukopenia or Parvovirus.Works closely with the Operations Development Team to coordinate medical appointments and/or drop-off for animals served through our programs, including but not limited to adoption and foster.Coordinates and oversees on- and off-site spay/neuter operations as well as assignment of staff to ensure proper administration of prescribed medications, both oral and injectable, and general wellness care of the onsite animal population.Ensures on-call duties are properly covered and rotated amongst the Medical Team for after-hours emergency response and, if needed, coordination with the emergency clinic.Functions as Radiation Safety Officer and ensures compliance with state regulations regarding X-ray operations.Maintains clinic drug log as required by DVM in possession of the facility’s DEA license & coordinates any changes in licensing as needed. Minimum Qualifications Work requires a high school diploma or G.E.D. Five years of related experience. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License preferred. Texas Euthanasia Technician Certification or ability to receive certification within 120 days of employment. Ability to read and understand papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, written directions, policies, etc. Typically, this level is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The physical demands of this position are considered medium in nature. Typically, this means exerting 20 - 50 lbs. occasionally, 10 - 25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly. Closing Date/Time: 5/17/2024 5:00 PM Central
Apr 12, 2024
Full Time
Job Summary Grand Prairie Animal Services serves a rapidly expanding community of over 200,000 people and their pets. Last fiscal year, over 7,500 animals were cared for across both onsite and field operations. As a division, we pride ourselves in being an Ally for the Animals, a Resource for the Community, and having Compassion for All. In the newly created role of Medical Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to continue the development of an exceptional team, set direction and promote operational change for better efficiency and effectiveness, and enhance the veterinary resources available for the public as access to pet care becomes more limited than ever before. If this resonates with you, apply now to join and complete our leadership team at Grand Prairie Animal Services. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth and development. Our team is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, where all employees feel valued and respected. The purpose of this position is to direct vision, coordinate staff, and effectively lead operations for assigned subsects of the Animal Services Division in all matters ranging from day-to-day operations to public safety emergencies. This position oversees Raving Fans customer service, certification, and compliance in line with both state and federal laws, public communications, and life-saving programming. Other duties include holding or facilitating proper state-mandated licensing, responding to citizen inquiries or complaints, and performing other duties as required. Essential Job Functions Supervises personnel by observing and monitoring work tasks; innovatively identifying methods to maximize department's effectiveness and providing feedback to employees accordingly; evaluating work performance; assisting input to correct deficiencies; coordinating training, certification, and continuing education to meet state requirements and internal expectations; scheduling work assignments; and providing input on hiring and disciplinary actions. Quickly responds and modifies operations during times of emergent response that pose a public safety risk or threat to the community's domestic pet population, including but not limited to severe weather events; zoonotic or highly contagious disease outbreaks; and aggressive animals. Provides daily Raving Fans service to citizens by overseeing coordination of assigned operations; ensuring adequate staffing levels to handle responsibilities; answering questions; and handling complaints. Assesses/approves animals for humane euthanasia when necessary. Assists Animal Services Manager with developing, organizing, and implementing activities and action plans to achieve divisional goals and objectives; reviews and proposes modifications to standard operating procedures to ensure efficient and economical use of resources. Facilitates strong relationships with other city departments, local education institutions, outside businesses, community organizations, nonprofits, contracted vendors, and community leaders. Audits, assesses, and troubleshoots animal services software systems and complementing technologies. Maintains inventory, records and equipment; and overseeing interns, volunteers or temporary staff when needed. Overseeing programming and associated staffing, directly or indirectly based on supervisory assignment, in the following areas: Animal Resource Call Center; Social Media Strategy & Operations; PPAC Customer Care & Administrative Support; Contract Administration & Budgetary Recommendations; Invoice Payment & Operating Inventory Coordination; Training, Certification & General Licensing Coordination; Building Maintenance & Asset Coordination; Event Programming & Operations; Foster Programming & Operations; Rescue Programming & Operations; PPAC Admission Strategy & Operations; Coordination/Development of Contracted Veterinarians & Clinics Relations; Onsite Neonatal & Underaged Animal Care; Intensive Care Unit Programming & Onsite Care; Medical Appointment/Drop-off Coordination; Spay/Neuter & Animal Medical Wellness Operations; After-Hours Emergent Animal Medical Care Coordination; Radiation Safety & Operations; Clinic Drug Log & DEA Licensing Coordination; Community Cat Programming; 24/7 Field Service Request Response; Rabies Testing & Quarantine Coordination; Animal Cruelty Investigation & Response; Onsite Animal Population Care; Onsite Animal Routing & Disposition. Performs all duties of subordinate animal services employees when necessary and serves as Acting Animal Services Manager as needed. All other duties as assigned by a direct supervisor within the department. Functional Area Essential Duties Supervises an exceptional team comprised of a Lead Veterinary Technician, (2) Veterinary Technicians, and a Veterinary Assistant.Oversees recruitment, scheduling, and relationship development with contracted veterinarians, both contracted and through community partnerships.Facilitates day-to-day care of onsite underaged animal care as well as animals in critical medical status, including but not limited to those being treated for Panleukopenia or Parvovirus.Works closely with the Operations Development Team to coordinate medical appointments and/or drop-off for animals served through our programs, including but not limited to adoption and foster.Coordinates and oversees on- and off-site spay/neuter operations as well as assignment of staff to ensure proper administration of prescribed medications, both oral and injectable, and general wellness care of the onsite animal population.Ensures on-call duties are properly covered and rotated amongst the Medical Team for after-hours emergency response and, if needed, coordination with the emergency clinic.Functions as Radiation Safety Officer and ensures compliance with state regulations regarding X-ray operations.Maintains clinic drug log as required by DVM in possession of the facility’s DEA license & coordinates any changes in licensing as needed. Minimum Qualifications Work requires a high school diploma or G.E.D. Five years of related experience. Valid Texas Class C Driver's License preferred. Texas Euthanasia Technician Certification or ability to receive certification within 120 days of employment. Ability to read and understand papers, periodicals, journals, manuals, written directions, policies, etc. Typically, this level is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to deal with system of real numbers; practical application of fractions, percentages, ratios/proportions and measurement. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. Ability to write reports, prepare business letters, expositions, and summaries with proper format, punctuation, spelling, and grammar, using all parts of speech. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in high school up to college. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study. The physical demands of this position are considered medium in nature. Typically, this means exerting 20 - 50 lbs. occasionally, 10 - 25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly. Closing Date/Time: 5/17/2024 5:00 PM Central
Requirements MOS Code: 43VX (Air Force) NEW INCENTIVE PROGRAM: Position is eligible for quarterly incentives of up to $5,000 based on performance measures. Must be full-time and complete first full quarter as a City employee. Salary will be based on qualifications and experience. Maximum base pay for this position is $166,250 annually. Education and Experience : Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM). Licenses and Certificates : Licensed to practice Veterinary Medicine in the State of Texas by the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners prior to appointment or licensed in another state. If licensed in another state, must obtain Texas License within 30 days of appointment. Texas and Federal Controlled Substances Registration, and USDA accreditation within 45 days of appointment. Valid Texas Class "C" Driver License or equivalent from another state by time of appointment. General Purpose Under general direction, supervise and provide routine health care and medical treatment of animals brought to the Animal Regulation and Disease Control (ARDC) facility. Participate in animal management and safety decisions. Typical Duties Render veterinary care and treatment to animals brought to the Animal Regulation and Disease Control (ARDC) facility. Involves: Perform routine and emergency medical care. Plan, implement and administer preventive medicine program. Administer anesthesia and direct physical restraint of animals to ensure safety and minimize risk to staff and animals. Perform surgery and post-operative care. Conduct postmortem examinations. Oversee vaccination, parasite control, bio-safety, quarantine and other protocols. Direct laboratory preparation of sample tissues for disease identification and prevention. Monitor and recommend changes to animal diets, nutritional standards and programs. Maintain detailed records of veterinary care including drug and controlled drug logs. Enforce laws associated with domestic and wild animals. Involves: Participate in the care, feeding, humane treatment and euthanasia of impounded animals. Ensure proper disposal of animal carcasses. Ensure proper inspection, investigation, epidemiology enforcement and quarantine related to disease and injury resulting from contact with animals and zoonotic diseases. Direct laboratory preparation of sample tissues for disease identification and prevention. Provide advice and counsel to local law enforcement agencies on the acquisition, management, referral, and disposition of canines. Direct the approval and enforcement of licenses and permits governing animal control to ensure compliance with regulations. Implement and enforce departmental animal care and disease control regulations. Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies, animal health and welfare regulations and standards including United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Good and Drug Administration (FDA), Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC), Environmental Protections Agency (EPA), Texas Environmental Quality Control Commission (TCEQ) and the Animal Welfare Act. Review facilities and standards to assure quality and recommend changes in animal housing and care. Perform related professional and incidental duties as required. Involves: Substitute, if assigned, for immediate supervisor or coworkers during temporary absences, as qualified, by performing specific duties and responsibilities essential to maintaining continuity of ordinary operations. Attend meetings, conferences and serve on ad hoc committees. May serve as Chairperson for the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. Compile data, generate reports and maintain records and files. Supervise assigned supervisory and non-supervisory staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance and review evaluation reports of subordinate supervisors. Provide for training and development. Enforce personnel rules and regulations, standards of conduct, work attendance and safe working practices firmly and impartially. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers, discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes. General Information For complete job specification, click here . Note: This is an unclassified contract position. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as “See résumé” are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete. To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application’s employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position. Determined by agreement Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
Requirements MOS Code: 43VX (Air Force) NEW INCENTIVE PROGRAM: Position is eligible for quarterly incentives of up to $5,000 based on performance measures. Must be full-time and complete first full quarter as a City employee. Salary will be based on qualifications and experience. Maximum base pay for this position is $166,250 annually. Education and Experience : Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM). Licenses and Certificates : Licensed to practice Veterinary Medicine in the State of Texas by the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners prior to appointment or licensed in another state. If licensed in another state, must obtain Texas License within 30 days of appointment. Texas and Federal Controlled Substances Registration, and USDA accreditation within 45 days of appointment. Valid Texas Class "C" Driver License or equivalent from another state by time of appointment. General Purpose Under general direction, supervise and provide routine health care and medical treatment of animals brought to the Animal Regulation and Disease Control (ARDC) facility. Participate in animal management and safety decisions. Typical Duties Render veterinary care and treatment to animals brought to the Animal Regulation and Disease Control (ARDC) facility. Involves: Perform routine and emergency medical care. Plan, implement and administer preventive medicine program. Administer anesthesia and direct physical restraint of animals to ensure safety and minimize risk to staff and animals. Perform surgery and post-operative care. Conduct postmortem examinations. Oversee vaccination, parasite control, bio-safety, quarantine and other protocols. Direct laboratory preparation of sample tissues for disease identification and prevention. Monitor and recommend changes to animal diets, nutritional standards and programs. Maintain detailed records of veterinary care including drug and controlled drug logs. Enforce laws associated with domestic and wild animals. Involves: Participate in the care, feeding, humane treatment and euthanasia of impounded animals. Ensure proper disposal of animal carcasses. Ensure proper inspection, investigation, epidemiology enforcement and quarantine related to disease and injury resulting from contact with animals and zoonotic diseases. Direct laboratory preparation of sample tissues for disease identification and prevention. Provide advice and counsel to local law enforcement agencies on the acquisition, management, referral, and disposition of canines. Direct the approval and enforcement of licenses and permits governing animal control to ensure compliance with regulations. Implement and enforce departmental animal care and disease control regulations. Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies, animal health and welfare regulations and standards including United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Good and Drug Administration (FDA), Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC), Environmental Protections Agency (EPA), Texas Environmental Quality Control Commission (TCEQ) and the Animal Welfare Act. Review facilities and standards to assure quality and recommend changes in animal housing and care. Perform related professional and incidental duties as required. Involves: Substitute, if assigned, for immediate supervisor or coworkers during temporary absences, as qualified, by performing specific duties and responsibilities essential to maintaining continuity of ordinary operations. Attend meetings, conferences and serve on ad hoc committees. May serve as Chairperson for the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. Compile data, generate reports and maintain records and files. Supervise assigned supervisory and non-supervisory staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance and review evaluation reports of subordinate supervisors. Provide for training and development. Enforce personnel rules and regulations, standards of conduct, work attendance and safe working practices firmly and impartially. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers, discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes. General Information For complete job specification, click here . Note: This is an unclassified contract position. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as “See résumé” are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete. To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application’s employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position. Determined by agreement Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Requirements MOS Code: 43VX (Air Force) NEW INCENTIVE PROGRAM: Position is eligible for quarterly incentives of up to $5,000 based on performance measures. Must be full-time and complete first full quarter as a City employee. Salary will be based on qualifications and experience. Maximum base pay for this position is $166,250 annually. Education and Experience : Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM). Licenses and Certificates : Licensed to practice Veterinary Medicine in the State of Texas by the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners prior to appointment or licensed in another state. If licensed in another state, must obtain Texas License within 30 days of appointment. Texas and Federal Controlled Substances Registration, and USDA accreditation within 45 days of appointment. Valid Texas Class "C" Driver License or equivalent from another state by time of appointment. General Purpose Under general direction, supervise and provide routine health care and medical treatment of animals brought to the Animal Regulation and Disease Control (ARDC) facility. Participate in animal management and safety decisions. Typical Duties Render veterinary care and treatment to animals brought to the Animal Regulation and Disease Control (ARDC) facility. Involves: Perform routine and emergency medical care. Plan, implement and administer preventive medicine program. Administer anesthesia and direct physical restraint of animals to ensure safety and minimize risk to staff and animals. Perform surgery and post-operative care. Conduct postmortem examinations. Oversee vaccination, parasite control, bio-safety, quarantine and other protocols. Direct laboratory preparation of sample tissues for disease identification and prevention. Monitor and recommend changes to animal diets, nutritional standards and programs. Maintain detailed records of veterinary care including drug and controlled drug logs. Enforce laws associated with domestic and wild animals. Involves: Participate in the care, feeding, humane treatment and euthanasia of impounded animals. Ensure proper disposal of animal carcasses. Ensure proper inspection, investigation, epidemiology enforcement and quarantine related to disease and injury resulting from contact with animals and zoonotic diseases. Direct laboratory preparation of sample tissues for disease identification and prevention. Provide advice and counsel to local law enforcement agencies on the acquisition, management, referral, and disposition of canines. Direct the approval and enforcement of licenses and permits governing animal control to ensure compliance with regulations. Implement and enforce departmental animal care and disease control regulations. Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies, animal health and welfare regulations and standards including United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Good and Drug Administration (FDA), Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC), Environmental Protections Agency (EPA), Texas Environmental Quality Control Commission (TCEQ) and the Animal Welfare Act. Review facilities and standards to assure quality and recommend changes in animal housing and care. Perform related professional and incidental duties as required. Involves: Substitute, if assigned, for immediate supervisor or coworkers during temporary absences, as qualified, by performing specific duties and responsibilities essential to maintaining continuity of ordinary operations. Attend meetings, conferences and serve on ad hoc committees. May serve as Chairperson for the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. Compile data, generate reports and maintain records and files. Supervise assigned supervisory and non-supervisory staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance and review evaluation reports of subordinate supervisors. Provide for training and development. Enforce personnel rules and regulations, standards of conduct, work attendance and safe working practices firmly and impartially. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers, discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes. General Information For complete job specification, click here . Note: This is an unclassified contract position. Note: This is a part-time position. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as “See résumé” are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete. To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application’s employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position. Determined by agreement Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
Requirements MOS Code: 43VX (Air Force) NEW INCENTIVE PROGRAM: Position is eligible for quarterly incentives of up to $5,000 based on performance measures. Must be full-time and complete first full quarter as a City employee. Salary will be based on qualifications and experience. Maximum base pay for this position is $166,250 annually. Education and Experience : Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM). Licenses and Certificates : Licensed to practice Veterinary Medicine in the State of Texas by the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners prior to appointment or licensed in another state. If licensed in another state, must obtain Texas License within 30 days of appointment. Texas and Federal Controlled Substances Registration, and USDA accreditation within 45 days of appointment. Valid Texas Class "C" Driver License or equivalent from another state by time of appointment. General Purpose Under general direction, supervise and provide routine health care and medical treatment of animals brought to the Animal Regulation and Disease Control (ARDC) facility. Participate in animal management and safety decisions. Typical Duties Render veterinary care and treatment to animals brought to the Animal Regulation and Disease Control (ARDC) facility. Involves: Perform routine and emergency medical care. Plan, implement and administer preventive medicine program. Administer anesthesia and direct physical restraint of animals to ensure safety and minimize risk to staff and animals. Perform surgery and post-operative care. Conduct postmortem examinations. Oversee vaccination, parasite control, bio-safety, quarantine and other protocols. Direct laboratory preparation of sample tissues for disease identification and prevention. Monitor and recommend changes to animal diets, nutritional standards and programs. Maintain detailed records of veterinary care including drug and controlled drug logs. Enforce laws associated with domestic and wild animals. Involves: Participate in the care, feeding, humane treatment and euthanasia of impounded animals. Ensure proper disposal of animal carcasses. Ensure proper inspection, investigation, epidemiology enforcement and quarantine related to disease and injury resulting from contact with animals and zoonotic diseases. Direct laboratory preparation of sample tissues for disease identification and prevention. Provide advice and counsel to local law enforcement agencies on the acquisition, management, referral, and disposition of canines. Direct the approval and enforcement of licenses and permits governing animal control to ensure compliance with regulations. Implement and enforce departmental animal care and disease control regulations. Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies, animal health and welfare regulations and standards including United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Good and Drug Administration (FDA), Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC), Environmental Protections Agency (EPA), Texas Environmental Quality Control Commission (TCEQ) and the Animal Welfare Act. Review facilities and standards to assure quality and recommend changes in animal housing and care. Perform related professional and incidental duties as required. Involves: Substitute, if assigned, for immediate supervisor or coworkers during temporary absences, as qualified, by performing specific duties and responsibilities essential to maintaining continuity of ordinary operations. Attend meetings, conferences and serve on ad hoc committees. May serve as Chairperson for the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee. Compile data, generate reports and maintain records and files. Supervise assigned supervisory and non-supervisory staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance and review evaluation reports of subordinate supervisors. Provide for training and development. Enforce personnel rules and regulations, standards of conduct, work attendance and safe working practices firmly and impartially. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Interview applicants. Recommend hiring, termination, transfers, discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes. General Information For complete job specification, click here . Note: This is an unclassified contract position. Note: This is a part-time position. Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received. Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department. A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as “See résumé” are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete. To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application’s employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position. Determined by agreement Closing Date/Time: Continuous
YORK COUNTY, SC
York, South Carolina, United States
About us York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation of our success. Mission Statement - York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner. Vision Statement - York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed. About the Department: York County Animal Shelter is looking for a new member to join our team! Our shelter is an open intake government shelter with a high-life saving focus. Our average intake is 4000 animals a year and our life saving focus enabled us to save 91% of the animals that entered into our care. About our opportunity The Public Works Department, Animal Services Division is excited to hire a non-exempt Animal Medical Technician to join their team! The purpose of this position is to follow medical care directives, perform hourly medical facility rounds and medical treatments, assist the Veterinarian with emergency and critical care procedures, train and monitor new shelter staff members, officers to perform daily inventory, and order supplies. Evaluate animals before surgery, perform anesthetic induction, inhalant gas anesthesia, sterile surgical site preparation, assist the Veterinarian with surgery as requested, and monitor medical parameters. Come and make a difference in the lives of animals today! Projected Hiring Range: $19.90 - $24.87 per hour. Salary is based on qualifications. Uniform allowance is provided. Duties and Responsibilities: Follows all medical care directives, administering medical treatments as directed. Performs daily rounds to assess and provide treatment to animals under the directive of York County Animal Services Veterinarian including on holidays and weekends. Manages emergency and critical care of injured and ill animals. Process incoming animals with intake and temperament evaluation. Execute all attending veterinarian standard and emergency directives, evaluated, prioritized, and completed in a timely manner without error. Maintains a safe, sanitary and functionally organized medical area, equipment, laundry duties as required to ensure regulatory compliance. Conduct pre-surgical patient evaluation, anesthetic induction, inhalant gas anesthesia maintenance, sterile surgical preparation, assist the Veterinarian with surgery as requested, and surgical recovery. Creates and maintains medical records and reports. Orders and maintains supply inventory. Conduct euthanasia of animals in compliance with state and federal laws, county ordinance, and county safety guidelines. Maintain level II narcotic use logs and oversight of division-controlled substance tracking program. Respond to complaints, medical questions, and concerns from the public as well as the shelter staff throughout the day. Trains other division staff on medical restraint and administration of vaccinations and medications. Supervise volunteers, community service workers, supervise and train inmate labor, oversee shelter keeper duties, and train animal control officers. Obtains blood, urine, and other samples for diagnostic testing as needed, as well as diagnostic imaging. Operates a County vehicle for veterinary transport. Pack and sterilize surgical instrument packs. Performs related work as assigned. About you Experience and Education: Associate’s Degree in Vet Technology or Biology or related discipline. Four (4) years of Surgical Experience as a Veterinary Technician, Assistant or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Certifications and Licenses: Valid driver's license is required. Must possess euthanasia technician certification, CPR and first aid certification. Knowledge of Chameleon and all Microsoft software applications with excellent computer skills. Physical Demands / Work Environment / Disclaimer Physical Demands: Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. Involves routine and frequent exposure to: Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen. Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions. Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife. Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors. Traffic; Moving machinery. Radiation; Disease/pathogens. Exposure to fractious and rabies infected animals. Potential bite risk. Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance: York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Full-time employees are allowed to participate in group medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance programs offered by York County Government. If employees elect to secure dependent coverage, the employee should pay the additional costs for such coverage. All statements of insurance coverage are subject to the terms, conditions, restrictions and other eligibility requirements that are set forth in various insurance plan documents. Our full-time benefits through PEBA (South Carolina Retirement Systems and State Health Plan) include health insurance, prescription benefits, dental, vision, life insurance, MoneyPlus, Health Savings Accounts, retirement (Membership in the South Carolina Retirement System is mandatory for county employees), and deferred compensation.Making decisions about your insurance and retirement benefits can sometimes be complicated and difficult. The Navigating Your Benefits seriesprovides common-language explanations and can help you find your way in the world of your insurance and retirement benefits: Navigating Your Benefits | S.C. PEBA (sc.gov) Other full-time benefits include longevity allowance, annual leave, sick leave, holiday pay, Sick Leave Bank, wellness benefits, Employee Assistance Program, etc. Please contact Human Resources at Human.Resources@yorkcountygov.com if you would like more information. Longevity Allowance Full-time regular county employees, elected officials, appointed officials, and judges with ten or more years of full time continuous governmental service are eligible to receive a monthly longevity allowance in addition to their regular compensation. Continuous service transferred from employment with another county, municipality, state or a political entity created by the State may contribute toward eligibility for the longevity allowance. Longevity allowances are paid according to the following schedule. Longevity Allowance Years of Continuous Service Monthly Longevity Amount 10-14 Years $20.00 15-19 Years $25.00 20-24 Years $30.00 25-29 Years $35.00 30-34 Years $40.00 35-39 Years $45.00 40+ Years $50.00 Annual Leave Probationary and regular full-time county employees that work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave with pay. Employees in their new hire six (6) month probationary period shall not be able to use annual leave until they become regular county employees. Employees who are separating from county service shall be paid for all accrued, unused annual leave up to 360 hours provided they give York County as the employer the proper notice as required. Employees in their six (6) month New Hire probationary period who are terminated or separated from employment shall not be paid for accrued annual leave. The maximum amount of annual leave carried into each calendar year is 360 hours. Earning Rate for Full-Time Employees Full-time employees with less than ten years of continuous service earn at the rate of eight hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve months period. Full-time employees with at least ten years, but less than twenty years of continuous service will earn at the rate of ten (10) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve month period. Full-time employees with twenty or more years of service will earn at the rate of twelve (12) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve (12) months period. Sick Leave Full-time county employees may be entitled to earn sick leave with pay. Employees may accrue up to 1,440 hours of sick leave. Upon termination of employment with the County, employees may not be reimbursed for any unused sick leave. When a paid holiday occurs while an employee is on sick leave with pay, the day may not be charged as sick leave. Earning Rate of Sick Leave Full time employees will earn eight hours of sick leave per month of service during a twelve month period. Paid Holiday’s The following days may be observed as paid holidays for York County Employees: January - December:3 Optional Holidays per Calendar Year January: New Year’s Day andMartin Luther King Day May: Memorial Day June: Juneteenth Day July: Independence Day September: Labor Day November: Veteran’s Day,Thanksgiving Day, andFriday after Thanksgiving December: Christmas Eve,Christmas Day Training: Quality training and educational programs are available at various times for county employees in order to support workforce development that is consistent with organizational objectives. Training topics may include driver training, CPR/first aid, communication, supervisor training, workplace violence, substance abuse, and various computer related classes. Closing Date/Time: 5/31/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
May 07, 2024
Full Time
About us York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation of our success. Mission Statement - York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner. Vision Statement - York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed. About the Department: York County Animal Shelter is looking for a new member to join our team! Our shelter is an open intake government shelter with a high-life saving focus. Our average intake is 4000 animals a year and our life saving focus enabled us to save 91% of the animals that entered into our care. About our opportunity The Public Works Department, Animal Services Division is excited to hire a non-exempt Animal Medical Technician to join their team! The purpose of this position is to follow medical care directives, perform hourly medical facility rounds and medical treatments, assist the Veterinarian with emergency and critical care procedures, train and monitor new shelter staff members, officers to perform daily inventory, and order supplies. Evaluate animals before surgery, perform anesthetic induction, inhalant gas anesthesia, sterile surgical site preparation, assist the Veterinarian with surgery as requested, and monitor medical parameters. Come and make a difference in the lives of animals today! Projected Hiring Range: $19.90 - $24.87 per hour. Salary is based on qualifications. Uniform allowance is provided. Duties and Responsibilities: Follows all medical care directives, administering medical treatments as directed. Performs daily rounds to assess and provide treatment to animals under the directive of York County Animal Services Veterinarian including on holidays and weekends. Manages emergency and critical care of injured and ill animals. Process incoming animals with intake and temperament evaluation. Execute all attending veterinarian standard and emergency directives, evaluated, prioritized, and completed in a timely manner without error. Maintains a safe, sanitary and functionally organized medical area, equipment, laundry duties as required to ensure regulatory compliance. Conduct pre-surgical patient evaluation, anesthetic induction, inhalant gas anesthesia maintenance, sterile surgical preparation, assist the Veterinarian with surgery as requested, and surgical recovery. Creates and maintains medical records and reports. Orders and maintains supply inventory. Conduct euthanasia of animals in compliance with state and federal laws, county ordinance, and county safety guidelines. Maintain level II narcotic use logs and oversight of division-controlled substance tracking program. Respond to complaints, medical questions, and concerns from the public as well as the shelter staff throughout the day. Trains other division staff on medical restraint and administration of vaccinations and medications. Supervise volunteers, community service workers, supervise and train inmate labor, oversee shelter keeper duties, and train animal control officers. Obtains blood, urine, and other samples for diagnostic testing as needed, as well as diagnostic imaging. Operates a County vehicle for veterinary transport. Pack and sterilize surgical instrument packs. Performs related work as assigned. About you Experience and Education: Associate’s Degree in Vet Technology or Biology or related discipline. Four (4) years of Surgical Experience as a Veterinary Technician, Assistant or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Certifications and Licenses: Valid driver's license is required. Must possess euthanasia technician certification, CPR and first aid certification. Knowledge of Chameleon and all Microsoft software applications with excellent computer skills. Physical Demands / Work Environment / Disclaimer Physical Demands: Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. Involves routine and frequent exposure to: Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen. Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions. Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife. Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors. Traffic; Moving machinery. Radiation; Disease/pathogens. Exposure to fractious and rabies infected animals. Potential bite risk. Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance: York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Full-time employees are allowed to participate in group medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance programs offered by York County Government. If employees elect to secure dependent coverage, the employee should pay the additional costs for such coverage. All statements of insurance coverage are subject to the terms, conditions, restrictions and other eligibility requirements that are set forth in various insurance plan documents. Our full-time benefits through PEBA (South Carolina Retirement Systems and State Health Plan) include health insurance, prescription benefits, dental, vision, life insurance, MoneyPlus, Health Savings Accounts, retirement (Membership in the South Carolina Retirement System is mandatory for county employees), and deferred compensation.Making decisions about your insurance and retirement benefits can sometimes be complicated and difficult. The Navigating Your Benefits seriesprovides common-language explanations and can help you find your way in the world of your insurance and retirement benefits: Navigating Your Benefits | S.C. PEBA (sc.gov) Other full-time benefits include longevity allowance, annual leave, sick leave, holiday pay, Sick Leave Bank, wellness benefits, Employee Assistance Program, etc. Please contact Human Resources at Human.Resources@yorkcountygov.com if you would like more information. Longevity Allowance Full-time regular county employees, elected officials, appointed officials, and judges with ten or more years of full time continuous governmental service are eligible to receive a monthly longevity allowance in addition to their regular compensation. Continuous service transferred from employment with another county, municipality, state or a political entity created by the State may contribute toward eligibility for the longevity allowance. Longevity allowances are paid according to the following schedule. Longevity Allowance Years of Continuous Service Monthly Longevity Amount 10-14 Years $20.00 15-19 Years $25.00 20-24 Years $30.00 25-29 Years $35.00 30-34 Years $40.00 35-39 Years $45.00 40+ Years $50.00 Annual Leave Probationary and regular full-time county employees that work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave with pay. Employees in their new hire six (6) month probationary period shall not be able to use annual leave until they become regular county employees. Employees who are separating from county service shall be paid for all accrued, unused annual leave up to 360 hours provided they give York County as the employer the proper notice as required. Employees in their six (6) month New Hire probationary period who are terminated or separated from employment shall not be paid for accrued annual leave. The maximum amount of annual leave carried into each calendar year is 360 hours. Earning Rate for Full-Time Employees Full-time employees with less than ten years of continuous service earn at the rate of eight hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve months period. Full-time employees with at least ten years, but less than twenty years of continuous service will earn at the rate of ten (10) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve month period. Full-time employees with twenty or more years of service will earn at the rate of twelve (12) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve (12) months period. Sick Leave Full-time county employees may be entitled to earn sick leave with pay. Employees may accrue up to 1,440 hours of sick leave. Upon termination of employment with the County, employees may not be reimbursed for any unused sick leave. When a paid holiday occurs while an employee is on sick leave with pay, the day may not be charged as sick leave. Earning Rate of Sick Leave Full time employees will earn eight hours of sick leave per month of service during a twelve month period. Paid Holiday’s The following days may be observed as paid holidays for York County Employees: January - December:3 Optional Holidays per Calendar Year January: New Year’s Day andMartin Luther King Day May: Memorial Day June: Juneteenth Day July: Independence Day September: Labor Day November: Veteran’s Day,Thanksgiving Day, andFriday after Thanksgiving December: Christmas Eve,Christmas Day Training: Quality training and educational programs are available at various times for county employees in order to support workforce development that is consistent with organizational objectives. Training topics may include driver training, CPR/first aid, communication, supervisor training, workplace violence, substance abuse, and various computer related classes. Closing Date/Time: 5/31/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
COUNTY OF LAKE, CA
Lake County, California, United States
General Recruitment Information Recruitments for County positions are typically conducted to establish eligibility lists to fill countywide vacancies that occur during the active status of those lists (approximately 3 -12 months). Any person on a promotional eligibility list will be considered first by the hiring department(s) before persons on an open eligibility list. The County of Lake only accepts applications for permanent positions when actively recruiting. Only online applications are accepted. It is the responsibility of each applicant to review the full job description and requirements. The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. Veteran's Preference. To apply for County examinations - All applications for County examinations must be submitted through the County's online application system. A completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each online application. All permanent County recruitments will be posted at www.co.lake.ca.us with a link to the online application. The County of Lake reserves the right to limit the number of applications that will be accepted for any open recruitment, and any such limit will be included on the job posting. When a limit is posted, the recruitment is subject to close at any time prior to the final filing date. Completed online application packets must be submitted by the close of business on the date that the recruitment closes . All relevant experience must be included on the application to be considered - resumes and other attached documents will not be used to qualify an applicant. Relevant experience and/or education may be substituted at a ratio of 2 to 1 for the purpose of meeting minimum qualifications and applicants should contact the Human Resources department for details. Important Notice - The provisions listed on job postings, job descriptions, or other recruitment materials do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Benefits may vary between bargaining units. Any provisions contained within job postings, job descriptions or other recruitment material may be modified or revoked without notice. All County of Lake applicants who are given a conditional employment offer must comply with the County's pre-employment medical review program before they may be appointed to the County position. Additional Information SIGN-ON INCENTIVE This position may qualify for a Sign-On Incentive. The appropriate Department Head with the County of Lake can request a Sign-On Incentive payment of 10% of the annual rate of pay to a newly appointed employee not to exceed $10,000.00 if the position meets qualifications. The hiring incentive will be made in two (2) payments (the total amount to be split in half). The first payment will be made to an employee within the next available pay period following the initial, first time hire of the employee with the County of Lake. The second payment will be made upon successful completion of employment probation. Employee must remain employed with the County for two (2) years or repay the hiring incentive; the employee shall authorize such repayment as a payroll deduction from the final paycheck, and/or repay any shortage not covered in the final paycheck with a personal check payable to the County of Lake within 15 days of termination. Minimum Qualifications Licensing and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver’s License. Education and Experience: Registration as a Registered Veterinary Technician by the California Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine. AND Six (6) months of full-time experience assisting a licensed veterinarian in providing medical treatment to animals, including surgical procedures and medical examinations, in a veterinary hospital or shelter clinic setting. Job Description REGISTERED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN DEFINITION Under general supervision, plans, organizes, coordinates, manages, and assists in the medical treatment and spaying and neutering of shelter animals; works closely with the facility veterinarian in providing medical treatment, spaying, and neutering services; and performs related duties as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This specialized class manages, organizes, monitors, and assists in the Animal Shelter Medical Program. Incumbents are expected to know and apply federal, state, and County regulations concerning all issues of performing Registered Veterinary Technician work and animal hospital management, including inventory and Drug Enforcement Agency requirements for mandatory drug logs. This classification is unique in that it reports to the Facility Veterinarian which may be a contract position for medical treatment protocols while reporting to the Animal Care and Control Director and/or Deputy Animal Care and Control Director for daily facility management. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from an assigned supervisor. Exercises no direct supervision over staff. May provide technical and functional direction to assigned staff. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Plans daily treatment schedule in order to minimize veterinarian down time. Assists with surgeries. Tends to and treats sick and injured animals as required by the established Veterinarian/Registered Veterinarian Technician treatment protocols. Performs euthanasia in accordance with established policies and California law when required. Maintains and manages a small treatment facility, including assisting in medical procedures, inventory control, maintenance, and cleaning. Works closely with other staff to maintain a manageable animal population in the treatment facility during times of surgery or exams. Completes written reports for management on those animals receiving treatment and provides daily updates on any ongoing medical treatment issues. May assist with shelter duties if needed. Performs related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Aseptic surgical techniques, animal care, and husbandry. Anesthesia techniques. Sterilization and surgical pack preparation procedures. Disease symptoms of domestic animals. Euthanasia techniques. Procedures to perform prophylactic evaluations, cleanings, and uncomplicated tooth extractions. Procedures used to control and administer pharmaceuticals. State and local codes, ordinances, and regulations governing quarantine, impounding, care, and disposal of animals. Proper English spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Applicable business equipment and software applications. Customer service principles and techniques. Written and oral communications skills. Computers and software programs (e.g., Microsoft software applications) to conduct research, assess information, and/or prepare documentation. Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction. Ability to: Prepare animals for surgery, assist with surgery, and care for animal’s post-surgery. Induce and monitor animals given anesthesia as prescribed by law. Sterilize equipment used in the animal treatment facility. Identify normal and abnormal animal behavior and symptoms of rabies and other animal disorders. Euthanize animals. Control and safely handle pharmaceuticals used in the care and handling of animals and disinfectants in the cleaning of animal habitats. Microchip animals. Perform prophylactic evaluations, cleanings, and uncomplicated tooth extractions. Read, interpret, and apply applicable rules, regulations, codes, laws, and ordinances governing the control and humane treatment of animals. Use a computer to prepare and maintain written records. Speak English and communicate clearly, confidently, and persuasively to a variety of audiences from different socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. Explain the legal requirements accurately and tactfully. Follow established procedures and directions while working independently. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Regularly work well under pressure, meeting critical deadlines. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Licensing and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver’s License. Education and Experience: Registration as a Registered Veterinary Technician by the California Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine. AND Six (6) months of full-time experience assisting a licensed veterinarian in providing medical treatment to animals, including surgical procedures and medical examinations, in a veterinary hospital or shelter clinic setting. WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS The County of Lake is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Incumbents generally work partially in an office environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions and partially in the field. As such, incumbents may have occasional exposure to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, and direct exposure to hazardous physical conditions. Incumbents may also be subject to clients or members of the public afflicted with behavioral disorders or who are under emotionally stressful conditions. Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work. Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents are subject to shift work as assigned, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Standby duty is also required. Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary. A successful candidate will be required to submit to and pass a background check prior to the appointment. Depending upon the position and/or assigned department, the background check may include but is not limited to civil and criminal history check, reference check, Live Scan, and/or credit check (as allowed under state law). Disaster Service Workers: As members of the County of Lake Emergency Services Organization, all Lake County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and / or County. The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of Lake assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a “meet and confer” process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect. RETIREMENT - County employees are members of the California Public Employee Retirement system (CalPERS).CalPERS provides a defined benefit pension at retirement for County employees.The pension formulas and employee contribution amounts may vary by bargaining unit, date of hire, prior qualifying service, and classification. Please contact Human Resources for more information. HEALTH AND INSURANCE BENEFITS - Medical, dental, hospital, vision, life and disability coverage is available to employees and their dependents. The County contributes $1,500 of the monthly premiums for the insurance plan options. VACATION ACCRUAL may be adjusted for current city or county government employees. VACATION - 80 hours per year during the first five years of service, 120 hours per year after five years, and additional accruals based on years of service beyond fifteen years. Pro-rated for part-time employees. SICK LEAVE - Accrues at a rate of 96 hours per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees. HOLIDAYS - An average of twelve paid 8-hour holidays per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees. SALARY - Lake County has an adopted salary schedule. The salary range for most classifications is in five increments with a provision for longevity increases. Appointments are normally made at the first step of the salary range. SOCIAL SECURITY - County employees participate in Social Security. CALIFORNIA STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE - SDI is available to some County employees. DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS and CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIPS are available to County employees. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 08, 2024
Full Time
General Recruitment Information Recruitments for County positions are typically conducted to establish eligibility lists to fill countywide vacancies that occur during the active status of those lists (approximately 3 -12 months). Any person on a promotional eligibility list will be considered first by the hiring department(s) before persons on an open eligibility list. The County of Lake only accepts applications for permanent positions when actively recruiting. Only online applications are accepted. It is the responsibility of each applicant to review the full job description and requirements. The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. Veteran's Preference. To apply for County examinations - All applications for County examinations must be submitted through the County's online application system. A completed Supplemental Questionnaire must be submitted with each online application. All permanent County recruitments will be posted at www.co.lake.ca.us with a link to the online application. The County of Lake reserves the right to limit the number of applications that will be accepted for any open recruitment, and any such limit will be included on the job posting. When a limit is posted, the recruitment is subject to close at any time prior to the final filing date. Completed online application packets must be submitted by the close of business on the date that the recruitment closes . All relevant experience must be included on the application to be considered - resumes and other attached documents will not be used to qualify an applicant. Relevant experience and/or education may be substituted at a ratio of 2 to 1 for the purpose of meeting minimum qualifications and applicants should contact the Human Resources department for details. Important Notice - The provisions listed on job postings, job descriptions, or other recruitment materials do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Benefits may vary between bargaining units. Any provisions contained within job postings, job descriptions or other recruitment material may be modified or revoked without notice. All County of Lake applicants who are given a conditional employment offer must comply with the County's pre-employment medical review program before they may be appointed to the County position. Additional Information SIGN-ON INCENTIVE This position may qualify for a Sign-On Incentive. The appropriate Department Head with the County of Lake can request a Sign-On Incentive payment of 10% of the annual rate of pay to a newly appointed employee not to exceed $10,000.00 if the position meets qualifications. The hiring incentive will be made in two (2) payments (the total amount to be split in half). The first payment will be made to an employee within the next available pay period following the initial, first time hire of the employee with the County of Lake. The second payment will be made upon successful completion of employment probation. Employee must remain employed with the County for two (2) years or repay the hiring incentive; the employee shall authorize such repayment as a payroll deduction from the final paycheck, and/or repay any shortage not covered in the final paycheck with a personal check payable to the County of Lake within 15 days of termination. Minimum Qualifications Licensing and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver’s License. Education and Experience: Registration as a Registered Veterinary Technician by the California Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine. AND Six (6) months of full-time experience assisting a licensed veterinarian in providing medical treatment to animals, including surgical procedures and medical examinations, in a veterinary hospital or shelter clinic setting. Job Description REGISTERED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN DEFINITION Under general supervision, plans, organizes, coordinates, manages, and assists in the medical treatment and spaying and neutering of shelter animals; works closely with the facility veterinarian in providing medical treatment, spaying, and neutering services; and performs related duties as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This specialized class manages, organizes, monitors, and assists in the Animal Shelter Medical Program. Incumbents are expected to know and apply federal, state, and County regulations concerning all issues of performing Registered Veterinary Technician work and animal hospital management, including inventory and Drug Enforcement Agency requirements for mandatory drug logs. This classification is unique in that it reports to the Facility Veterinarian which may be a contract position for medical treatment protocols while reporting to the Animal Care and Control Director and/or Deputy Animal Care and Control Director for daily facility management. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from an assigned supervisor. Exercises no direct supervision over staff. May provide technical and functional direction to assigned staff. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Plans daily treatment schedule in order to minimize veterinarian down time. Assists with surgeries. Tends to and treats sick and injured animals as required by the established Veterinarian/Registered Veterinarian Technician treatment protocols. Performs euthanasia in accordance with established policies and California law when required. Maintains and manages a small treatment facility, including assisting in medical procedures, inventory control, maintenance, and cleaning. Works closely with other staff to maintain a manageable animal population in the treatment facility during times of surgery or exams. Completes written reports for management on those animals receiving treatment and provides daily updates on any ongoing medical treatment issues. May assist with shelter duties if needed. Performs related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Aseptic surgical techniques, animal care, and husbandry. Anesthesia techniques. Sterilization and surgical pack preparation procedures. Disease symptoms of domestic animals. Euthanasia techniques. Procedures to perform prophylactic evaluations, cleanings, and uncomplicated tooth extractions. Procedures used to control and administer pharmaceuticals. State and local codes, ordinances, and regulations governing quarantine, impounding, care, and disposal of animals. Proper English spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Applicable business equipment and software applications. Customer service principles and techniques. Written and oral communications skills. Computers and software programs (e.g., Microsoft software applications) to conduct research, assess information, and/or prepare documentation. Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction. Ability to: Prepare animals for surgery, assist with surgery, and care for animal’s post-surgery. Induce and monitor animals given anesthesia as prescribed by law. Sterilize equipment used in the animal treatment facility. Identify normal and abnormal animal behavior and symptoms of rabies and other animal disorders. Euthanize animals. Control and safely handle pharmaceuticals used in the care and handling of animals and disinfectants in the cleaning of animal habitats. Microchip animals. Perform prophylactic evaluations, cleanings, and uncomplicated tooth extractions. Read, interpret, and apply applicable rules, regulations, codes, laws, and ordinances governing the control and humane treatment of animals. Use a computer to prepare and maintain written records. Speak English and communicate clearly, confidently, and persuasively to a variety of audiences from different socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. Explain the legal requirements accurately and tactfully. Follow established procedures and directions while working independently. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Regularly work well under pressure, meeting critical deadlines. Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Licensing and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California Driver’s License. Education and Experience: Registration as a Registered Veterinary Technician by the California Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine. AND Six (6) months of full-time experience assisting a licensed veterinarian in providing medical treatment to animals, including surgical procedures and medical examinations, in a veterinary hospital or shelter clinic setting. WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS The County of Lake is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Incumbents generally work partially in an office environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions and partially in the field. As such, incumbents may have occasional exposure to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, and direct exposure to hazardous physical conditions. Incumbents may also be subject to clients or members of the public afflicted with behavioral disorders or who are under emotionally stressful conditions. Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work. Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents are subject to shift work as assigned, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Standby duty is also required. Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary. A successful candidate will be required to submit to and pass a background check prior to the appointment. Depending upon the position and/or assigned department, the background check may include but is not limited to civil and criminal history check, reference check, Live Scan, and/or credit check (as allowed under state law). Disaster Service Workers: As members of the County of Lake Emergency Services Organization, all Lake County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and / or County. The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of Lake assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a “meet and confer” process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect. RETIREMENT - County employees are members of the California Public Employee Retirement system (CalPERS).CalPERS provides a defined benefit pension at retirement for County employees.The pension formulas and employee contribution amounts may vary by bargaining unit, date of hire, prior qualifying service, and classification. Please contact Human Resources for more information. HEALTH AND INSURANCE BENEFITS - Medical, dental, hospital, vision, life and disability coverage is available to employees and their dependents. The County contributes $1,500 of the monthly premiums for the insurance plan options. VACATION ACCRUAL may be adjusted for current city or county government employees. VACATION - 80 hours per year during the first five years of service, 120 hours per year after five years, and additional accruals based on years of service beyond fifteen years. Pro-rated for part-time employees. SICK LEAVE - Accrues at a rate of 96 hours per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees. HOLIDAYS - An average of twelve paid 8-hour holidays per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees. SALARY - Lake County has an adopted salary schedule. The salary range for most classifications is in five increments with a provision for longevity increases. Appointments are normally made at the first step of the salary range. SOCIAL SECURITY - County employees participate in Social Security. CALIFORNIA STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE - SDI is available to some County employees. DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS and CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIPS are available to County employees. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Applications are referred to the department daily for consideration. With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice. Under limited direction, the Veterinarian is responsible for all medical treatments and surgical services performed at the City’s Animal Care Services shelter; provides medical care and treatment of impounded animals; trains and oversees the work of non-professional staff who assist with animal health or euthanasia procedures; represents the City on the care and treatment of animals and pets. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate will have experience working in a large municipal animal shelter or non-profit that provides animal shelter services to a municipal organization. The ideal candidate will have experience providing high-quality veterinary care and spay and neuter services to shelter animals. The ideal candidate will have experience in providing knowledge and guidance to other shelter personnel, volunteers, and community members regarding veterinary care for shelter animals housed in the shelter and volunteer foster homes. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work under pressure and will embrace a foster centric model of animal sheltering that improves the lives of animals and people. The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to work a 4/10 work schedule, with one day of remote work to enter medical records, create treatment plans for shelter animals, and other administrative functions. Job sharing/part-time work is also a possibility. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is a single position management classification in the Animal Services Division of the General Services Department. The Veterinarian classification is distinguished from the Animal Care Services Manager, in that the latter has significant authority for various administrative and managerial operations within the Animal Care Services division, and is not responsible to possess specialized knowledge in order to examine, diagnose, and prescribe medical or surgical treatment for any ill or injured animals at the shelter. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Limited direction is received from the Animal Care Services Manager. Responsibilities include direct and indirect supervision of supervisory, technical, and support personnel. Responsibilities include direct supervision over Registered Veterinarian Technicians and indirect supervision of Animal Care Technicians. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Examine, diagnose, and perform routine and emergency medical treatment of all impounded animals; vaccinate animals against Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, Upper Respiratory Infection, and other diseases common to canines, felines, and other animals commonly found in shelters; perform spay/neutering surgery on animals prior to adoption; examine animals prior to adoption and before release to ensure health condition. - Regularly review medical condition of animals quarantined at the animal shelter; provide follow-up treatment to injured animals as necessary; perform euthanasia of designated animals. - Provide ongoing training for staff throughout the division to rapidly identify animals requiring isolation or veterinary care; train and supervise non-professional staff performing or assisting with veterinary duties or medical procedures. - Recommend and draft policies and guidelines for the animal health program for the animal shelter, as assigned; develop protocols for handling ill and injured animals in the shelter. - Supervise the visual monitoring on a daily basis of impounded animals, including those that may be isolated or quarantined for signs of illness or unusual behavior; assure that problems are promptly reported; determine and direct appropriate action as required. - Supervise the use of immobilization capture drugs; oversee use of drugs used for euthanasia; oversee the ordering and maintaining of supplies and equipment. - Review animal bites and exposure reports concerned with rabies and other diseases; contact citizens and officers involved and direct follow-up procedures; may assist field officers with cruelty investigations or rescues where medical intervention is necessary. - Respond to inquiries from the public; maintain effective community relations; participate in special community events; advise/explain proper medical care and treatment of animals and pets; perform studies; prepare reports and maintain records; prepare press releases and respond to inquiries from the press. - Assign, train, direct, and evaluate staff; provide professional and technical guidance to staff; oversee and implement disciplinary actions as necessary. - Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: - Surgical procedures for spaying and neutering canines, felines, and other common shelter animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs, etc. - Shelter medicine and best practices. - Standard guidelines of the veterinary professional that are used in the State of California. - Knowledge of modern techniques for treating various animals for common diseases and injuries. - Laws, codes, regulations and policies affecting the department’s operations and programs. - Quality assurance procedures and techniques. - Training principles, practices and techniques. - Principles and practices of leadership and conflict resolution. Skill in: - Addressing community groups, panels and/or commissions. - Using computers and computer applications and software. Ability to: - Decide whether to perform surgery based on the animals’ health status. - Understand, interpret and apply pertinent provisions of county, state and federal laws, rules, regulations and standards that affect the operation and administration of the shelter. - Effectively provide training and instruction to non-professional staff personnel on a variety of medical techniques common to animal care. - Analyze program needs and develop, recommend and implement operational procedures, policies and protocols. - Analyze situations and take appropriate action; reach sound conclusions. - Surgically alter with RVT support a minimum of 14 animals within a 4 hours block of time. - Establish and maintain cooperative relations and deal effectively and tactfully with citizens and staff. - Prepare clear, complete and technically accurate reports. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two years of recent experience in veterinary medicine. Supervision of staff, program responsibility, and previous experience in animal shelter medicine are highly desirable. Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS License: A current license to practice veterinary medicine in the State of California. PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Proof of the required certificate and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Loss of the license is cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Additional Requirement: Incumbents in this class may need to work weekends, holidays, nights, and respond to emergency animal services assignments during off duty hours. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the next posted cut - off date ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Proof of certification and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and/or license will be required at time of appointment. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the next posted cut - off date ; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee for further advancement in the selection process. 3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received by the final filing deadline will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-572 6 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento 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. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 07, 2024
Full Time
THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Applications are referred to the department daily for consideration. With supervisor approval, incumbents may be eligible for intermittent remote work; however, they must physically reside within the Sacramento region or have the ability to regularly report to a City of Sacramento physical worksite with little notice. Under limited direction, the Veterinarian is responsible for all medical treatments and surgical services performed at the City’s Animal Care Services shelter; provides medical care and treatment of impounded animals; trains and oversees the work of non-professional staff who assist with animal health or euthanasia procedures; represents the City on the care and treatment of animals and pets. IDEAL CANDIDATE STATEMENT The ideal candidate will have experience working in a large municipal animal shelter or non-profit that provides animal shelter services to a municipal organization. The ideal candidate will have experience providing high-quality veterinary care and spay and neuter services to shelter animals. The ideal candidate will have experience in providing knowledge and guidance to other shelter personnel, volunteers, and community members regarding veterinary care for shelter animals housed in the shelter and volunteer foster homes. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work under pressure and will embrace a foster centric model of animal sheltering that improves the lives of animals and people. The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to work a 4/10 work schedule, with one day of remote work to enter medical records, create treatment plans for shelter animals, and other administrative functions. Job sharing/part-time work is also a possibility. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is a single position management classification in the Animal Services Division of the General Services Department. The Veterinarian classification is distinguished from the Animal Care Services Manager, in that the latter has significant authority for various administrative and managerial operations within the Animal Care Services division, and is not responsible to possess specialized knowledge in order to examine, diagnose, and prescribe medical or surgical treatment for any ill or injured animals at the shelter. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Limited direction is received from the Animal Care Services Manager. Responsibilities include direct and indirect supervision of supervisory, technical, and support personnel. Responsibilities include direct supervision over Registered Veterinarian Technicians and indirect supervision of Animal Care Technicians. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Examine, diagnose, and perform routine and emergency medical treatment of all impounded animals; vaccinate animals against Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, Upper Respiratory Infection, and other diseases common to canines, felines, and other animals commonly found in shelters; perform spay/neutering surgery on animals prior to adoption; examine animals prior to adoption and before release to ensure health condition. - Regularly review medical condition of animals quarantined at the animal shelter; provide follow-up treatment to injured animals as necessary; perform euthanasia of designated animals. - Provide ongoing training for staff throughout the division to rapidly identify animals requiring isolation or veterinary care; train and supervise non-professional staff performing or assisting with veterinary duties or medical procedures. - Recommend and draft policies and guidelines for the animal health program for the animal shelter, as assigned; develop protocols for handling ill and injured animals in the shelter. - Supervise the visual monitoring on a daily basis of impounded animals, including those that may be isolated or quarantined for signs of illness or unusual behavior; assure that problems are promptly reported; determine and direct appropriate action as required. - Supervise the use of immobilization capture drugs; oversee use of drugs used for euthanasia; oversee the ordering and maintaining of supplies and equipment. - Review animal bites and exposure reports concerned with rabies and other diseases; contact citizens and officers involved and direct follow-up procedures; may assist field officers with cruelty investigations or rescues where medical intervention is necessary. - Respond to inquiries from the public; maintain effective community relations; participate in special community events; advise/explain proper medical care and treatment of animals and pets; perform studies; prepare reports and maintain records; prepare press releases and respond to inquiries from the press. - Assign, train, direct, and evaluate staff; provide professional and technical guidance to staff; oversee and implement disciplinary actions as necessary. - Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: - Surgical procedures for spaying and neutering canines, felines, and other common shelter animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs, etc. - Shelter medicine and best practices. - Standard guidelines of the veterinary professional that are used in the State of California. - Knowledge of modern techniques for treating various animals for common diseases and injuries. - Laws, codes, regulations and policies affecting the department’s operations and programs. - Quality assurance procedures and techniques. - Training principles, practices and techniques. - Principles and practices of leadership and conflict resolution. Skill in: - Addressing community groups, panels and/or commissions. - Using computers and computer applications and software. Ability to: - Decide whether to perform surgery based on the animals’ health status. - Understand, interpret and apply pertinent provisions of county, state and federal laws, rules, regulations and standards that affect the operation and administration of the shelter. - Effectively provide training and instruction to non-professional staff personnel on a variety of medical techniques common to animal care. - Analyze program needs and develop, recommend and implement operational procedures, policies and protocols. - Analyze situations and take appropriate action; reach sound conclusions. - Surgically alter with RVT support a minimum of 14 animals within a 4 hours block of time. - Establish and maintain cooperative relations and deal effectively and tactfully with citizens and staff. - Prepare clear, complete and technically accurate reports. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Two years of recent experience in veterinary medicine. Supervision of staff, program responsibility, and previous experience in animal shelter medicine are highly desirable. Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. PROOF OF EDUCATION Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service. Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment. SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS License: A current license to practice veterinary medicine in the State of California. PROOF OF CERTIFICATION Proof of the required certificate and/or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment . Unofficial documents and/or copies are acceptable. Driver License: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License at the time of appointment. Loss of the license is cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Additional Requirement: Incumbents in this class may need to work weekends, holidays, nights, and respond to emergency animal services assignments during off duty hours. THE SELECTION PROCEDURE Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders. All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox. 1. Application: (Pass/Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the next posted cut - off date ; Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted. Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified: If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section. Note: Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours/week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university/college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application. Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Proof of certification and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and/or license will be required at time of appointment. 2. Supplemental Questionnaire: (Pass/Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire to the City of Sacramento Employment Office by the next posted cut - off date ; Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted. Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire. Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee for further advancement in the selection process. 3. Screening Committee: (Pass/Fail) - All applications received by the final filing deadline will be forwarded to the hiring department for review. The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department. 4. Interview Process: Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass Live Scan/fingerprinting. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and/or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department. Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment. QUESTIONS: For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process: Please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/Home/ApplicationGuide for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process. For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at 855-524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/employment ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-572 6 Bilingual Pay Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary. Pension Reform Act The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of 2013. Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and/or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Sacramento 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. Additional Information Civil Service Rules: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/CivilServiceBoardRules62012.pdf Union Contracts: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/HR/labor-agreements.html Salary Schedule: https://www.cityofsacramento.gov/content/dam/portal/hr/documentlibrary/SalarySchedule.pdf Closing Date/Time: Continuous
City of Fremont, CA
Fremont, California, United States
Description The Fremont Police Department - Animal Services Division is recruiting for the position of Veterinarian. VIEW OUR RECRUITMENT BROCHURE About the Fremont Police Department: Fremont Police Department is the law enforcement agency for the City of Fremont, California. As of 2023, the department consists of over 300 staff, of which more than 200 are sworn personnel, and more than 100 are professional staff. Fremont Police Department was first established under the direction of Chief Richard E. Condon on July 1, 1958. At that time, it was staffed by one Lieutenant, three Sergeants, two investigators, one juvenile officer, 17 patrol officers, a secretary, and a clerk. By the end of 1958, there were a total of 25 officers serving a population of 29,000 people in the City of Fremont. In 1966, Fremont PD grew to 82 officers, serving a population of 88,000. The department continues to grow as demand for services increased. Today, Fremont Police Department is one of the most reputable police agencies in the State, serving the 4th largest city in the Bay Area. Job Responsibilities: Performs high volume, high quality spay/neuter surgeries of shelter animals and owned animals including dogs, cats, and rabbits Determines the need for diagnostic procedures and medical treatments Provides high quality shelter medicine by performing physical exams, treatments, and surgical procedures on shelter animals Monitors and evaluates the shelter population for behavioral conditions Administers injections to humanely euthanize animals in accordance with California State Law and Department guidelines and policies Desirable Qualifications: Experience in the following areas: High volume spay/neuter High volume herd health Shelter medicine Emergency triage Community cats spay/neuter First Review of Applications The first review of applications is May 27, 2024 at 5:00 PM (PT). Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume must be submitted with the completed online application. Applications submitted without a resume may not be considered. Only online applications will be accepted. To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box. Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process. Please review your settings in government jobs to ensure that you receive all updates regarding your status in the recruitment. Selection Process: The selection process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process. Reasonable Accommodation Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4660 or emailing humanresources@fremont.gov. Contact Us For additional information, please e-mail Human Resources Department at: humanresources@fremont.gov The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. ________________________________________________________________________________ Veterinarian - Class Specification Definition Under general direction, provides medical care and treatment to animals at the animal shelter; examines, diagnoses, and performs treatment for impounded animals; and develops a comprehensive animal health care services program. May supervise and direct the day-to-day activities of animal services staff, volunteers and others responsible for the medical management of impounded animals. Performs related duties as required. Class Characteristics The position is distinguished from Veterinary Technicians who are responsible for basic care of the animals in the shelter and who provide expert advice to citizens regarding the animals they wish to adopt, but do not have the knowledge, skill and training to perform surgery, provide diagnosis and prognosis of animal diseases, or the ability to prescribe drugs. Additionally, a Veterinary Technician cannot administer controlled substances or rabies vaccinations without the indirect supervision of a licensed veterinarian. Incumbents in this class may need to work weekends, holidays, nights and rotating shifts, and respond to emergency animal services assignments during off-duty hours. Essential Functions Performs high volume, high quality spay/neuter surgeries of shelter animals and owned animals including dogs, cats, and rabbits; may provide consultation and education to pet owners on spay/neuter procedures and explain possible complications. Determines the need for diagnostic procedures and medical treatments; provides high quality shelter medicine by performing physical exams, treatments, and surgical procedures on shelter animals. Monitors and evaluates the shelter population for behavioral conditions, specifically identifying animals for whom euthanasia is the best outcome due to safety or quality of life concerns. Create enrichment and behavior modification plans to lower the fear, anxiety and stress caused by life in the shelter. Administers injections to humanely euthanize animals in accordance with California State Law and Department guidelines and policies. Ensures the humane care of shelter animals and safeguards herd health by following the Association of Shelter Veterinarians’ guidelines for standards of care in animal shelters and evolving industry best practices. Provides expertise to Animal Control Officers for cruelty investigations or rescues where medical intervention is necessary; conducts necropsies when necessary for evidence collection; prepares written veterinary statements, and testifies in court as appropriate for animal welfare/cruelty cases. Effectively communicates the condition and status of animals with staff, public and animal groups. Advises staff on matters within the veterinary field. Trains appropriate staff in administering first aid and vaccinations to animals, the performance of euthanasia and other paramedical duties. Participates in vaccination clinics. Assists with emergency and disaster services. Ensures appropriate medication is administered by veterinary staff within clinical and statutory requirements, and supervises the use and security of controlled drugs. Implements and maintains medical record and drug use logs to established standards of veterinary and sheltering practices, ensuring that records are complete, accurate and compliant at all times. Maintains medical records for sheltered animals during rounds and collaborates with the shelter medical support team. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: California state and federal animal health laws and regulations governing the care and humane euthanasia of animals; principles, practices and techniques of veterinary medicine and disease; medical treatment for a wide range of animals including domestic, livestock, wildlife and underage animals; safe work practices; Federal guidelines related to controlled substances; principles of lead supervision; written and oral communication techniques; public relations; conflict resolution techniques; common animal types and their normal characteristics and behaviors. Skill in: the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for staff; planning, scheduling, monitoring and evaluating the work of staff; prioritizing and assigning work; veterinary forensics; interacting effectively with staff, community groups and the general public; performing surgery on a variety of animal species; performing animal examinations; performing diagnostic and treatment procedures; preparing reports; making sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions; communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public and others. Ability to: examine, evaluate and treat shelter animals (primarily dogs and cats) in a professional and efficient manner; operate assigned medical equipment; make sound decisions, including prescribing medications and euthanasia of animals that are irremediably suffering from serious illness or severe injury; develop and implement methods to control and prevent the spread of diseases in a shelter; plan, design, supervise and train staff an volunteers in the paraprofessional treatment and humane care of animals; communicate effectively orally and in writing. Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacities to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position. Education/Experience Any combination of education and/or experience which has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to satisfactory job performance would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be: a Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in Veterinary Medicine and two (2) years of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of animals in a clinical setting, private practice or animal shelter environment, including the performance of surgery. Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements Incumbents in this classification require possession of a valid Class C California driver's license by the time of appointment and will be placed in a pull-notice program (must maintain a good driving record). Failure to possess or maintain the valid required license shall result in discipline up to and including termination of employment. Possession and maintenance of a valid license to practice Veterinary Medicine issued by the California Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine. Possession of a valid Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license for procuring drugs. Possession of the California Veterinary Medical Board premise permit. Possession of a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) accreditation may be required. Willingness to respond to emergency animal services assignments during off-duty hours. Physical and Environmental Demands Rare = 66% Sitting: Frequent Walking: Frequent Standing: Frequent Bending (neck): Frequent Bending (waist): Frequent Squatting: Occasional Climbing: Rare Kneeling: Occasional Crawling: Rare Jumping: Never Balancing: Rare Twisting (neck): Frequent Twisting (waist): Frequent Grasp - light (dominant hand): Frequent Grasp - light (non-dominant): Frequent Grasp - firm (dominant hand): Frequent Grasp - firm (non-dominant): Frequent Fine manipulation (dominant): Frequent Fine manipulation (non-dominant): Frequent Reach - at/below shoulder: Occasional Reach - above shoulder level: Occasional Push/pull: Up to 10 lbs. Occasional 11 to 25 lbs. Occasional 26 to 50 lbs. Occasional 51 to 75 lbs. Occasional 76 to 100 lbs. Occasional Over 100 lbs. Rare Lifting: Up to 10 lbs. Occasional 11 to 25 lbs. Occasional 26 to 50 lbs. Occasional 51 to 75 lbs. Occasional 76 to 100 lbs. Occasional Over 100 lbs. Rare Carrying: Up to 10 lbs. Occasional 11 to 25 lbs. Occasional 26 to 50 lbs. Occasional 51 to 75 lbs. Occasional 76 to 100 lbs. Rare Over 100 lbs. Coordination: Eye-hand: Required Eye-hand-foot: Required Driving: Required Vision: Acuity, near: Required Acuity, far: Required Depth perception: Required Accommodation: Required Color vision: Required Field of vision: Required Talking: Face-to-face contact: Required Verbal contact w/others: Required Public: Required Hearing: Normal conversation: Required Telephone communication: Required Work environment: The incumbent of this classification will work in the animal shelter office and the shelter’s animal care area; exposure to animal bodily fluids in clinical situations and caring for their needs; may be exposed to aggressive animals. Assigned duties require extensive use of the medical care equipment; moving and handling domestic animals and wildlife; working in a variety of weather exposed to pollens, fumes, animal waste and other airborne irritants; frequent noise exposure; bending, squatting and crawling to care for animals in the shelter; and stepping, and climbing over physical barriers. Class Code: 6747 FLSA: Exempt EEOC Code: 2 Barg. Unit: FAME Probation: 12 months Established: 3/24 The City of Fremont offers a comprehensive benefit package including general and holiday leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long/short-term disability insurance. To view a summary of the benefits the City offers, please visit: City of Fremont Benefits Summary
May 07, 2024
Full Time
Description The Fremont Police Department - Animal Services Division is recruiting for the position of Veterinarian. VIEW OUR RECRUITMENT BROCHURE About the Fremont Police Department: Fremont Police Department is the law enforcement agency for the City of Fremont, California. As of 2023, the department consists of over 300 staff, of which more than 200 are sworn personnel, and more than 100 are professional staff. Fremont Police Department was first established under the direction of Chief Richard E. Condon on July 1, 1958. At that time, it was staffed by one Lieutenant, three Sergeants, two investigators, one juvenile officer, 17 patrol officers, a secretary, and a clerk. By the end of 1958, there were a total of 25 officers serving a population of 29,000 people in the City of Fremont. In 1966, Fremont PD grew to 82 officers, serving a population of 88,000. The department continues to grow as demand for services increased. Today, Fremont Police Department is one of the most reputable police agencies in the State, serving the 4th largest city in the Bay Area. Job Responsibilities: Performs high volume, high quality spay/neuter surgeries of shelter animals and owned animals including dogs, cats, and rabbits Determines the need for diagnostic procedures and medical treatments Provides high quality shelter medicine by performing physical exams, treatments, and surgical procedures on shelter animals Monitors and evaluates the shelter population for behavioral conditions Administers injections to humanely euthanize animals in accordance with California State Law and Department guidelines and policies Desirable Qualifications: Experience in the following areas: High volume spay/neuter High volume herd health Shelter medicine Emergency triage Community cats spay/neuter First Review of Applications The first review of applications is May 27, 2024 at 5:00 PM (PT). Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume must be submitted with the completed online application. Applications submitted without a resume may not be considered. Only online applications will be accepted. To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box. Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process. Please review your settings in government jobs to ensure that you receive all updates regarding your status in the recruitment. Selection Process: The selection process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process. Reasonable Accommodation Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling (510) 494-4660 or emailing humanresources@fremont.gov. Contact Us For additional information, please e-mail Human Resources Department at: humanresources@fremont.gov The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. ________________________________________________________________________________ Veterinarian - Class Specification Definition Under general direction, provides medical care and treatment to animals at the animal shelter; examines, diagnoses, and performs treatment for impounded animals; and develops a comprehensive animal health care services program. May supervise and direct the day-to-day activities of animal services staff, volunteers and others responsible for the medical management of impounded animals. Performs related duties as required. Class Characteristics The position is distinguished from Veterinary Technicians who are responsible for basic care of the animals in the shelter and who provide expert advice to citizens regarding the animals they wish to adopt, but do not have the knowledge, skill and training to perform surgery, provide diagnosis and prognosis of animal diseases, or the ability to prescribe drugs. Additionally, a Veterinary Technician cannot administer controlled substances or rabies vaccinations without the indirect supervision of a licensed veterinarian. Incumbents in this class may need to work weekends, holidays, nights and rotating shifts, and respond to emergency animal services assignments during off-duty hours. Essential Functions Performs high volume, high quality spay/neuter surgeries of shelter animals and owned animals including dogs, cats, and rabbits; may provide consultation and education to pet owners on spay/neuter procedures and explain possible complications. Determines the need for diagnostic procedures and medical treatments; provides high quality shelter medicine by performing physical exams, treatments, and surgical procedures on shelter animals. Monitors and evaluates the shelter population for behavioral conditions, specifically identifying animals for whom euthanasia is the best outcome due to safety or quality of life concerns. Create enrichment and behavior modification plans to lower the fear, anxiety and stress caused by life in the shelter. Administers injections to humanely euthanize animals in accordance with California State Law and Department guidelines and policies. Ensures the humane care of shelter animals and safeguards herd health by following the Association of Shelter Veterinarians’ guidelines for standards of care in animal shelters and evolving industry best practices. Provides expertise to Animal Control Officers for cruelty investigations or rescues where medical intervention is necessary; conducts necropsies when necessary for evidence collection; prepares written veterinary statements, and testifies in court as appropriate for animal welfare/cruelty cases. Effectively communicates the condition and status of animals with staff, public and animal groups. Advises staff on matters within the veterinary field. Trains appropriate staff in administering first aid and vaccinations to animals, the performance of euthanasia and other paramedical duties. Participates in vaccination clinics. Assists with emergency and disaster services. Ensures appropriate medication is administered by veterinary staff within clinical and statutory requirements, and supervises the use and security of controlled drugs. Implements and maintains medical record and drug use logs to established standards of veterinary and sheltering practices, ensuring that records are complete, accurate and compliant at all times. Maintains medical records for sheltered animals during rounds and collaborates with the shelter medical support team. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: California state and federal animal health laws and regulations governing the care and humane euthanasia of animals; principles, practices and techniques of veterinary medicine and disease; medical treatment for a wide range of animals including domestic, livestock, wildlife and underage animals; safe work practices; Federal guidelines related to controlled substances; principles of lead supervision; written and oral communication techniques; public relations; conflict resolution techniques; common animal types and their normal characteristics and behaviors. Skill in: the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for staff; planning, scheduling, monitoring and evaluating the work of staff; prioritizing and assigning work; veterinary forensics; interacting effectively with staff, community groups and the general public; performing surgery on a variety of animal species; performing animal examinations; performing diagnostic and treatment procedures; preparing reports; making sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions; communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public and others. Ability to: examine, evaluate and treat shelter animals (primarily dogs and cats) in a professional and efficient manner; operate assigned medical equipment; make sound decisions, including prescribing medications and euthanasia of animals that are irremediably suffering from serious illness or severe injury; develop and implement methods to control and prevent the spread of diseases in a shelter; plan, design, supervise and train staff an volunteers in the paraprofessional treatment and humane care of animals; communicate effectively orally and in writing. Incumbents must possess the physical and mental capacities to work under the conditions described in this document and to perform the duties required by their assigned position. Education/Experience Any combination of education and/or experience which has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to satisfactory job performance would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be: a Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in Veterinary Medicine and two (2) years of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of animals in a clinical setting, private practice or animal shelter environment, including the performance of surgery. Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements Incumbents in this classification require possession of a valid Class C California driver's license by the time of appointment and will be placed in a pull-notice program (must maintain a good driving record). Failure to possess or maintain the valid required license shall result in discipline up to and including termination of employment. Possession and maintenance of a valid license to practice Veterinary Medicine issued by the California Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine. Possession of a valid Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license for procuring drugs. Possession of the California Veterinary Medical Board premise permit. Possession of a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) accreditation may be required. Willingness to respond to emergency animal services assignments during off-duty hours. Physical and Environmental Demands Rare = 66% Sitting: Frequent Walking: Frequent Standing: Frequent Bending (neck): Frequent Bending (waist): Frequent Squatting: Occasional Climbing: Rare Kneeling: Occasional Crawling: Rare Jumping: Never Balancing: Rare Twisting (neck): Frequent Twisting (waist): Frequent Grasp - light (dominant hand): Frequent Grasp - light (non-dominant): Frequent Grasp - firm (dominant hand): Frequent Grasp - firm (non-dominant): Frequent Fine manipulation (dominant): Frequent Fine manipulation (non-dominant): Frequent Reach - at/below shoulder: Occasional Reach - above shoulder level: Occasional Push/pull: Up to 10 lbs. Occasional 11 to 25 lbs. Occasional 26 to 50 lbs. Occasional 51 to 75 lbs. Occasional 76 to 100 lbs. Occasional Over 100 lbs. Rare Lifting: Up to 10 lbs. Occasional 11 to 25 lbs. Occasional 26 to 50 lbs. Occasional 51 to 75 lbs. Occasional 76 to 100 lbs. Occasional Over 100 lbs. Rare Carrying: Up to 10 lbs. Occasional 11 to 25 lbs. Occasional 26 to 50 lbs. Occasional 51 to 75 lbs. Occasional 76 to 100 lbs. Rare Over 100 lbs. Coordination: Eye-hand: Required Eye-hand-foot: Required Driving: Required Vision: Acuity, near: Required Acuity, far: Required Depth perception: Required Accommodation: Required Color vision: Required Field of vision: Required Talking: Face-to-face contact: Required Verbal contact w/others: Required Public: Required Hearing: Normal conversation: Required Telephone communication: Required Work environment: The incumbent of this classification will work in the animal shelter office and the shelter’s animal care area; exposure to animal bodily fluids in clinical situations and caring for their needs; may be exposed to aggressive animals. Assigned duties require extensive use of the medical care equipment; moving and handling domestic animals and wildlife; working in a variety of weather exposed to pollens, fumes, animal waste and other airborne irritants; frequent noise exposure; bending, squatting and crawling to care for animals in the shelter; and stepping, and climbing over physical barriers. Class Code: 6747 FLSA: Exempt EEOC Code: 2 Barg. Unit: FAME Probation: 12 months Established: 3/24 The City of Fremont offers a comprehensive benefit package including general and holiday leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long/short-term disability insurance. To view a summary of the benefits the City offers, please visit: City of Fremont Benefits Summary
YORK COUNTY, SC
York, South Carolina, United States
About us York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited that you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation for our success. Mission Statement - York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner. Vision Statement - York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed. About York County Animal Services: Unleashing Hope and Saving Lives! Welcome to York County Animal Services, where we are dedicated to our mission in supporting lifesaving operations! With an annual intake surpassing 4000 animals, we’ve achieved an astounding 91% success rate in saving lives! Our vision, mission and core values are built on providing exceptional care and empathy to both our animals and community. Our unique team is comprised of kennel technicians, animal medical technicians, volunteer/adoption coordinators, behavior specialists, animal control officers, veterinarian technicians and an army of volunteers that fuel our mission to help provide care and compassion. Our Vision: York County Animal Services’ Vision is to build a humane community where all animals are treated with respect and compassion. Our Mission: York County Animal Services’ Mission is to create a collaborative community dedicated to supporting and protecting its pets and people through humane sheltering, adoption, education, outreach, and enforcement. Our Core Values: Compassion: We believe that the values of our community are reflected in the stewardship of its animals. Animals and people should be treated with empathy, kindness, and dignity. Dedication: We believe education and outreach programs provide a pathway for responsible pet ownership. Collaboration: We believe developing partnerships with community stakeholders will enhance the resources available for the betterment of the pets in the community and the families that care for them. Safety: We believe the safety and welfare of the pets and people is addressed through proactive intervention and effective enforcement. For more information, please visit our website: Animal Services | York, SC (yorkcountygov.com) Find us on social media: York County Animal Services SC | York SC | Facebook About our opportunity We are seeking an exceptional Shelter Veterinarian to join our team! If you are passionate about prevention, outreach, diagnostics, sterilization, and surgical intervention, we want to hear from you! We are looking for a commitment to community outreach and prevention coupled with a dedication to the humane treatment and care of all animals. Join our team today and make a profound impact on both the lives of animals and our community. This position will remain open until filled with applications being reviewed weekly. Our Total Compensation Package: Compensation - competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications. Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance Life Insurance Long-term disability Deferred Compensation 401K Plans Health Savings Account (HSA) Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program) 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Optional Holidays Longevity Pay SC State Retirement Plan Pension Paid Vacation and Sick Time Sick Bank Critical Care and Cancer Insurance Wellness Screenings Employee Assistance Programs Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences Duties and Responsibilities: Examines, evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and provides general and emergency medical care to animals under the supervision of York County Animal Control, including small animal, large animal, pediatric, exotic, livestock, and wildlife species. Prescribes, dispenses, and administers medication, vaccinations, and provides training and oversight to Animal Control staff on the use of medications and controlled substances. Performs testing, spay, neuter, surgeries, and euthanasia on animals. Provides examination and health certification to ensure animals are fit for interstate transport. Performs behavioral assessment of animals within the shelter for determination of temperament and adoptability to the public. Maintains regulatory requirements regarding the care and welfare of animals, including maintenance of records and veterinary history of animals, including medications, controlled substances, treatments, evaluations, and diagnosis. Provides training and medical oversight to York County Animal Control staff, including methods of disease prevention, treatment, triage, behavioral assessment, and euthanasia. Performs forensic and necropsy examinations for animal cruelty incidents, including reporting, deposition, and courtroom testimony. Works with management staff to identify and implement long-range programs and regularly review policies, procedures, and ordinances. Responds to citizen concerns about animals under care. Maintains inventory, care and compliance of medical equipment and supplies. Participates in community outreach events, such as wellness clinics, microchip clinics and public spay/neuter clinics. Performs related work as assigned. About you Education and Experience: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree. Special Certifications and Licenses: Must possess a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM). Licensure in good standing to practice veterinary medicine and surgery. State controlled substance license practitioner in good standing. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) controlled substance license practitioner in good standing. State authority to train and certify Euthanasia Technicians. Physical Demands / Work Environment / Disclaimer Physical Demands: Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. Involves routine and frequent exposure to: Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen. Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions. Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife. Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors. Traffic; Moving machinery. Electrical shock; Heights. Radiation; Disease/pathogens. Exposure to fractious and rabies infected animals. Potential for bite risk. Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance: York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Full-time employees are allowed to participate in group medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance programs offered by York County Government. If employees elect to secure dependent coverage, the employee should pay the additional costs for such coverage. All statements of insurance coverage are subject to the terms, conditions, restrictions and other eligibility requirements that are set forth in various insurance plan documents. Our full-time benefits through PEBA (South Carolina Retirement Systems and State Health Plan) include health insurance, prescription benefits, dental, vision, life insurance, MoneyPlus, Health Savings Accounts, retirement (Membership in the South Carolina Retirement System is mandatory for county employees), and deferred compensation.Making decisions about your insurance and retirement benefits can sometimes be complicated and difficult. The Navigating Your Benefits seriesprovides common-language explanations and can help you find your way in the world of your insurance and retirement benefits: Navigating Your Benefits | S.C. PEBA (sc.gov) Other full-time benefits include longevity allowance, annual leave, sick leave, holiday pay, Sick Leave Bank, wellness benefits, Employee Assistance Program, etc. Please contact Human Resources at Human.Resources@yorkcountygov.com if you would like more information. Longevity Allowance Full-time regular county employees, elected officials, appointed officials, and judges with ten or more years of full time continuous governmental service are eligible to receive a monthly longevity allowance in addition to their regular compensation. Continuous service transferred from employment with another county, municipality, state or a political entity created by the State may contribute toward eligibility for the longevity allowance. Longevity allowances are paid according to the following schedule. Longevity Allowance Years of Continuous Service Monthly Longevity Amount 10-14 Years $20.00 15-19 Years $25.00 20-24 Years $30.00 25-29 Years $35.00 30-34 Years $40.00 35-39 Years $45.00 40+ Years $50.00 Annual Leave Probationary and regular full-time county employees that work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave with pay. Employees in their new hire six (6) month probationary period shall not be able to use annual leave until they become regular county employees. Employees who are separating from county service shall be paid for all accrued, unused annual leave up to 360 hours provided they give York County as the employer the proper notice as required. Employees in their six (6) month New Hire probationary period who are terminated or separated from employment shall not be paid for accrued annual leave. The maximum amount of annual leave carried into each calendar year is 360 hours. Earning Rate for Full-Time Employees Full-time employees with less than ten years of continuous service earn at the rate of eight hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve months period. Full-time employees with at least ten years, but less than twenty years of continuous service will earn at the rate of ten (10) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve month period. Full-time employees with twenty or more years of service will earn at the rate of twelve (12) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve (12) months period. Sick Leave Full-time county employees may be entitled to earn sick leave with pay. Employees may accrue up to 1,440 hours of sick leave. Upon termination of employment with the County, employees may not be reimbursed for any unused sick leave. When a paid holiday occurs while an employee is on sick leave with pay, the day may not be charged as sick leave. Earning Rate of Sick Leave Full time employees will earn eight hours of sick leave per month of service during a twelve month period. Paid Holiday’s The following days may be observed as paid holidays for York County Employees: January - December:3 Optional Holidays per Calendar Year January: New Year’s Day andMartin Luther King Day May: Memorial Day June: Juneteenth Day July: Independence Day September: Labor Day November: Veteran’s Day,Thanksgiving Day, andFriday after Thanksgiving December: Christmas Eve,Christmas Day Training: Quality training and educational programs are available at various times for county employees in order to support workforce development that is consistent with organizational objectives. Training topics may include driver training, CPR/first aid, communication, supervisor training, workplace violence, substance abuse, and various computer related classes. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Mar 15, 2024
Full Time
About us York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited that you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation for our success. Mission Statement - York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner. Vision Statement - York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed. About York County Animal Services: Unleashing Hope and Saving Lives! Welcome to York County Animal Services, where we are dedicated to our mission in supporting lifesaving operations! With an annual intake surpassing 4000 animals, we’ve achieved an astounding 91% success rate in saving lives! Our vision, mission and core values are built on providing exceptional care and empathy to both our animals and community. Our unique team is comprised of kennel technicians, animal medical technicians, volunteer/adoption coordinators, behavior specialists, animal control officers, veterinarian technicians and an army of volunteers that fuel our mission to help provide care and compassion. Our Vision: York County Animal Services’ Vision is to build a humane community where all animals are treated with respect and compassion. Our Mission: York County Animal Services’ Mission is to create a collaborative community dedicated to supporting and protecting its pets and people through humane sheltering, adoption, education, outreach, and enforcement. Our Core Values: Compassion: We believe that the values of our community are reflected in the stewardship of its animals. Animals and people should be treated with empathy, kindness, and dignity. Dedication: We believe education and outreach programs provide a pathway for responsible pet ownership. Collaboration: We believe developing partnerships with community stakeholders will enhance the resources available for the betterment of the pets in the community and the families that care for them. Safety: We believe the safety and welfare of the pets and people is addressed through proactive intervention and effective enforcement. For more information, please visit our website: Animal Services | York, SC (yorkcountygov.com) Find us on social media: York County Animal Services SC | York SC | Facebook About our opportunity We are seeking an exceptional Shelter Veterinarian to join our team! If you are passionate about prevention, outreach, diagnostics, sterilization, and surgical intervention, we want to hear from you! We are looking for a commitment to community outreach and prevention coupled with a dedication to the humane treatment and care of all animals. Join our team today and make a profound impact on both the lives of animals and our community. This position will remain open until filled with applications being reviewed weekly. Our Total Compensation Package: Compensation - competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications. Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance Life Insurance Long-term disability Deferred Compensation 401K Plans Health Savings Account (HSA) Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program) 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Optional Holidays Longevity Pay SC State Retirement Plan Pension Paid Vacation and Sick Time Sick Bank Critical Care and Cancer Insurance Wellness Screenings Employee Assistance Programs Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences Duties and Responsibilities: Examines, evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and provides general and emergency medical care to animals under the supervision of York County Animal Control, including small animal, large animal, pediatric, exotic, livestock, and wildlife species. Prescribes, dispenses, and administers medication, vaccinations, and provides training and oversight to Animal Control staff on the use of medications and controlled substances. Performs testing, spay, neuter, surgeries, and euthanasia on animals. Provides examination and health certification to ensure animals are fit for interstate transport. Performs behavioral assessment of animals within the shelter for determination of temperament and adoptability to the public. Maintains regulatory requirements regarding the care and welfare of animals, including maintenance of records and veterinary history of animals, including medications, controlled substances, treatments, evaluations, and diagnosis. Provides training and medical oversight to York County Animal Control staff, including methods of disease prevention, treatment, triage, behavioral assessment, and euthanasia. Performs forensic and necropsy examinations for animal cruelty incidents, including reporting, deposition, and courtroom testimony. Works with management staff to identify and implement long-range programs and regularly review policies, procedures, and ordinances. Responds to citizen concerns about animals under care. Maintains inventory, care and compliance of medical equipment and supplies. Participates in community outreach events, such as wellness clinics, microchip clinics and public spay/neuter clinics. Performs related work as assigned. About you Education and Experience: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree. Special Certifications and Licenses: Must possess a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM). Licensure in good standing to practice veterinary medicine and surgery. State controlled substance license practitioner in good standing. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) controlled substance license practitioner in good standing. State authority to train and certify Euthanasia Technicians. Physical Demands / Work Environment / Disclaimer Physical Demands: Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment): Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. Involves routine and frequent exposure to: Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen. Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions. Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife. Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors. Traffic; Moving machinery. Electrical shock; Heights. Radiation; Disease/pathogens. Exposure to fractious and rabies infected animals. Potential for bite risk. Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance: York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Full-time employees are allowed to participate in group medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance programs offered by York County Government. If employees elect to secure dependent coverage, the employee should pay the additional costs for such coverage. All statements of insurance coverage are subject to the terms, conditions, restrictions and other eligibility requirements that are set forth in various insurance plan documents. Our full-time benefits through PEBA (South Carolina Retirement Systems and State Health Plan) include health insurance, prescription benefits, dental, vision, life insurance, MoneyPlus, Health Savings Accounts, retirement (Membership in the South Carolina Retirement System is mandatory for county employees), and deferred compensation.Making decisions about your insurance and retirement benefits can sometimes be complicated and difficult. The Navigating Your Benefits seriesprovides common-language explanations and can help you find your way in the world of your insurance and retirement benefits: Navigating Your Benefits | S.C. PEBA (sc.gov) Other full-time benefits include longevity allowance, annual leave, sick leave, holiday pay, Sick Leave Bank, wellness benefits, Employee Assistance Program, etc. Please contact Human Resources at Human.Resources@yorkcountygov.com if you would like more information. Longevity Allowance Full-time regular county employees, elected officials, appointed officials, and judges with ten or more years of full time continuous governmental service are eligible to receive a monthly longevity allowance in addition to their regular compensation. Continuous service transferred from employment with another county, municipality, state or a political entity created by the State may contribute toward eligibility for the longevity allowance. Longevity allowances are paid according to the following schedule. Longevity Allowance Years of Continuous Service Monthly Longevity Amount 10-14 Years $20.00 15-19 Years $25.00 20-24 Years $30.00 25-29 Years $35.00 30-34 Years $40.00 35-39 Years $45.00 40+ Years $50.00 Annual Leave Probationary and regular full-time county employees that work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave with pay. Employees in their new hire six (6) month probationary period shall not be able to use annual leave until they become regular county employees. Employees who are separating from county service shall be paid for all accrued, unused annual leave up to 360 hours provided they give York County as the employer the proper notice as required. Employees in their six (6) month New Hire probationary period who are terminated or separated from employment shall not be paid for accrued annual leave. The maximum amount of annual leave carried into each calendar year is 360 hours. Earning Rate for Full-Time Employees Full-time employees with less than ten years of continuous service earn at the rate of eight hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve months period. Full-time employees with at least ten years, but less than twenty years of continuous service will earn at the rate of ten (10) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve month period. Full-time employees with twenty or more years of service will earn at the rate of twelve (12) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve (12) months period. Sick Leave Full-time county employees may be entitled to earn sick leave with pay. Employees may accrue up to 1,440 hours of sick leave. Upon termination of employment with the County, employees may not be reimbursed for any unused sick leave. When a paid holiday occurs while an employee is on sick leave with pay, the day may not be charged as sick leave. Earning Rate of Sick Leave Full time employees will earn eight hours of sick leave per month of service during a twelve month period. Paid Holiday’s The following days may be observed as paid holidays for York County Employees: January - December:3 Optional Holidays per Calendar Year January: New Year’s Day andMartin Luther King Day May: Memorial Day June: Juneteenth Day July: Independence Day September: Labor Day November: Veteran’s Day,Thanksgiving Day, andFriday after Thanksgiving December: Christmas Eve,Christmas Day Training: Quality training and educational programs are available at various times for county employees in order to support workforce development that is consistent with organizational objectives. Training topics may include driver training, CPR/first aid, communication, supervisor training, workplace violence, substance abuse, and various computer related classes. Closing Date/Time: Continuous