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. 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 a part-time Veterinarian, 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 Veterinarians 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. Special Incentives: Incentive Bonus ( To include contract for repayment if minimum of two (2) years of service is not completed ): Full-Time Vet Position: $25,000 half paid upon hire and half paid after one (1)-year service and a satisfactory completion of new hire probation period. Part-Time Vet Position: $15,000 half paid upon hire and half paid after one (1)-year service and a satisfactory completion of new hire probation period. Relocation Stipend Provided Student Loan Payments: $5,250.00 per year towards to repayment of student loans up to a max of ten (10) years as applicable. Projected Salary Range: $125,000 - $160,000. Compensation is negotiable based on experience/education. 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 This position will remain open until filled with applications being reviewed weekly. 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. Driver’s license required to respond to field medical emergencies and offsite boarding treatments. 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
Jul 14, 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. 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 a part-time Veterinarian, 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 Veterinarians 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. Special Incentives: Incentive Bonus ( To include contract for repayment if minimum of two (2) years of service is not completed ): Full-Time Vet Position: $25,000 half paid upon hire and half paid after one (1)-year service and a satisfactory completion of new hire probation period. Part-Time Vet Position: $15,000 half paid upon hire and half paid after one (1)-year service and a satisfactory completion of new hire probation period. Relocation Stipend Provided Student Loan Payments: $5,250.00 per year towards to repayment of student loans up to a max of ten (10) years as applicable. Projected Salary Range: $125,000 - $160,000. Compensation is negotiable based on experience/education. 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 This position will remain open until filled with applications being reviewed weekly. 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. Driver’s license required to respond to field medical emergencies and offsite boarding treatments. 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
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 June 30, 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
Jul 14, 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 June 30, 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
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation from a college or university accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Texas. Licenses or Certifications: Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Texas. Notes to Applicants Who Are We? Austin Animal Center is the municipal shelter for the City of Austin and unincorporated Travis County, providing shelter to thousands of animals annually as well as providing animal protection and pet resource services. We accept stray and owned animals regardless of age, health, species or breed. Our mission is to enhance the lives of pets and people by preventing animal homelessness, to help lost pets find their way home or find new homes, to provide education and resources to preserve the human-animal bond, and to administer animal-related ordinances to ensure public and animal safety, all while achieving a 95% live outcome rate for sheltered pets. Our ultimate goal is to place all adoptable animals in forever homes through adoption, foster care, or rescue partner groups. Why work here? If you love animals and want to make a positive impact on our community this is the place for you!We at Austin Animal Center are committed to the wellbeing of animals in our community and shelter. On a daily basis, the work we do here helps hundreds of animals and people within our network. What’s the Job? The Relief Veterinarian has a passion for our mission and is firmly committed to the philosophy of saving lives through positive outcomes: open adoption, fostering, behavior management, and enrichment for all sheltered animals. This person will work with our team of veterinarians, technicians, support staff, and volunteers in providing the most effective medical care to our shelter animals by ensuring that they receive prompt and proper medical care with continued monitoring for individual health and welfare. This person will participate in all aspects of healthcare for shelter animals, including evaluation, diagnosis, disease prevention, vaccinations, testing, treatments, spay/neuter, and surgeries. Applicants must currently be licensed as a Texas Veterinarian and have experience providing veterinary services. We offer outstanding benefits with a healthy work/life balance, health care benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities, and more. Regarding Your Application: A complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title, employment dates, and responsibilities/duties performed for all jobs you wish to be considered. A résumé is required and will not substitute for a complete employment application. If you are selected to interview: Military/Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference. If you are selected for hire: You must provide proof of education which may include your official college transcript, High School diploma, GED or equivalent degree and your professional licenses. A Criminal Background check ( CBI ) will be conducted. A reference check will be conducted. Additional Information: The Animal Service Office worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any ASO worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Please note, this posting may close any time after 7 days. Pay Range $94.53 Hours Days and hours may vary to include weekends and holidays. Austin Animal Center staff are considered essential and may be required to work weekends, holidays and days when other City departments are closed. Job Close Date 09/30/2024 Type of Posting External Department Animal Services Regular/Temporary Temporary Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Austin Animal Center, 7201 Levander Loop Bldg A 78702 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience handling dogs and cats of various sizes and dispositions. Good standing with the DEA regarding controlled substances. Ability to work rotating weekend shifts as needed. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Prevents and controls animal diseases through examination of all domestic and wild animals involved in bites to humans for possible infection Performs duties as required under State of Texas Health and Safety code, including acting as Rabies Authority for Travis County, TX. Performs high volume, high quality spay/neuter surgeries for shelter animals. Responsible for compliance with all shelter policies and local, state and federal regulations. Accurately maintain all required records in the shelter’s database in a timely manner. Contribute to the programs and services that support the shelter’s live outcome goal. Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training and guidance to others. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of current principles and practice of veterinary medicine. Skill in communicating effectively with the public. Knowledge of local, state and federal animal health laws and regulations. Skill in safely handling animals, including those with unknown temperament. Knowledge of animal services and related programs. Knowledge of animal care and husbandry of common breeds of dogs, cat’s livestock and other animals kept as domestic pets. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public. Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations. Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing. Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles. Knowledge of city practice, policy, and procedures. Skill in using computers and related software applications. Ability to train others. Adhere to disease management and safety protocols. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires graduation from a college or university accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Texas. Do you meet these minimum requirements? Yes No * Describe your experience handling dogs and cats of various sizes and dispositions. (Open Ended Question) * Are you in good standing with DEA for controlled substances? Yes No * This position requires working evenings and weekends on a rotating basis. Are you available to work evenings and weekends? Yes No * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation. 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Aug 16, 2024
Part Time
Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience: Graduation from a college or university accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Texas. Licenses or Certifications: Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Texas. Notes to Applicants Who Are We? Austin Animal Center is the municipal shelter for the City of Austin and unincorporated Travis County, providing shelter to thousands of animals annually as well as providing animal protection and pet resource services. We accept stray and owned animals regardless of age, health, species or breed. Our mission is to enhance the lives of pets and people by preventing animal homelessness, to help lost pets find their way home or find new homes, to provide education and resources to preserve the human-animal bond, and to administer animal-related ordinances to ensure public and animal safety, all while achieving a 95% live outcome rate for sheltered pets. Our ultimate goal is to place all adoptable animals in forever homes through adoption, foster care, or rescue partner groups. Why work here? If you love animals and want to make a positive impact on our community this is the place for you!We at Austin Animal Center are committed to the wellbeing of animals in our community and shelter. On a daily basis, the work we do here helps hundreds of animals and people within our network. What’s the Job? The Relief Veterinarian has a passion for our mission and is firmly committed to the philosophy of saving lives through positive outcomes: open adoption, fostering, behavior management, and enrichment for all sheltered animals. This person will work with our team of veterinarians, technicians, support staff, and volunteers in providing the most effective medical care to our shelter animals by ensuring that they receive prompt and proper medical care with continued monitoring for individual health and welfare. This person will participate in all aspects of healthcare for shelter animals, including evaluation, diagnosis, disease prevention, vaccinations, testing, treatments, spay/neuter, and surgeries. Applicants must currently be licensed as a Texas Veterinarian and have experience providing veterinary services. We offer outstanding benefits with a healthy work/life balance, health care benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities, and more. Regarding Your Application: A complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title, employment dates, and responsibilities/duties performed for all jobs you wish to be considered. A résumé is required and will not substitute for a complete employment application. If you are selected to interview: Military/Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference. If you are selected for hire: You must provide proof of education which may include your official college transcript, High School diploma, GED or equivalent degree and your professional licenses. A Criminal Background check ( CBI ) will be conducted. A reference check will be conducted. Additional Information: The Animal Service Office worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any ASO worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, or in any personal vehicle located on the premises. Please note, this posting may close any time after 7 days. Pay Range $94.53 Hours Days and hours may vary to include weekends and holidays. Austin Animal Center staff are considered essential and may be required to work weekends, holidays and days when other City departments are closed. Job Close Date 09/30/2024 Type of Posting External Department Animal Services Regular/Temporary Temporary Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Austin Animal Center, 7201 Levander Loop Bldg A 78702 Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience: Experience handling dogs and cats of various sizes and dispositions. Good standing with the DEA regarding controlled substances. Ability to work rotating weekend shifts as needed. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned. Prevents and controls animal diseases through examination of all domestic and wild animals involved in bites to humans for possible infection Performs duties as required under State of Texas Health and Safety code, including acting as Rabies Authority for Travis County, TX. Performs high volume, high quality spay/neuter surgeries for shelter animals. Responsible for compliance with all shelter policies and local, state and federal regulations. Accurately maintain all required records in the shelter’s database in a timely manner. Contribute to the programs and services that support the shelter’s live outcome goal. Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised: May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training and guidance to others. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. Knowledge of current principles and practice of veterinary medicine. Skill in communicating effectively with the public. Knowledge of local, state and federal animal health laws and regulations. Skill in safely handling animals, including those with unknown temperament. Knowledge of animal services and related programs. Knowledge of animal care and husbandry of common breeds of dogs, cat’s livestock and other animals kept as domestic pets. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities. Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with City employees and the public. Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations. Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing. Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles. Knowledge of city practice, policy, and procedures. Skill in using computers and related software applications. Ability to train others. Adhere to disease management and safety protocols. Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1. The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position requires graduation from a college or university accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Texas. Do you meet these minimum requirements? Yes No * Describe your experience handling dogs and cats of various sizes and dispositions. (Open Ended Question) * Are you in good standing with DEA for controlled substances? Yes No * This position requires working evenings and weekends on a rotating basis. Are you available to work evenings and weekends? Yes No * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired. I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation. 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LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information Vision : An innovative animal care and control agency with state-of-the-art facilities providing animals and residents high quality, effective, and caring service. REPOSTING INFORMATION THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REPOSTING TO UPDATE SALARY INFORMATION. Applications will be accepted starting February 7, 2024 This recruitment will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. JOIN OUR TEAM AS A VETERINARIAN! Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the health and well-being of animals and the community? We are actively seeking a dedicated professional to fill the role of Veterinarian on our dynamic team. As a Veterinarian with us, you'll be at the forefront of providing essential medical services for the prevention, treatment, and control of diseases and injuries in animals. Beyond that, you'll be a key player in enforcing laws and regulations related to public health, contributing significantly to the overall welfare of both animals and the community. DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL The County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control is one of the largest and most progressive animal control agencies in the United States. Our seven animal care centers serve unincorporated Los Angeles County and 45 contract cities with a combined total population of over 3 million residents. We cover more than 3,400 square miles of cities, deserts, beaches, and mountains; from the Antelope Valley in the north to the Palos Verdes Peninsula in the south, as far east as the border of San Bernardino County, and west to Thousand Oaks. We provide animal control and rescue services in our service areas 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This position has the following incentives: 3.25% Cost of Living Adjustment Increase Effective October 1, 2024 10% Department of Animal Care & Control Assignment Bonus. $14,000 Annual Bonus for Non-Megaflex Employees. (New hires are required to work for the Department one year to be eligible for the annual bonus) 5.5% Salary Increase Effective January 1, 2025 Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. Essential Job Functions What you would do: Collects data and laboratory samples, such as blood, tissue, parasites, when indicated for disease investigations and forwards to appropriate diagnostic laboratory; consults with department, private and other public veterinarians and animal owners on disease problems. Prepares required records and reports. Operates a spay/neuter clinic to help reduce and control the animal population of the County. Examines, diagnoses, gives emergency treatment to animal within the animal care center/shelter adjacent to the spay/neuter clinic. Supervises personnel assigned to the clinic and the care center/shelter staff regarding the care of sick animals. Advises the public and department employees on matters within the field of veterinary medicine. Conducts vaccination clinics, provides medical consultations and services during special events such as adoption drives sponsored by outside agencies or the department. Requirements Requirements: A valid California State License to practice veterinary medicine and A valid California Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions Desirable Qualifications: Experience working in an animal shelter Physical Class: 3 - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This is a noncompetitive examination. This examination is intended to merely qualify applicants. Applicants will be placed on an eligible register without indication of relative standing in the examination. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION: Please attach a legible photocopy of the required license to your application at the time of filing. Applications submitted without the required evidence of licensure will be considered incomplete until such information is provided. Original license MUST be presented during the selection process and prior to appointment. LICENSE: A valid California State License to practice veterinary medicine -AND- A valid California Class C Driver License OR the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. The required license MUST be current and unrestricted; conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license will not be accepted. What to Expect Next/ Eligibility Information: a. Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and promulgated to the eligible register accodingly. b. There is no score group since this will be Non-Competitive c. The appointing power may appoint any one of the names on the appropriate list, except a person without Veteran's credit may not be appointed if there are three or more names on the list of persons entitled to Veteran's credit. d. The names of candidates who qualify will be added to the eligible register for a period of twelve months from the date of promulgation. e. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve months. Vacancy Information: The eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Animal Care and Control. Available Shift: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Note: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add awong@hr.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Social Security Number: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. No sharing of User ID and Password: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Special Accommodations: If you require an accommodation to fairly participate in any part of the hiring process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodations Coordinator at TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov . You will be required to complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form (Download PDF reader) as well as provide supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929 Department Contact Name: Annie Wong Department Contact Phone: (213) 351-2948 Department Contact Email: awong@hr.lacounty.gov Type of Recruitment: Open Competitive Job Opportunity Exam Number: O5729C-R For detailed information, please click here
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information Vision : An innovative animal care and control agency with state-of-the-art facilities providing animals and residents high quality, effective, and caring service. REPOSTING INFORMATION THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS A REPOSTING TO UPDATE SALARY INFORMATION. Applications will be accepted starting February 7, 2024 This recruitment will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. JOIN OUR TEAM AS A VETERINARIAN! Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the health and well-being of animals and the community? We are actively seeking a dedicated professional to fill the role of Veterinarian on our dynamic team. As a Veterinarian with us, you'll be at the forefront of providing essential medical services for the prevention, treatment, and control of diseases and injuries in animals. Beyond that, you'll be a key player in enforcing laws and regulations related to public health, contributing significantly to the overall welfare of both animals and the community. DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL The County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control is one of the largest and most progressive animal control agencies in the United States. Our seven animal care centers serve unincorporated Los Angeles County and 45 contract cities with a combined total population of over 3 million residents. We cover more than 3,400 square miles of cities, deserts, beaches, and mountains; from the Antelope Valley in the north to the Palos Verdes Peninsula in the south, as far east as the border of San Bernardino County, and west to Thousand Oaks. We provide animal control and rescue services in our service areas 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This position has the following incentives: 3.25% Cost of Living Adjustment Increase Effective October 1, 2024 10% Department of Animal Care & Control Assignment Bonus. $14,000 Annual Bonus for Non-Megaflex Employees. (New hires are required to work for the Department one year to be eligible for the annual bonus) 5.5% Salary Increase Effective January 1, 2025 Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click here to see a list of employee benefits. Essential Job Functions What you would do: Collects data and laboratory samples, such as blood, tissue, parasites, when indicated for disease investigations and forwards to appropriate diagnostic laboratory; consults with department, private and other public veterinarians and animal owners on disease problems. Prepares required records and reports. Operates a spay/neuter clinic to help reduce and control the animal population of the County. Examines, diagnoses, gives emergency treatment to animal within the animal care center/shelter adjacent to the spay/neuter clinic. Supervises personnel assigned to the clinic and the care center/shelter staff regarding the care of sick animals. Advises the public and department employees on matters within the field of veterinary medicine. Conducts vaccination clinics, provides medical consultations and services during special events such as adoption drives sponsored by outside agencies or the department. Requirements Requirements: A valid California State License to practice veterinary medicine and A valid California Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions Desirable Qualifications: Experience working in an animal shelter Physical Class: 3 - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This is a noncompetitive examination. This examination is intended to merely qualify applicants. Applicants will be placed on an eligible register without indication of relative standing in the examination. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION: Please attach a legible photocopy of the required license to your application at the time of filing. Applications submitted without the required evidence of licensure will be considered incomplete until such information is provided. Original license MUST be presented during the selection process and prior to appointment. LICENSE: A valid California State License to practice veterinary medicine -AND- A valid California Class C Driver License OR the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. The required license MUST be current and unrestricted; conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license will not be accepted. What to Expect Next/ Eligibility Information: a. Applications will be processed on an "as received" basis and promulgated to the eligible register accodingly. b. There is no score group since this will be Non-Competitive c. The appointing power may appoint any one of the names on the appropriate list, except a person without Veteran's credit may not be appointed if there are three or more names on the list of persons entitled to Veteran's credit. d. The names of candidates who qualify will be added to the eligible register for a period of twelve months from the date of promulgation. e. No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve months. Vacancy Information: The eligible register from this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Animal Care and Control. Available Shift: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Note: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. DO NOT select "off" under Email Preferences within your profile or click "unsubscribe" on our notices if you would like the County of Los Angeles to notify you regarding your application status, test schedules, and other important information pertaining to your candidacy for this position. Please add awong@hr.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Social Security Number: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. No sharing of User ID and Password: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Special Accommodations: If you require an accommodation to fairly participate in any part of the hiring process, let us know by contacting the Testing Accommodations Coordinator at TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov . You will be required to complete the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form (Download PDF reader) as well as provide supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the requested accommodation(s). The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond to your request and keep you moving through the process. Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929 Department Contact Name: Annie Wong Department Contact Phone: (213) 351-2948 Department Contact Email: awong@hr.lacounty.gov Type of Recruitment: Open Competitive Job Opportunity Exam Number: O5729C-R For detailed information, please click here
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: PH5729A TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity FIRST DAY OF FILING : Friday, January 12, 2024 at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. DEFINITION: Provides medical services dealing with the prevention, treatment and control of diseases and injuries in animals and, in public health, enforces laws and regulations pertaining thereto. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Responsible for the prevention, investigation, diagnosis and control of diseases, including those infectious to humans (zoonoses), and enforces laws and regulations pertaining thereto. Educates the community, health care providers, veterinarians, animal control staff and others regarding animal diseases, and provides technical advice when needed. Receives general direction from a Senior Veterinarian and is assigned to the Veterinary Public Health Program. Incumbents must exercise knowledge of current, advanced or specialized veterinary medical arts and science principles and practices of the profession and have the ability to apply that knowledge in the programs established by their assigned department. Essential Job Functions Conducts investigations, diagnosis, control and prevention of diseases in animals, especially those transmissible to humans (zoonoses), as required under California and County health laws and regulations. Collaborates with various units within the County, outside agencies and the community, as needed, to control animal diseases. Investigates rabies suspects and animal bites of people; quarantines biting animals or rabies suspects; collects samples for rabies testing and completes required reports. Investigates animal disease outbreaks, serious zoonoses and suspected terrorism events involving animals. Collects evidence such as bacterial cultures, blood samples, tissue samples, biological and/or chemical agents, as required. Issues quarantine and hold orders in disease outbreaks and supervises the enforcement of these orders. Assists in the planning and completion of epidemiological research. Analyzes and publishes results. Makes presentations to various community groups, schools, health care providers, animal control agencies, veterinarians and others regarding animal diseases, sanitation, disease control methods and the impact of chemical and biological terrorism on animals and human health. Provides technical advice to public agencies, health care providers, veterinarians and the public. Implements and maintains epidemiologic data gather systems; prepares statistics and analyzes data as directed by the Senior Veterinarian through the use of computer software; maintains statistical records and reports of animal disease surveillance as required by the State of California and County of Los Angeles. Participates in the development and maintenance of a County-wide all hazard disaster plan as required by the County of Los Angeles and the Department of Public Health. Serves as program liaison to various groups, as assigned by senior program management. Assists in the development of community outreach educational materials on animal diseases, bites, animal health, disease prevention, disasters, bioterroism and other topics. Participates in disaster response activities, as directed by management. Performs other specialized duties as assigned by the Senior or Chief Veterinarian. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from an approved veterinary school with a Doctorate degree* in veterinary medicine. LICENSE(S) REQUIRED: 1. California State License to practice veterinary medicine.** 2. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: You must POSSESS and CLEARLY EXPRESS detailed years of experience performing relevant duties, related to the requirements within your online job application under the "Experience" area . *ACCREDITATION : Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree and/or coursework , you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma , Official Transcript(s) , or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application or e-mail documents to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Official Transcript is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's registrar office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and will not be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) . (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information). ** LICENSE INFORMATION: In the license/certificate section of your application, be sure to give the title of your required certificate, number, date issued, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency. The required license and/or certificate must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of filing, or e-mailed to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants that possess the following desirable qualifications: Post-doctoral degree experience conducting animal disease investigations and recommending/instituting control measures. Experience conducting animal related studies or surveys and associated data analysis. A Master's degree* from an accredited college or university in public health, preventive veterinary medicine, or related field with a focus on epidemiology or veterinary public health. * In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree and/or coursework , you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma , Official Transcript(s) , or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application or e-mail documents to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire information at the time of filing weighted 100% . Applicants must meet the requirements described above at the time of filing and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS . Complete applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS. Fill out the application and Supplemental Questionnaire accurately and completely to receive full credit for any relevant education and/or job experience you include. In the space provided on the application for education, include names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree(s) received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, start and end dates, the number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work and duties performed. If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED . IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as " SEE RESUME " or " SEE APPLICATION " will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE . COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH5729A California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: PH5729A TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity FIRST DAY OF FILING : Friday, January 12, 2024 at 8:30 a.m., Pacific Time (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. DEFINITION: Provides medical services dealing with the prevention, treatment and control of diseases and injuries in animals and, in public health, enforces laws and regulations pertaining thereto. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Responsible for the prevention, investigation, diagnosis and control of diseases, including those infectious to humans (zoonoses), and enforces laws and regulations pertaining thereto. Educates the community, health care providers, veterinarians, animal control staff and others regarding animal diseases, and provides technical advice when needed. Receives general direction from a Senior Veterinarian and is assigned to the Veterinary Public Health Program. Incumbents must exercise knowledge of current, advanced or specialized veterinary medical arts and science principles and practices of the profession and have the ability to apply that knowledge in the programs established by their assigned department. Essential Job Functions Conducts investigations, diagnosis, control and prevention of diseases in animals, especially those transmissible to humans (zoonoses), as required under California and County health laws and regulations. Collaborates with various units within the County, outside agencies and the community, as needed, to control animal diseases. Investigates rabies suspects and animal bites of people; quarantines biting animals or rabies suspects; collects samples for rabies testing and completes required reports. Investigates animal disease outbreaks, serious zoonoses and suspected terrorism events involving animals. Collects evidence such as bacterial cultures, blood samples, tissue samples, biological and/or chemical agents, as required. Issues quarantine and hold orders in disease outbreaks and supervises the enforcement of these orders. Assists in the planning and completion of epidemiological research. Analyzes and publishes results. Makes presentations to various community groups, schools, health care providers, animal control agencies, veterinarians and others regarding animal diseases, sanitation, disease control methods and the impact of chemical and biological terrorism on animals and human health. Provides technical advice to public agencies, health care providers, veterinarians and the public. Implements and maintains epidemiologic data gather systems; prepares statistics and analyzes data as directed by the Senior Veterinarian through the use of computer software; maintains statistical records and reports of animal disease surveillance as required by the State of California and County of Los Angeles. Participates in the development and maintenance of a County-wide all hazard disaster plan as required by the County of Los Angeles and the Department of Public Health. Serves as program liaison to various groups, as assigned by senior program management. Assists in the development of community outreach educational materials on animal diseases, bites, animal health, disease prevention, disasters, bioterroism and other topics. Participates in disaster response activities, as directed by management. Performs other specialized duties as assigned by the Senior or Chief Veterinarian. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from an approved veterinary school with a Doctorate degree* in veterinary medicine. LICENSE(S) REQUIRED: 1. California State License to practice veterinary medicine.** 2. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: You must POSSESS and CLEARLY EXPRESS detailed years of experience performing relevant duties, related to the requirements within your online job application under the "Experience" area . *ACCREDITATION : Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree and/or coursework , you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma , Official Transcript(s) , or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application or e-mail documents to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Official Transcript is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's registrar office. A printout of the transcript from the school's website is NOT considered official and will not be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) . (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information). ** LICENSE INFORMATION: In the license/certificate section of your application, be sure to give the title of your required certificate, number, date issued, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency. The required license and/or certificate must be active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of filing, or e-mailed to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Credit will be given to applicants that possess the following desirable qualifications: Post-doctoral degree experience conducting animal disease investigations and recommending/instituting control measures. Experience conducting animal related studies or surveys and associated data analysis. A Master's degree* from an accredited college or university in public health, preventive veterinary medicine, or related field with a focus on epidemiology or veterinary public health. * In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree and/or coursework , you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma , Official Transcript(s) , or Official Letter from the accredited institution, which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded, with Registrar's signature and school seal, to the application or e-mail documents to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire information at the time of filing weighted 100% . Applicants must meet the requirements described above at the time of filing and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the Eligible Register. Passing this examination and being added to the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS . Complete applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. _______________________________________________________________ Application and Filing Information HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent to HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 p.m. PT deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS. Fill out the application and Supplemental Questionnaire accurately and completely to receive full credit for any relevant education and/or job experience you include. In the space provided on the application for education, include names and addresses of schools attended, dates attended, degree(s) received, and degree major. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, start and end dates, the number of hours worked per week, and detailed description of work and duties performed. If the application and/or Supplemental Questionnaire is/are incomplete, the application will be REJECTED . IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification(s) and/or Minimum Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as " SEE RESUME " or " SEE APPLICATION " will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE . COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at https://lacountylibrary.org . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. DO NOT SHARE USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the in equalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone: (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov Exam Number: PH5729A California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
TULARE COUNTY HHSA
Visalia, California, United States
This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Health & Human Services Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration. Current vacancy is with the Health & Human Services Agency located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months. Salary Range: $110,000 - $171,633 Annually May be appointed within the salary range; appointment is At-Will Typical Duties Performs high-volume, high-quality spay/neuter surgeries of shelter animals, including dogs and cats in a fast-paced environment; diagnoses and treats diseases, illness, and injuries of shelter animals including dogs, cats, pocket pets, and occasionally farm animals; oversees all aspects of veterinary surgical care including physical examination, surgery, pre-and post-operative care, anesthetic administration and monitoring, emergency care, restraint and treatment following all SOPs as put forth by Tulare County; perform pre-surgery physical examination on all surgical candidates; diagnose and treatment of post-surgical medical complications of animals; attend staff, management, and other requested meetings. Obtain continuing education as required by Tulare County and licensing requirements; examines animals to determine nature of disease or injury and recommends course of treatment or euthanasia with the support of a team decision; test animals for disease and inoculate animals against rabies; reviews animal bites and exposure reports concerning rabies and other diseases and directs follow-up procedures; evaluate condition and coordinate maintenance of surgical equipment and supplies; hold and maintain the Veterinary Premise Permit for Tulare County Animal Services shelter and clinic; oversee controlled substance procurement, storage, record keeping and administration as it relates to shelter animals; develop and confer with Management on sanitary measures, feeding, preventative medicine, and general care to promote health of shelter animals; research and prepare medical reports for guidance on request; provide veterinary expertise and document/testify as needed on animal abuse and neglect cases; participates in humane investigations, prepares written veterinary statements, and testifies in court as appropriate for animal welfare/cruelty cases; vaccinates and gives emergency treatment to impounded animals; regularly reviews medical condition of animals quarantined at the shelter; gives follow-up treatment to injured animals as necessary; directs care and feeding of exotic or unusual animals; assists with public health duties as needed to prevent the spread of communicable diseases in the shelter and in the community; supervises assistants and oversees the clinical care provided by Veterinary Technicians, Animal Care Specialists and Animal Care Technicians as needed; provides input on veterinary protocols; provides consultation and education to members of the public on regulations and medical aspects of animal care; assist with natural disasters and the care of animals; provide information to the public regarding laws, regulations, and department policies when necessary; prepare various forms, routine correspondence and run reports; compose Health Certificates; utilize custom animal software; attend and assist in animal shelter related events such as vaccine clinics; perform related duties as assigned; Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.) Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following. Education: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited school of veterinary medicine Experience: None License or Certificate: Possession of a current California Veterinarian License from the Veterinary Medical Board. The required licenses MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary, or restricted license will NOT be accepted; possession of, or eligibility to obtain, a National Accreditation Number from the USDA; aAbility to obtain a DEA license for the procurement and use of controlled substances utilized in a veterinary setting within 30 days from the date of hire into this classification. Failure to satisfy this requirement will result in separation from County employment; possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Knowledge of: Current veterinary principles, practices, and techniques relating to sick or injured animals; rabies control laws; veterinary forensics and animal cruelty laws; shelter practices and population medicine; United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations regarding health certificates and transport of animals; high volume, high-quality spay and neuter techniques; bacteriology, pathology, serology, and other veterinary laboratory procedures; principles of public health related to animal carried diseases; supervisory principles and practices Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; complete multiple priority projects with strict deadlines; maintain confidentiality of patient/client information; attend meetings outside of regular working hours and may work on-call to respond to emergencies; perform high volume, high-quality spay and neuter surgeries daily in a fast-paced environment; work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours; demonstrate genuine concerns, compassion and caring for animals; diagnose and treat diseases among animals; apply animal care knowledge in a shelter setting; establish and enforce quarantine of animals; gather evidence in case of violation of rules and regulations; communicate in a manner that is both compassionate and informative when interacting with staff, clients and with the public; ability to address emotional situations with pet owners; maintain records and prepare reports; effectively supervise shelter staff as it relates to veterinary care or surgery; perform humane euthanasia; travel within and outside Tulare County for work related activities using County vehicle; organize work, determine priorities, exercise good judgment, and complete multiple tasks with deadlines under stressful conditions; follow safe work practices; understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely in person and over the telephone; write clearly to convey ideas in memos, emails, and correspondence using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation; effectively utilize specialized animal software; file and maintain accurate records; plan and complete assignments independently; exhibit humane and sympathetic treatment of animals; work in a loud environment while exposed to animals, animal fluids, waste and smells, and pharmaceuticals; remain standing for long periods of time; demonstrate hand and finger dexterity; demonstrate team approach to the job by cooperating with others, offering to help others when needed, and consider larger organization or team goals; demonstrate willingness to adapt and remain calm in a constantly changing and stressful work environment; handle, position, and restrain live animals of both small and large animal species; handle, position, lift, and move materials, equipment, and supplies; retain and recall information. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT : Must be immunized against rabies within three (3) months of start date and maintain immunity for the duration of employment. DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Knowledge of: General geography of the unincorporated areas of Tulare County. Experience: Two (2) years of veterinary medical experience, one (1) year of which includes surgical experience in spaying and neutering. Additional Information Conditions of Employment: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam. College Cost Reduction Access Act : This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Bargaining Unit 20 The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change. Benefit Amount: An annualbenefit amountis provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability).This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods). Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMOmedical plans which include PPOand HMO dental plans andinclude dentalandvision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, andVision Services Plan (VSP) . . Retirement : The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems. Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days and 1 personal holiday. Vacation Accrual : 2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service) 3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service) 4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service) 5 weeks per year (11+ years of service) Limit of 300 hours. FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year. Sick Leave Accrual : 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 48 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave. Group Term Life Insurance : $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company. Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is provided. This provides financial protection for you by paying a portion of your income while you are disabled. Provided by Standard Insurance Company. Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee. Deferred Compensation : A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available. To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/ The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Health & Human Services Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration. Current vacancy is with the Health & Human Services Agency located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months. Salary Range: $110,000 - $171,633 Annually May be appointed within the salary range; appointment is At-Will Typical Duties Performs high-volume, high-quality spay/neuter surgeries of shelter animals, including dogs and cats in a fast-paced environment; diagnoses and treats diseases, illness, and injuries of shelter animals including dogs, cats, pocket pets, and occasionally farm animals; oversees all aspects of veterinary surgical care including physical examination, surgery, pre-and post-operative care, anesthetic administration and monitoring, emergency care, restraint and treatment following all SOPs as put forth by Tulare County; perform pre-surgery physical examination on all surgical candidates; diagnose and treatment of post-surgical medical complications of animals; attend staff, management, and other requested meetings. Obtain continuing education as required by Tulare County and licensing requirements; examines animals to determine nature of disease or injury and recommends course of treatment or euthanasia with the support of a team decision; test animals for disease and inoculate animals against rabies; reviews animal bites and exposure reports concerning rabies and other diseases and directs follow-up procedures; evaluate condition and coordinate maintenance of surgical equipment and supplies; hold and maintain the Veterinary Premise Permit for Tulare County Animal Services shelter and clinic; oversee controlled substance procurement, storage, record keeping and administration as it relates to shelter animals; develop and confer with Management on sanitary measures, feeding, preventative medicine, and general care to promote health of shelter animals; research and prepare medical reports for guidance on request; provide veterinary expertise and document/testify as needed on animal abuse and neglect cases; participates in humane investigations, prepares written veterinary statements, and testifies in court as appropriate for animal welfare/cruelty cases; vaccinates and gives emergency treatment to impounded animals; regularly reviews medical condition of animals quarantined at the shelter; gives follow-up treatment to injured animals as necessary; directs care and feeding of exotic or unusual animals; assists with public health duties as needed to prevent the spread of communicable diseases in the shelter and in the community; supervises assistants and oversees the clinical care provided by Veterinary Technicians, Animal Care Specialists and Animal Care Technicians as needed; provides input on veterinary protocols; provides consultation and education to members of the public on regulations and medical aspects of animal care; assist with natural disasters and the care of animals; provide information to the public regarding laws, regulations, and department policies when necessary; prepare various forms, routine correspondence and run reports; compose Health Certificates; utilize custom animal software; attend and assist in animal shelter related events such as vaccine clinics; perform related duties as assigned; Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.) Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following. Education: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited school of veterinary medicine Experience: None License or Certificate: Possession of a current California Veterinarian License from the Veterinary Medical Board. The required licenses MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary, or restricted license will NOT be accepted; possession of, or eligibility to obtain, a National Accreditation Number from the USDA; aAbility to obtain a DEA license for the procurement and use of controlled substances utilized in a veterinary setting within 30 days from the date of hire into this classification. Failure to satisfy this requirement will result in separation from County employment; possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Knowledge of: Current veterinary principles, practices, and techniques relating to sick or injured animals; rabies control laws; veterinary forensics and animal cruelty laws; shelter practices and population medicine; United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations regarding health certificates and transport of animals; high volume, high-quality spay and neuter techniques; bacteriology, pathology, serology, and other veterinary laboratory procedures; principles of public health related to animal carried diseases; supervisory principles and practices Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; complete multiple priority projects with strict deadlines; maintain confidentiality of patient/client information; attend meetings outside of regular working hours and may work on-call to respond to emergencies; perform high volume, high-quality spay and neuter surgeries daily in a fast-paced environment; work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours; demonstrate genuine concerns, compassion and caring for animals; diagnose and treat diseases among animals; apply animal care knowledge in a shelter setting; establish and enforce quarantine of animals; gather evidence in case of violation of rules and regulations; communicate in a manner that is both compassionate and informative when interacting with staff, clients and with the public; ability to address emotional situations with pet owners; maintain records and prepare reports; effectively supervise shelter staff as it relates to veterinary care or surgery; perform humane euthanasia; travel within and outside Tulare County for work related activities using County vehicle; organize work, determine priorities, exercise good judgment, and complete multiple tasks with deadlines under stressful conditions; follow safe work practices; understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely in person and over the telephone; write clearly to convey ideas in memos, emails, and correspondence using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation; effectively utilize specialized animal software; file and maintain accurate records; plan and complete assignments independently; exhibit humane and sympathetic treatment of animals; work in a loud environment while exposed to animals, animal fluids, waste and smells, and pharmaceuticals; remain standing for long periods of time; demonstrate hand and finger dexterity; demonstrate team approach to the job by cooperating with others, offering to help others when needed, and consider larger organization or team goals; demonstrate willingness to adapt and remain calm in a constantly changing and stressful work environment; handle, position, and restrain live animals of both small and large animal species; handle, position, lift, and move materials, equipment, and supplies; retain and recall information. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT : Must be immunized against rabies within three (3) months of start date and maintain immunity for the duration of employment. DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Knowledge of: General geography of the unincorporated areas of Tulare County. Experience: Two (2) years of veterinary medical experience, one (1) year of which includes surgical experience in spaying and neutering. Additional Information Conditions of Employment: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam. College Cost Reduction Access Act : This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Bargaining Unit 20 The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change. Benefit Amount: An annualbenefit amountis provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability).This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods). Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMOmedical plans which include PPOand HMO dental plans andinclude dentalandvision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, andVision Services Plan (VSP) . . Retirement : The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems. Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days and 1 personal holiday. Vacation Accrual : 2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service) 3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service) 4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service) 5 weeks per year (11+ years of service) Limit of 300 hours. FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year. Sick Leave Accrual : 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 48 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave. Group Term Life Insurance : $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company. Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is provided. This provides financial protection for you by paying a portion of your income while you are disabled. Provided by Standard Insurance Company. Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee. Deferred Compensation : A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available. To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/ The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: PH5734B TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity FIRST DATE OF FILING: Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 8:30 A.M. (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. No out-of-class experience will be accepted. DEFINITION: Supervises the investigation, diagnosis, control, prevention and eradication of animal infectious diseases (zoonoses) and animal bite reporting in the Department of Public Health. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class report to the Director, Disease Control Programs and have responsibility for supervising the Veterinary Public Health Program. Incumbents must exercise a knowledge of the principles and practices of veterinary medicine including preventive veterinary medicine; clinical, epidemiological, and laboratory aspects of animal infectious disease, and the methods used in the prevention and control of such diseases; principles and practices of epidemiology, public health administration and agencies and organizations involved and community resources available for public health programs; and various Federal, state, local and education organizations concerned with veterinary public health and veterinary medicine. Essential Job Functions Provides overall direction and management oversight for the Veterinary Public Health Program: Supervises veterinary, administrative, and technical staff, as well as select trainees (e.g. Cal EIS Fellow, CDC PH Associate, veterinary students); plans, coordinates and evaluates their work. Ensures program compliance with county and departmental administrative policies and procedures, by providing general oversight and the development of supporting program policies and procedures. Interprets and enforces established department policies, procedures, state laws, local ordinances and regulations related to the control and prevention of animal diseases, zoonoses and animal bite reporting. Directs program response to animal disease outbreaks, emerging threats and other public health emergencies. Supports the department on human outbreaks as needed. Sets goals and objectives for improvement of program activities using a collaborative process; delegates assignments to designated personnel and reviews progress toward achievement of the objectives. Develops and revises protocols, guidelines and program priorities to reflect evidenced based practice, program evaluation and emerging needs. Recommends revised or new laws, rules, regulations, procedures and programs related to veterinary public health. Provides general oversight and direction regarding program budget, personnel, and other areas that are essential for effective program management. Serves as main program contact for the Office of Communications and Public Affairs, and media questions. Provides information on animal health issues to departments within Los Angeles County, citizens, health professionals and outside agencies. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Four (4) years of veterinary medical experience; two (2) years of which must have been in the appropriate specialty as listed below: For Veterinary Public Health: Two years (2) of experience in veterinary public health work -AND- a graduate degree* from an accredited school of public health** which substitutes for the two (2) years of non-specialized experience or a Master's degree* in Preventive Veterinary Medicine. LICENSE(S) REQUIRED: 1. California State License to practice veterinary medicine. The required license and certification MUST be current/active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. Applicants must ensure the License and Certificate Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license and certifications, number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Minimum Requirements on your application at the time of filing or e-mail the information to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing or your application may be rejected. 2. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION: * In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Master's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcripts, or Official Letter from the accredited institution***, which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded , to the application at the time of filing, or e-mail to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or The Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information). Official Transcripts is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's registrar office. A printout of the courses from the school's website is NOT considered official transcripts and will not be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected. **Accredited schools of public health can be verified by visiting: https://ceph.org/about/org-info/who-we-accredit/accredited/ ***Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be awarded to candidates that possess the following desirable qualifications: Experience supervising veterinary staff. Experience in designing and leading public health projects related to the prevention and control of zoonotic diseases and/or other infectious diseases. Experience working in a large public health organization on evidence based programs and policy development that protect humans and animals from the transmission of infectious diseases. Experience in writing or reviewing public health related publications, reports, manuscripts, abstracts, or research protocols. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire information submitted at the time of filing weighted 100% . Applicants must meet the Minimum Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination (evaluation of education and experience) to be added on the Eligible Register (hiring list). Passing this examination and being added on the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. Complete applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. __________________________________________________________________ APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent t o HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on the County of Los Angeles Job Opportunities Website , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applicants must submit their completed applications before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements as listed on this job bulletin. Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely and correctly to receive full credit for any relevant education, training, and job experience you include. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work and duties performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be REJECTED. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification(s) and/or Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE. __________________________________________________________________ COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at: https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator/ . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. DO NOT SHARE USER ID, EMAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. ANTI-RACISIM, DIVERSITY, AND INCUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us: Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone : (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 16, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information EXAM NUMBER: PH5734B TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity FIRST DATE OF FILING: Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 8:30 A.M. (PT) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. No out-of-class experience will be accepted. DEFINITION: Supervises the investigation, diagnosis, control, prevention and eradication of animal infectious diseases (zoonoses) and animal bite reporting in the Department of Public Health. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class report to the Director, Disease Control Programs and have responsibility for supervising the Veterinary Public Health Program. Incumbents must exercise a knowledge of the principles and practices of veterinary medicine including preventive veterinary medicine; clinical, epidemiological, and laboratory aspects of animal infectious disease, and the methods used in the prevention and control of such diseases; principles and practices of epidemiology, public health administration and agencies and organizations involved and community resources available for public health programs; and various Federal, state, local and education organizations concerned with veterinary public health and veterinary medicine. Essential Job Functions Provides overall direction and management oversight for the Veterinary Public Health Program: Supervises veterinary, administrative, and technical staff, as well as select trainees (e.g. Cal EIS Fellow, CDC PH Associate, veterinary students); plans, coordinates and evaluates their work. Ensures program compliance with county and departmental administrative policies and procedures, by providing general oversight and the development of supporting program policies and procedures. Interprets and enforces established department policies, procedures, state laws, local ordinances and regulations related to the control and prevention of animal diseases, zoonoses and animal bite reporting. Directs program response to animal disease outbreaks, emerging threats and other public health emergencies. Supports the department on human outbreaks as needed. Sets goals and objectives for improvement of program activities using a collaborative process; delegates assignments to designated personnel and reviews progress toward achievement of the objectives. Develops and revises protocols, guidelines and program priorities to reflect evidenced based practice, program evaluation and emerging needs. Recommends revised or new laws, rules, regulations, procedures and programs related to veterinary public health. Provides general oversight and direction regarding program budget, personnel, and other areas that are essential for effective program management. Serves as main program contact for the Office of Communications and Public Affairs, and media questions. Provides information on animal health issues to departments within Los Angeles County, citizens, health professionals and outside agencies. Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Four (4) years of veterinary medical experience; two (2) years of which must have been in the appropriate specialty as listed below: For Veterinary Public Health: Two years (2) of experience in veterinary public health work -AND- a graduate degree* from an accredited school of public health** which substitutes for the two (2) years of non-specialized experience or a Master's degree* in Preventive Veterinary Medicine. LICENSE(S) REQUIRED: 1. California State License to practice veterinary medicine. The required license and certification MUST be current/active and unrestricted or your application will not be accepted. Applicants must ensure the License and Certificate Section of the application is completed. Provide the title of your required license and certifications, number, date of issue, date of expiration and the name of the issuing agency as specified in the Minimum Requirements on your application at the time of filing or e-mail the information to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing or your application may be rejected. 2. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS INFORMATION: * In order to receive credit for any type of college or university degree, such as a Master's Degree or higher, you must attach a legible copy of the Official Diploma, Official Transcripts, or Official Letter from the accredited institution***, which shows the area of specialization and the date the degree was awarded , to the application at the time of filing, or e-mail to hrexams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission or your application may be rejected. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited institutions standards by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or The Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). (see Employment Information under Accreditation Information). Official Transcripts is defined as a transcript that bears the college seal and states "official and/or copy" issued by the school's registrar office. A printout of the courses from the school's website is NOT considered official transcripts and will not be accepted and may result in your application being incomplete and rejected. **Accredited schools of public health can be verified by visiting: https://ceph.org/about/org-info/who-we-accredit/accredited/ ***Accredited institutions are those listed in the publications of regional, national or international accrediting agencies which are accepted by the Department of Human Resources. Publications such as American Universities and Colleges and International Handbook of Universities are acceptable references. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Additional credit will be awarded to candidates that possess the following desirable qualifications: Experience supervising veterinary staff. Experience in designing and leading public health projects related to the prevention and control of zoonotic diseases and/or other infectious diseases. Experience working in a large public health organization on evidence based programs and policy development that protect humans and animals from the transmission of infectious diseases. Experience in writing or reviewing public health related publications, reports, manuscripts, abstracts, or research protocols. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based on application information, desirable qualifications and supplemental questionnaire information submitted at the time of filing weighted 100% . Applicants must meet the Minimum Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination (evaluation of education and experience) to be added on the Eligible Register (hiring list). Passing this examination and being added on the Eligible Register does not guarantee an offer of employment. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score in the examination will be added to the Eligible Register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS. Complete applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the Eligible Register accordingly. VACANCY INFORMATION: The Eligible Register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Health as they occur. AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. __________________________________________________________________ APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed ONLINE ONLY . Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person will NOT be accepted. Any required documents and/or additional information, if any, must be received with your application at the time of filing online or sent t o HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from application submission. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on the County of Los Angeles Job Opportunities Website , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button located on this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applicants must submit their completed applications before 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Please make sure you put in the time and effort when filling out your application and supplemental questions completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Requirements as listed on this job bulletin. Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely and correctly to receive full credit for any relevant education, training, and job experience you include. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job/position title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, description of work and duties performed. If your application is incomplete, it will be REJECTED. IMPORTANT NOTES: Please note that ALL information supplied by applicants and included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Applications may be rejected at any stage of the examination and selection process. FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT. Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification(s) and/or Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. In doing so your application will be dispositioned as INCOMPLETE and will not be accepted. Comments such as "SEE RESUME" or "SEE APPLICATION" will not be considered a valid response; therefore, using such statements will also result in your application being rejected as INCOMPLETE. __________________________________________________________________ COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Check the website for updated information at: https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator/ . SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. DO NOT SHARE USER ID, EMAIL, AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE EMPLOYER: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the County of Los Angeles to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability or any other characteristic protected by State or Federal law. All positions are open to qualified men and women pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act. The County will follow all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants. ANTI-RACISIM, DIVERSITY, AND INCUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. Have any questions about anything listed above? Contact us: Department Contact Name: Exam Analyst Department Contact Phone : (323) 659-6546 Department Contact E-mail: HRExams@ph.lacounty.gov California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 ADA Coordinator Phone: (323) 659-6546 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here 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: 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
Jul 14, 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
Jul 14, 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
CITY OF SAN JOSE
San Jose, California, United States
Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José. About the Department The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work. Position Duties The City of San Jose, Animal Care and Services Division is seeking Veterinarians to work at the Animal Care Center, including one Full-time,part-time, and/or relief in either/or, shelter medicine and/or the shelter’s public high quality, high volume spay/neuter clinic. The Animal Shelter Veterinarian may perform all aspects of shelter medicine in a large animal shelter. Duties may include routine spay/neuter surgeries on cats, dogs, and other animals as indicated. This position provides direct care and treatment of homeless animals entering the City of San Jose’s Animal Care Center. In addition, this position is required to diagnose, treat, and/or recommend euthanasia. Registered Veterinary Technicians will be assigned to assist this position with the preparation and post-surgery processes of spay/neuter and other surgical procedures. This is a position reporting to the Shelter Manager of Animal Care and Services. This classification is represented by City Association of Management Personnel (CAMP). Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Directs, coordinates and performs the screening, diagnosis, and basic and emergency medical treatment of animals in the shelter. Performs or supervises the visual monitoring of impounded animals, including those that may be isolated or quarantined for signs of illness or unusual behavior. Performs surgical procedures, including spay/neuters and vaccinates animals to prevent diseases. Maintains accurate medical records of animals. Effectively communicates the condition and status of animals with staff, public and animal groups. Advises staff on matters within the veterinary field. Orders, maintains and controls the drugs used at the shelter and in the field. Trains appropriate staff in administering first aide and vaccinations to animals, the performance of euthanasia and other paramedical duties. Performs and directs staff to perform euthanasia of animals that are irremediably suffering from serious illness or severe injury, as necessary Ensures that shelter staff participates in a comprehensive disease prevention program for the animal shelter. Participates in special spay/neuter or vaccination clinics. Supervises staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; providing technical guidance to staff; ensuring staff are trained; and making hiring, termination and disciplinary recommendations. Ensures compliance of activities to codes and all legal regulations. Physical Requirements: Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 50 pounds while handling animals and equipment. Employees may be exposed to cold and hot temperatures, loud noises, odors, dust, air contaminants, blood borne pathogens while using hypodermic needles on animals and may be exposed to animal scratches and bites. Minimum Qualifications Education A degree from an accredited college or university in Veterinary Medicine. Licensing Requirements (such as driver’s license, certifications, etc.) Valid California license to practice veterinary medicine in the State of California is required. Ability to register with the Drug Enforcement Administration for controlled substances. Valid California Driver’s License and a good driving record. (Must maintain a good driving record.) Other Qualifications Competencies (Needed at entry into the job in order to perform the essential duties.) Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Ability to examine, evaluate and treat shelter animals (primarily dogs and cats) in a professional and efficient manner Skill in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for medical staff Ability to operate assigned medical equipment Ability to make sound decisions, including prescribing medications and euthanasia of animals that are irremediably suffering from serious illness or severe injury Ability to develop and implement methods to control and prevent the spread of diseases in a shelter Knowledge of safety regulations and safe work practices Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Collaboration - Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities. Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions. Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Leadership - Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational supports and direction. Supervision - Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness. Additional Competencies and/or Desirable Qualifications (Competencies, knowledge, skills and abilities that are more position specific and/or likely to contribute to more successful job performance.) Knowledge of California state, federal and municipal animal health laws and regulations governing the impounding, releasing and euthanasia of animals Experience in supervision and program management Experience performing spay/neuter procedures and vaccinations in a high volume environment Experience handling and treating aggressive and/or feral animals Experience in training staff to rapidly identify animals requiring isolation or veterinary care. Experience using computers for tracking animals in the shelter Experience in the development of a comprehensive program of health care services for the animal shelter, establishing medical standards and procedures for the maintenance of healthy, safe and sanitary facilities. Experience in estimating veterinary requirements for the budget and monitoring expenditures Ability to negotiate and monitor contracted medical services with local animal clinics and veterinarians Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant’s training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Charmaine Guerrero via email at charmaine.guerrero@sanjoseca.gov. Additional Information: Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application. The City of San Jose offers a wide range of core health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Disability, and Savings Plans. Please visit the City's benefits page for detailed information on coverage, cost, and dependent coverage. For information on the City’s Retirement Plan(pension for full-time employees), please visit the Office of Retirement Services website . You will be able to view information based on different Sworn/Federated job classification. In additional to the benefits above, there is an additional perks site to explore further benefits of working for the City of San Jose like paid leave, educational reimbursements, and holiday pay are specific to the job classification and union membership.
Sep 17, 2024
Full Time
Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José. About the Department The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services. The Department is committed to high-quality service, partnering with the community, and providing an excellent environment in which to work. Position Duties The City of San Jose, Animal Care and Services Division is seeking Veterinarians to work at the Animal Care Center, including one Full-time,part-time, and/or relief in either/or, shelter medicine and/or the shelter’s public high quality, high volume spay/neuter clinic. The Animal Shelter Veterinarian may perform all aspects of shelter medicine in a large animal shelter. Duties may include routine spay/neuter surgeries on cats, dogs, and other animals as indicated. This position provides direct care and treatment of homeless animals entering the City of San Jose’s Animal Care Center. In addition, this position is required to diagnose, treat, and/or recommend euthanasia. Registered Veterinary Technicians will be assigned to assist this position with the preparation and post-surgery processes of spay/neuter and other surgical procedures. This is a position reporting to the Shelter Manager of Animal Care and Services. This classification is represented by City Association of Management Personnel (CAMP). Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Directs, coordinates and performs the screening, diagnosis, and basic and emergency medical treatment of animals in the shelter. Performs or supervises the visual monitoring of impounded animals, including those that may be isolated or quarantined for signs of illness or unusual behavior. Performs surgical procedures, including spay/neuters and vaccinates animals to prevent diseases. Maintains accurate medical records of animals. Effectively communicates the condition and status of animals with staff, public and animal groups. Advises staff on matters within the veterinary field. Orders, maintains and controls the drugs used at the shelter and in the field. Trains appropriate staff in administering first aide and vaccinations to animals, the performance of euthanasia and other paramedical duties. Performs and directs staff to perform euthanasia of animals that are irremediably suffering from serious illness or severe injury, as necessary Ensures that shelter staff participates in a comprehensive disease prevention program for the animal shelter. Participates in special spay/neuter or vaccination clinics. Supervises staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; providing technical guidance to staff; ensuring staff are trained; and making hiring, termination and disciplinary recommendations. Ensures compliance of activities to codes and all legal regulations. Physical Requirements: Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 50 pounds while handling animals and equipment. Employees may be exposed to cold and hot temperatures, loud noises, odors, dust, air contaminants, blood borne pathogens while using hypodermic needles on animals and may be exposed to animal scratches and bites. Minimum Qualifications Education A degree from an accredited college or university in Veterinary Medicine. Licensing Requirements (such as driver’s license, certifications, etc.) Valid California license to practice veterinary medicine in the State of California is required. Ability to register with the Drug Enforcement Administration for controlled substances. Valid California Driver’s License and a good driving record. (Must maintain a good driving record.) Other Qualifications Competencies (Needed at entry into the job in order to perform the essential duties.) Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations. Ability to examine, evaluate and treat shelter animals (primarily dogs and cats) in a professional and efficient manner Skill in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for medical staff Ability to operate assigned medical equipment Ability to make sound decisions, including prescribing medications and euthanasia of animals that are irremediably suffering from serious illness or severe injury Ability to develop and implement methods to control and prevent the spread of diseases in a shelter Knowledge of safety regulations and safe work practices Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Computer Skills - Experienced with common business computer applications including but not limited to: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, and MS Excel. Collaboration - Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities. Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems, and opportunities; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions. Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance. Leadership - Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational supports and direction. Supervision - Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness. Additional Competencies and/or Desirable Qualifications (Competencies, knowledge, skills and abilities that are more position specific and/or likely to contribute to more successful job performance.) Knowledge of California state, federal and municipal animal health laws and regulations governing the impounding, releasing and euthanasia of animals Experience in supervision and program management Experience performing spay/neuter procedures and vaccinations in a high volume environment Experience handling and treating aggressive and/or feral animals Experience in training staff to rapidly identify animals requiring isolation or veterinary care. Experience using computers for tracking animals in the shelter Experience in the development of a comprehensive program of health care services for the animal shelter, establishing medical standards and procedures for the maintenance of healthy, safe and sanitary facilities. Experience in estimating veterinary requirements for the budget and monitoring expenditures Ability to negotiate and monitor contracted medical services with local animal clinics and veterinarians Selection Process The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant’s training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews. You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Charmaine Guerrero via email at charmaine.guerrero@sanjoseca.gov. Additional Information: Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application. Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system. This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment. Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application. The City of San Jose offers a wide range of core health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Disability, and Savings Plans. Please visit the City's benefits page for detailed information on coverage, cost, and dependent coverage. For information on the City’s Retirement Plan(pension for full-time employees), please visit the Office of Retirement Services website . You will be able to view information based on different Sworn/Federated job classification. In additional to the benefits above, there is an additional perks site to explore further benefits of working for the City of San Jose like paid leave, educational reimbursements, and holiday pay are specific to the job classification and union membership.
Summary Minimum Starting Salary $19.07/hr depending on qualifications W HY WORK FOR WACO: Meaningful and challenging work Make a difference and improve communities Competitive Salary and Benefits Full Range of Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match Education Assistance Program Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Longevity Pay And More! Chance to do work you are passionate aboutJob SecurityDesire to give back THE CITY OF WACO SEEKS: An Animal Services Veterinarian Technician who has graduated from an accredited Veterinary Technology Program and is experienced in examining animals, evaluating problems, and developing action plans based on observations. If you have a heart for helping shelter animals, this could be the position for you. Apply now! MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Graduate from AVMA accredited Veterinary Technology program Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License. Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification is required within two years of hire. The Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) exam must be taken within the first year of employment and person must be certified as an LVT by the end of the second year of employment. POSITION OVERVIEW: Under basic supervision, assists the shelter Veterinarian to manage the health and welfare of animals at the City shelter. Primary Duties Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Manages the daily care and nutrition of shelter animals; resolves problems within scope of authority. Observes the behavior and condition of animals in shelter; provides nursing care and first aid to recovering and injured animals; identifies animal health care issues and works with Veterinarian to implement health care maintenance and treatment plans; monitors animal health issues, behavior and eating habits; maintains records and updates database. Assists with public education and community outreach programs. Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information. Assist in sedation and anesthesia of animals for medical or surgical procedures and monitors condition of animal until recovery from anesthesia. Prepares animal for surgical procedures. Prepares surgical instruments for sterilization. Performs other related and assigned duties as required. Driving is essential. The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds. To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page . Closing Date/Time: 9/29/2024 12:00 AM Central
Sep 05, 2024
Full Time
Summary Minimum Starting Salary $19.07/hr depending on qualifications W HY WORK FOR WACO: Meaningful and challenging work Make a difference and improve communities Competitive Salary and Benefits Full Range of Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match Education Assistance Program Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Longevity Pay And More! Chance to do work you are passionate aboutJob SecurityDesire to give back THE CITY OF WACO SEEKS: An Animal Services Veterinarian Technician who has graduated from an accredited Veterinary Technology Program and is experienced in examining animals, evaluating problems, and developing action plans based on observations. If you have a heart for helping shelter animals, this could be the position for you. Apply now! MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Graduate from AVMA accredited Veterinary Technology program Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License. Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification is required within two years of hire. The Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) exam must be taken within the first year of employment and person must be certified as an LVT by the end of the second year of employment. POSITION OVERVIEW: Under basic supervision, assists the shelter Veterinarian to manage the health and welfare of animals at the City shelter. Primary Duties Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Manages the daily care and nutrition of shelter animals; resolves problems within scope of authority. Observes the behavior and condition of animals in shelter; provides nursing care and first aid to recovering and injured animals; identifies animal health care issues and works with Veterinarian to implement health care maintenance and treatment plans; monitors animal health issues, behavior and eating habits; maintains records and updates database. Assists with public education and community outreach programs. Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information. Assist in sedation and anesthesia of animals for medical or surgical procedures and monitors condition of animal until recovery from anesthesia. Prepares animal for surgical procedures. Prepares surgical instruments for sterilization. Performs other related and assigned duties as required. Driving is essential. The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds. To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page . Closing Date/Time: 9/29/2024 12:00 AM Central
Description THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY The County of El Dorado , Health and Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include: Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. The Health and Human Services Agency has over 600 employees dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities. COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION The Health and Human Services Agency’s Community Services Division is responsible for the administration of older adult programs for El Dorado County residents 60 years of age and older. These services include: Senior Nutrition, Senior Shuttle, Older Adult Day Services, Long-Term Care Ombudsman, and many more! In addition to the services to seniors, Community Services also administers Veteran Affairs, Animal Services, Public Housing Authority, HEAP & Weatherization programs. ANIMAL SERVICES The El Dorado County Animal Shelter houses and cares for stray, unwanted, or displaced animals. Every effort is made to place healthy, adoptable animals into new permanent, loving homes. We coordinate foster and volunteer programs, educate the community on pet overpopulation, and help people who have lost or found a pet. THE OPPORTUNITY Put your knowledge and love of animals to use helping your community! You will have the opportunity to provide medical and surgical services to animals at the county animal shelters; oversee the work of staff who assist with animal health or euthanasia procedures; and represent the County on the care and treatment of animals and pets. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to: Advise appropriate Agency management staff on animal health care practices to maintain compliance with established standards of care; may be designated as the responsible licensee for the purpose of premise registration. 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. Develop and implement protocols for handling ill and injured animals in the shelter. Provide ongoing training for staff to identify animals requiring isolation or veterinary care; train and supervise non-professional staff performing or assisting with veterinary duties or medical procedures; advise/explain proper medical care and treatment of animals to staff. Oversee 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. Perform euthanasia of designated animals. Oversee the use of immobilization capture drugs and drugs used for euthanasia. Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations: Where college degrees and/or college course credits are required, degrees and college units must be obtained from a regionally accredited college or university. Courses from non-regionally accredited institutions will not be evaluated for this requirement. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree; AND one (1) year of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of animals in a clinical setting, private practice or shelter environment, including the performance of surgery. Other Requirements: A valid license issued by the California Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine to practice as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, is required prior to appointment. A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment. Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and maintain Drug Enforcement Administration licensure. Must be available for after hours medical emergencies as needed. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Nicholas Jetton in Human Resources at nicholas.jetton @edcgov.us . RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. This recruitment is being conducted an open until filled basis. For more information on the recruitment process, click here. Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Veterinarian - Extra Help. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. There are currently (2) two extra help vacancies in the Health and Human Services Agency, located in Diamond Springs, CA. Extra help vacancies are made to maintain adequate coverage of work for short periods of time at frequent intervals, where employment is of a recurrent nature depending on the needs of the Agency; work may be seasonal, on-call, and/or for a limited duration. Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law. This extra help position may transition to a regular full-time employee if the conditions of Personnel Rules 1103.1 exist. Click here for Frequently Asked Questions. The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every ten (10) years. Many job classifications require a pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer. Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just: 40 miles to Downtown Sacramento 50 miles to Sacramento International Airport 129 miles to San Francisco Here area few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports Skiing and Snowboarding Live Music and Music Festivals Local Craft Breweries and Wineries El Dorado County Fair Placerville Speedway Races Farm to Fork Restaurants Small Business Shops Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information. CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE! This is an extra help/temporary position that does not include benefits. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Sep 12, 2024
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Description THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY The County of El Dorado , Health and Human Services Agency is committed to transforming lives and improving futures for the citizens of El Dorado County. Their programs and services include: Behavioral Health, Public Health, Community and Social Services. The Health and Human Services Agency has over 600 employees dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of those in their communities. COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION The Health and Human Services Agency’s Community Services Division is responsible for the administration of older adult programs for El Dorado County residents 60 years of age and older. These services include: Senior Nutrition, Senior Shuttle, Older Adult Day Services, Long-Term Care Ombudsman, and many more! In addition to the services to seniors, Community Services also administers Veteran Affairs, Animal Services, Public Housing Authority, HEAP & Weatherization programs. ANIMAL SERVICES The El Dorado County Animal Shelter houses and cares for stray, unwanted, or displaced animals. Every effort is made to place healthy, adoptable animals into new permanent, loving homes. We coordinate foster and volunteer programs, educate the community on pet overpopulation, and help people who have lost or found a pet. THE OPPORTUNITY Put your knowledge and love of animals to use helping your community! You will have the opportunity to provide medical and surgical services to animals at the county animal shelters; oversee the work of staff who assist with animal health or euthanasia procedures; and represent the County on the care and treatment of animals and pets. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to: Advise appropriate Agency management staff on animal health care practices to maintain compliance with established standards of care; may be designated as the responsible licensee for the purpose of premise registration. 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. Develop and implement protocols for handling ill and injured animals in the shelter. Provide ongoing training for staff to identify animals requiring isolation or veterinary care; train and supervise non-professional staff performing or assisting with veterinary duties or medical procedures; advise/explain proper medical care and treatment of animals to staff. Oversee 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. Perform euthanasia of designated animals. Oversee the use of immobilization capture drugs and drugs used for euthanasia. Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following recommendations: Where college degrees and/or college course credits are required, degrees and college units must be obtained from a regionally accredited college or university. Courses from non-regionally accredited institutions will not be evaluated for this requirement. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree; AND one (1) year of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of animals in a clinical setting, private practice or shelter environment, including the performance of surgery. Other Requirements: A valid license issued by the California Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine to practice as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, is required prior to appointment. A valid California Driver License, Class C or higher, is required prior to appointment. Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and maintain Drug Enforcement Administration licensure. Must be available for after hours medical emergencies as needed. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Nicholas Jetton in Human Resources at nicholas.jetton @edcgov.us . RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. This recruitment is being conducted an open until filled basis. For more information on the recruitment process, click here. Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Veterinarian - Extra Help. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. There are currently (2) two extra help vacancies in the Health and Human Services Agency, located in Diamond Springs, CA. Extra help vacancies are made to maintain adequate coverage of work for short periods of time at frequent intervals, where employment is of a recurrent nature depending on the needs of the Agency; work may be seasonal, on-call, and/or for a limited duration. Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law. This extra help position may transition to a regular full-time employee if the conditions of Personnel Rules 1103.1 exist. Click here for Frequently Asked Questions. The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every ten (10) years. Many job classifications require a pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include testing for drugs; a positive test may result in revocation of an employment offer. Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just: 40 miles to Downtown Sacramento 50 miles to Sacramento International Airport 129 miles to San Francisco Here area few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County: Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports Skiing and Snowboarding Live Music and Music Festivals Local Craft Breweries and Wineries El Dorado County Fair Placerville Speedway Races Farm to Fork Restaurants Small Business Shops Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click here for more information. CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE! This is an extra help/temporary position that does not include benefits. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Health & Human Services Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration. Current vacancy is with the Health & Human Services Agency located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months. Salary Range: $110,000 - $171,633 Annually May be appointed within the salary range; appointment is At-Will Typical Duties Performs high-volume, high-quality spay/neuter surgeries of shelter animals, including dogs and cats in a fast-paced environment; diagnoses and treats diseases, illness, and injuries of shelter animals including dogs, cats, pocket pets, and occasionally farm animals; oversees all aspects of veterinary surgical care including physical examination, surgery, pre-and post-operative care, anesthetic administration and monitoring, emergency care, restraint and treatment following all SOPs as put forth by Tulare County; perform pre-surgery physical examination on all surgical candidates; diagnose and treatment of post-surgical medical complications of animals; attend staff, management, and other requested meetings. Obtain continuing education as required by Tulare County and licensing requirements; examines animals to determine nature of disease or injury and recommends course of treatment or euthanasia with the support of a team decision; test animals for disease and inoculate animals against rabies; reviews animal bites and exposure reports concerning rabies and other diseases and directs follow-up procedures; evaluate condition and coordinate maintenance of surgical equipment and supplies; hold and maintain the Veterinary Premise Permit for Tulare County Animal Services shelter and clinic; oversee controlled substance procurement, storage, record keeping and administration as it relates to shelter animals; develop and confer with Management on sanitary measures, feeding, preventative medicine, and general care to promote health of shelter animals; research and prepare medical reports for guidance on request; provide veterinary expertise and document/testify as needed on animal abuse and neglect cases; participates in humane investigations, prepares written veterinary statements, and testifies in court as appropriate for animal welfare/cruelty cases; vaccinates and gives emergency treatment to impounded animals; regularly reviews medical condition of animals quarantined at the shelter; gives follow-up treatment to injured animals as necessary; directs care and feeding of exotic or unusual animals; assists with public health duties as needed to prevent the spread of communicable diseases in the shelter and in the community; supervises assistants and oversees the clinical care provided by Veterinary Technicians, Animal Care Specialists and Animal Care Technicians as needed; provides input on veterinary protocols; provides consultation and education to members of the public on regulations and medical aspects of animal care; assist with natural disasters and the care of animals; provide information to the public regarding laws, regulations, and department policies when necessary; prepare various forms, routine correspondence and run reports; compose Health Certificates; utilize custom animal software; attend and assist in animal shelter related events such as vaccine clinics; perform related duties as assigned; Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.) Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following. Education: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited school of veterinary medicine Experience: None License or Certificate: Possession of a current California Veterinarian License from the Veterinary Medical Board. The required licenses MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary, or restricted license will NOT be accepted; possession of, or eligibility to obtain, a National Accreditation Number from the USDA; aAbility to obtain a DEA license for the procurement and use of controlled substances utilized in a veterinary setting within 30 days from the date of hire into this classification. Failure to satisfy this requirement will result in separation from County employment; possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Knowledge of: Current veterinary principles, practices, and techniques relating to sick or injured animals; rabies control laws; veterinary forensics and animal cruelty laws; shelter practices and population medicine; United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations regarding health certificates and transport of animals; high volume, high-quality spay and neuter techniques; bacteriology, pathology, serology, and other veterinary laboratory procedures; principles of public health related to animal carried diseases; supervisory principles and practices Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; complete multiple priority projects with strict deadlines; maintain confidentiality of patient/client information; attend meetings outside of regular working hours and may work on-call to respond to emergencies; perform high volume, high-quality spay and neuter surgeries daily in a fast-paced environment; work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours; demonstrate genuine concerns, compassion and caring for animals; diagnose and treat diseases among animals; apply animal care knowledge in a shelter setting; establish and enforce quarantine of animals; gather evidence in case of violation of rules and regulations; communicate in a manner that is both compassionate and informative when interacting with staff, clients and with the public; ability to address emotional situations with pet owners; maintain records and prepare reports; effectively supervise shelter staff as it relates to veterinary care or surgery; perform humane euthanasia; travel within and outside Tulare County for work related activities using County vehicle; organize work, determine priorities, exercise good judgment, and complete multiple tasks with deadlines under stressful conditions; follow safe work practices; understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely in person and over the telephone; write clearly to convey ideas in memos, emails, and correspondence using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation; effectively utilize specialized animal software; file and maintain accurate records; plan and complete assignments independently; exhibit humane and sympathetic treatment of animals; work in a loud environment while exposed to animals, animal fluids, waste and smells, and pharmaceuticals; remain standing for long periods of time; demonstrate hand and finger dexterity; demonstrate team approach to the job by cooperating with others, offering to help others when needed, and consider larger organization or team goals; demonstrate willingness to adapt and remain calm in a constantly changing and stressful work environment; handle, position, and restrain live animals of both small and large animal species; handle, position, lift, and move materials, equipment, and supplies; retain and recall information. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT : Must be immunized against rabies within three (3) months of start date and maintain immunity for the duration of employment. DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Knowledge of: General geography of the unincorporated areas of Tulare County. Experience: Two (2) years of veterinary medical experience, one (1) year of which includes surgical experience in spaying and neutering. Additional Information Conditions of Employment: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam. College Cost Reduction Access Act : This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Bargaining Unit 20 The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change. Benefit Amount: An annualbenefit amountis provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability).This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods). Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMOmedical plans which include PPOand HMO dental plans andinclude dentalandvision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, andVision Services Plan (VSP) . . Retirement : The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems. Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days and 1 personal holiday. Vacation Accrual : 2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service) 3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service) 4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service) 5 weeks per year (11+ years of service) Limit of 300 hours. FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year. Sick Leave Accrual : 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 48 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave. Group Term Life Insurance : $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company. Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is provided. This provides financial protection for you by paying a portion of your income while you are disabled. Provided by Standard Insurance Company. Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee. Deferred Compensation : A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available. To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/ The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change. Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Health & Human Services Agency. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration. Current vacancy is with the Health & Human Services Agency located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months. Salary Range: $110,000 - $171,633 Annually May be appointed within the salary range; appointment is At-Will Typical Duties Performs high-volume, high-quality spay/neuter surgeries of shelter animals, including dogs and cats in a fast-paced environment; diagnoses and treats diseases, illness, and injuries of shelter animals including dogs, cats, pocket pets, and occasionally farm animals; oversees all aspects of veterinary surgical care including physical examination, surgery, pre-and post-operative care, anesthetic administration and monitoring, emergency care, restraint and treatment following all SOPs as put forth by Tulare County; perform pre-surgery physical examination on all surgical candidates; diagnose and treatment of post-surgical medical complications of animals; attend staff, management, and other requested meetings. Obtain continuing education as required by Tulare County and licensing requirements; examines animals to determine nature of disease or injury and recommends course of treatment or euthanasia with the support of a team decision; test animals for disease and inoculate animals against rabies; reviews animal bites and exposure reports concerning rabies and other diseases and directs follow-up procedures; evaluate condition and coordinate maintenance of surgical equipment and supplies; hold and maintain the Veterinary Premise Permit for Tulare County Animal Services shelter and clinic; oversee controlled substance procurement, storage, record keeping and administration as it relates to shelter animals; develop and confer with Management on sanitary measures, feeding, preventative medicine, and general care to promote health of shelter animals; research and prepare medical reports for guidance on request; provide veterinary expertise and document/testify as needed on animal abuse and neglect cases; participates in humane investigations, prepares written veterinary statements, and testifies in court as appropriate for animal welfare/cruelty cases; vaccinates and gives emergency treatment to impounded animals; regularly reviews medical condition of animals quarantined at the shelter; gives follow-up treatment to injured animals as necessary; directs care and feeding of exotic or unusual animals; assists with public health duties as needed to prevent the spread of communicable diseases in the shelter and in the community; supervises assistants and oversees the clinical care provided by Veterinary Technicians, Animal Care Specialists and Animal Care Technicians as needed; provides input on veterinary protocols; provides consultation and education to members of the public on regulations and medical aspects of animal care; assist with natural disasters and the care of animals; provide information to the public regarding laws, regulations, and department policies when necessary; prepare various forms, routine correspondence and run reports; compose Health Certificates; utilize custom animal software; attend and assist in animal shelter related events such as vaccine clinics; perform related duties as assigned; Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.) Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following. Education: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited school of veterinary medicine Experience: None License or Certificate: Possession of a current California Veterinarian License from the Veterinary Medical Board. The required licenses MUST be current and unrestricted; a conditional, provisional, probationary, or restricted license will NOT be accepted; possession of, or eligibility to obtain, a National Accreditation Number from the USDA; aAbility to obtain a DEA license for the procurement and use of controlled substances utilized in a veterinary setting within 30 days from the date of hire into this classification. Failure to satisfy this requirement will result in separation from County employment; possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Knowledge of: Current veterinary principles, practices, and techniques relating to sick or injured animals; rabies control laws; veterinary forensics and animal cruelty laws; shelter practices and population medicine; United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulations regarding health certificates and transport of animals; high volume, high-quality spay and neuter techniques; bacteriology, pathology, serology, and other veterinary laboratory procedures; principles of public health related to animal carried diseases; supervisory principles and practices Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; complete multiple priority projects with strict deadlines; maintain confidentiality of patient/client information; attend meetings outside of regular working hours and may work on-call to respond to emergencies; perform high volume, high-quality spay and neuter surgeries daily in a fast-paced environment; work a flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours; demonstrate genuine concerns, compassion and caring for animals; diagnose and treat diseases among animals; apply animal care knowledge in a shelter setting; establish and enforce quarantine of animals; gather evidence in case of violation of rules and regulations; communicate in a manner that is both compassionate and informative when interacting with staff, clients and with the public; ability to address emotional situations with pet owners; maintain records and prepare reports; effectively supervise shelter staff as it relates to veterinary care or surgery; perform humane euthanasia; travel within and outside Tulare County for work related activities using County vehicle; organize work, determine priorities, exercise good judgment, and complete multiple tasks with deadlines under stressful conditions; follow safe work practices; understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely in person and over the telephone; write clearly to convey ideas in memos, emails, and correspondence using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation; effectively utilize specialized animal software; file and maintain accurate records; plan and complete assignments independently; exhibit humane and sympathetic treatment of animals; work in a loud environment while exposed to animals, animal fluids, waste and smells, and pharmaceuticals; remain standing for long periods of time; demonstrate hand and finger dexterity; demonstrate team approach to the job by cooperating with others, offering to help others when needed, and consider larger organization or team goals; demonstrate willingness to adapt and remain calm in a constantly changing and stressful work environment; handle, position, and restrain live animals of both small and large animal species; handle, position, lift, and move materials, equipment, and supplies; retain and recall information. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT : Must be immunized against rabies within three (3) months of start date and maintain immunity for the duration of employment. DESIRABLE EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Knowledge of: General geography of the unincorporated areas of Tulare County. Experience: Two (2) years of veterinary medical experience, one (1) year of which includes surgical experience in spaying and neutering. Additional Information Conditions of Employment: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license. Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam. College Cost Reduction Access Act : This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Bargaining Unit 20 The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change. Benefit Amount: An annualbenefit amountis provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability).This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods). Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMOmedical plans which include PPOand HMO dental plans andinclude dentalandvision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, andVision Services Plan (VSP) . . Retirement : The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems. Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days and 1 personal holiday. Vacation Accrual : 2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service) 3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service) 4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service) 5 weeks per year (11+ years of service) Limit of 300 hours. FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year. Sick Leave Accrual : 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 48 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave. Group Term Life Insurance : $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company. Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is provided. This provides financial protection for you by paying a portion of your income while you are disabled. Provided by Standard Insurance Company. Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee. Deferred Compensation : A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available. To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/ The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change. 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
Jul 14, 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 Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, California, United States
THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut - off dates are biweekly on second and fourth Monday of each month. Under direct supervision, the Registered Veterinary Technician assists the Veterinarian in the medical care and treatment of impounded animals; provides medical and surgical pre-operative and post-operative procedures for shelter animals; maintains sanitary condition of medical caging equipment and facilities; administers medications, drugs, tests and vaccines to the City’s Animal Care Services shelter animals. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is an advanced journey-level classification. The Registered Veterinary Technician classification is primarily distinguished from the Animal Care Technician by its responsibility for assisting licensed Veterinarians in providing medical and surgical pre-operative and post-operative procedures to animals. Whereas, the Animal Care Technician is responsible to feed and care for impounded animals, to clean kennels, equipment and other areas at the City Animal Care Services shelter. The Registered Veterinary Technician is distinguished from the Senior Animal Care Technician in that the latter provides direct supervision of Animal Care Technicians. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Direct Supervision is received from the Veterinarian. Indirect supervision is received from other management staff. The Registered Veterinary Technician does not supervise. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Assist the Veterinarian with impounding, quarantining, and restraining animals; emergency treatment and care of injured or diseased animals, including external hemorrhage control; perform CPR, intubation, and first aid on animals as required. - Examine animals and make referrals to Veterinarian as needed; prepare animals and assist Veterinarian with surgery; apply casts or splints as necessary; staple or suture existing skin incisions. - Induce and monitor anesthesia using either injectable or inhalant anesthetics; perform euthanasia by injection, as directed; supply post-surgical and treatment information to the public; microchip animals. - Responsible for the control and use of euthanasia drugs, including Drug Enforcement Administration log maintenance; maintain inventory of medical supplies. - Perform dental care including prophylactic evaluations, cleanings, and uncomplicated tooth extractions, as directed. - Autoclaves and maintains all surgical packs; perform routine cleaning and general maintenance of medical equipment, facilities and caging; order medical supplies. - Communicate with animal owners regarding post-operative care and other medical conditions of their animals; assign and oversee medically related duties to volunteers and Animal Care Technicians; participate in community events involving Animal Care Services. - Enter data and produce computer generated reports relating to surgeries, treatment of shelter animals, and medical supply inventory; write memos and letters as necessary. - Assist the Veterinarian with the development of policies and guidelines pertaining to the care, medical treatment and medical screening of animals at the shelter, including euthanasia by injection, handling and restraint, vaccination and microchipping, and medical screening and provide training to Animal Care Staff in these areas as necessary. - Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: - Aseptic surgical techniques, animal care and husbandry. - Autoclaving and surgical pack preparation. - Disease symptoms of domestic animals. - Physical behavior characteristics of common breeds of dogs, cats, exotics, livestock and wildlife. - Euthanasia techniques. - Kennel and cage protocols - Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) required record keeping for Schedule II narcotics. - SHARPS biohazard waste requirements - Laboratory analysis and emergency aid techniques. Skill in: - Preparing animals for surgery. - Inducing and monitoring animals given anesthesia. - Providing technical guidance and training, monitoring, and certifying staff on euthanasia procedures. - Removing tissues from dead animals to aid in the diagnosis of pathology. - Micro-chipping animals - Performing follow-up treatments - Prophylactic evaluations, cleanings, and uncomplicated tooth extractions. - Restraining fractious animals. - Catheterizing animals. - Computers, computer applications, and software. Ability to: - Obtain and maintain the Drug Enforcement Administration licensure as required. - Properly store and maintain medical supplies and Schedule II narcotics. - Identify normal and abnormal animal behavior and symptoms of rabies and other animal disorders. - Safely handle, care for and feed animals, and clean kennels. - Safely handle and apply common disinfectants such as bleach, Phenolics and Quats. - Provide court testimony on animal cruelty cases. - Provide customer service, including dealing with people under stress. - Communicate effectively, orally and in writing. 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: One year of experience assisting a licensed veterinarian in providing medical treatment to animals, including surgical procedures and medical examinations, in a clinical environment. One year of experience in an animal shelter assisting a licensed veterinarian in surgical procedures and medical examinations is desirable. -AND- Education: Thirty semester units from an accredited college or university in veterinary technology, animal science, the biological sciences, chemistry, or a closely related field. Substitution: One year of qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education. 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 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. Registration: Possession of Registration as a Registered Veterinary Technician by the California Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine is required at the time of appointment. Failure to maintain the Registered Veterinary License in good standing and completion of any required continuing education units is cause for termination. PROOF OF REGISTRATION Proof of the required registration 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. License: The Registered Veterinary Technician incumbent is required to obtain Drug Enforcement Administration licensure as part of their function as a Registered Veterinary Technician within six (6) months of employment. Failure to obtain the Drug Enforcement Administration licensure is cause for discipline, up to and including termination. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. 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/or 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. 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 registration and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of registration and/or license will be required at time of appointment. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application, delivered in person, or sent to the Employment Office by email/fax or mailed by the next posted cut-off date. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C. Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2. Training and Experience Exam : (Weighted 100%) - The questions located at the end of the application are the Training and Experience (T&E) Exam. Responses to the T&E questions will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. The exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the T&E questions, please note: Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions. 3. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Registered Veterinary Technician examination. 4. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application 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. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/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 Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at http://www.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Career-Opportunities ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 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
Sep 01, 2024
Full Time
THE POSITION THIS POSTING WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED Application cut - off dates are biweekly on second and fourth Monday of each month. Under direct supervision, the Registered Veterinary Technician assists the Veterinarian in the medical care and treatment of impounded animals; provides medical and surgical pre-operative and post-operative procedures for shelter animals; maintains sanitary condition of medical caging equipment and facilities; administers medications, drugs, tests and vaccines to the City’s Animal Care Services shelter animals. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS This is an advanced journey-level classification. The Registered Veterinary Technician classification is primarily distinguished from the Animal Care Technician by its responsibility for assisting licensed Veterinarians in providing medical and surgical pre-operative and post-operative procedures to animals. Whereas, the Animal Care Technician is responsible to feed and care for impounded animals, to clean kennels, equipment and other areas at the City Animal Care Services shelter. The Registered Veterinary Technician is distinguished from the Senior Animal Care Technician in that the latter provides direct supervision of Animal Care Technicians. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Direct Supervision is received from the Veterinarian. Indirect supervision is received from other management staff. The Registered Veterinary Technician does not supervise. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Assist the Veterinarian with impounding, quarantining, and restraining animals; emergency treatment and care of injured or diseased animals, including external hemorrhage control; perform CPR, intubation, and first aid on animals as required. - Examine animals and make referrals to Veterinarian as needed; prepare animals and assist Veterinarian with surgery; apply casts or splints as necessary; staple or suture existing skin incisions. - Induce and monitor anesthesia using either injectable or inhalant anesthetics; perform euthanasia by injection, as directed; supply post-surgical and treatment information to the public; microchip animals. - Responsible for the control and use of euthanasia drugs, including Drug Enforcement Administration log maintenance; maintain inventory of medical supplies. - Perform dental care including prophylactic evaluations, cleanings, and uncomplicated tooth extractions, as directed. - Autoclaves and maintains all surgical packs; perform routine cleaning and general maintenance of medical equipment, facilities and caging; order medical supplies. - Communicate with animal owners regarding post-operative care and other medical conditions of their animals; assign and oversee medically related duties to volunteers and Animal Care Technicians; participate in community events involving Animal Care Services. - Enter data and produce computer generated reports relating to surgeries, treatment of shelter animals, and medical supply inventory; write memos and letters as necessary. - Assist the Veterinarian with the development of policies and guidelines pertaining to the care, medical treatment and medical screening of animals at the shelter, including euthanasia by injection, handling and restraint, vaccination and microchipping, and medical screening and provide training to Animal Care Staff in these areas as necessary. - Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: - Aseptic surgical techniques, animal care and husbandry. - Autoclaving and surgical pack preparation. - Disease symptoms of domestic animals. - Physical behavior characteristics of common breeds of dogs, cats, exotics, livestock and wildlife. - Euthanasia techniques. - Kennel and cage protocols - Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) required record keeping for Schedule II narcotics. - SHARPS biohazard waste requirements - Laboratory analysis and emergency aid techniques. Skill in: - Preparing animals for surgery. - Inducing and monitoring animals given anesthesia. - Providing technical guidance and training, monitoring, and certifying staff on euthanasia procedures. - Removing tissues from dead animals to aid in the diagnosis of pathology. - Micro-chipping animals - Performing follow-up treatments - Prophylactic evaluations, cleanings, and uncomplicated tooth extractions. - Restraining fractious animals. - Catheterizing animals. - Computers, computer applications, and software. Ability to: - Obtain and maintain the Drug Enforcement Administration licensure as required. - Properly store and maintain medical supplies and Schedule II narcotics. - Identify normal and abnormal animal behavior and symptoms of rabies and other animal disorders. - Safely handle, care for and feed animals, and clean kennels. - Safely handle and apply common disinfectants such as bleach, Phenolics and Quats. - Provide court testimony on animal cruelty cases. - Provide customer service, including dealing with people under stress. - Communicate effectively, orally and in writing. 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: One year of experience assisting a licensed veterinarian in providing medical treatment to animals, including surgical procedures and medical examinations, in a clinical environment. One year of experience in an animal shelter assisting a licensed veterinarian in surgical procedures and medical examinations is desirable. -AND- Education: Thirty semester units from an accredited college or university in veterinary technology, animal science, the biological sciences, chemistry, or a closely related field. Substitution: One year of qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education. 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 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. Registration: Possession of Registration as a Registered Veterinary Technician by the California Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine is required at the time of appointment. Failure to maintain the Registered Veterinary License in good standing and completion of any required continuing education units is cause for termination. PROOF OF REGISTRATION Proof of the required registration 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. License: The Registered Veterinary Technician incumbent is required to obtain Drug Enforcement Administration licensure as part of their function as a Registered Veterinary Technician within six (6) months of employment. Failure to obtain the Drug Enforcement Administration licensure is cause for discipline, up to and including termination. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Employees must complete twelve (12) months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status. 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/or 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. 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 registration and/or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of registration and/or license will be required at time of appointment. Position/job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. If you’re requesting Veteran’s credit, a copy of your DD214 must be submitted online with your application, delivered in person, or sent to the Employment Office by email/fax or mailed by the next posted cut-off date. Information regarding the use of Veteran’s credit can be found in the Civil Service Board rules under rule 4.9C. Applicants are responsible for attaching a copy of their DD214 to each position for which they apply. 2. Training and Experience Exam : (Weighted 100%) - The questions located at the end of the application are the Training and Experience (T&E) Exam. Responses to the T&E questions will be rated and scored. This exam will evaluate the relevance, level, and progression of a candidate's education, training and experience. The exam score will determine your ranking on the eligible list for this job. When completing the T&E questions, please note: Responses to the T&E questions must be submitted online; paper questionnaires will not be accepted. A resume will not substitute for the information required in the T&E questions. 3. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the Training and Experience Test will be placed on the eligible list. The hiring department may contact candidates for interview at any time during the life of the one-year list. Candidate’s eligibility expires one year from the date of notification of a passing score for the Registered Veterinary Technician examination. 4. Screening Committee : (Pass/Fail)- All candidates that pass the examination and are in one of the top three ranks will have their application 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. 5. Conditional Hire: Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan/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 Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at http://www.cityofsacramento.org/HR/Career-Opportunities ; Send an email to employment@cityofsacramento.org ; or Call the Human Resources Department at (916) 808-5726 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
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL EXAM NUMBER: O-2986-D TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY APPLICATION FILING: OPEN CONTINUOUS THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS BEING REPOSTED TO UPDATE THE TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS INFORMATION. Filing begins on July 9, 2021 at 8:00 am PT and will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES The County is listed on Forbes America's Best Employers list for 2019. It has a demographically and geographically diverse population of more than 10 million residents. As the largest employer in Southern California with over 111,000 employees in 36 departments and a budget over $33 billion, the County provides vital and wide-ranging public services to its citizens. DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL The County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control is one of the largest and most progressive animal control agencies in the United States. Our seven animal care centers serve unincorporated Los Angeles County and 44 contract cities with a combined total population of over 3 million residents. We cover more than 3,400 square miles of cities, deserts, beaches, and mountains; from the Antelope Valley in the north to the Palos Verdes Peninsula in the south, as far east as the border of San Bernardino County, and west to Thousand Oaks. We provide animal control and rescue services in our service areas 24 hours a day, seven days a week. DEFINITION: Provides paramedical treatment to animals in Los Angeles County animal care center/shelter facilities or assists in zoonosis control in the Veterinary Public Health and Rabies Control. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class are characterized by their responsibility for independently providing paramedical treatment to animals, providing more complex medical treatment under the direction of a licensed veterinarian, and assisting in the maintenance of animal health care programs within County animal care center/shelter facilities or providing paramedical support for the investigation of zoonotic diseases within the veterinary public health and rabies control unit. Incumbents must exercise a knowledge of animal behavior and anatomy, techniques of administrating medications and treatments to animals, general surgical procedures and equipment used in animal health clinics, inventorying and maintaining pharmaceutical supplies and equipment and principles of disease control. They must also have the ability to handle and care for animals in a humane manner. Essential Job Functions Conducts physical examinations to determine the nature of illness, injury, and abnormality. Administers medications and immunizations orally and by intramuscular, intravenous, and subcutaneous injections, as prescribed by a veterinarian. Takes and records temperature, pulse, and respiration. Collects and labels specimens of blood, urine, sputum, feces, brain tissue and various kinds of smears for culture or microscopic examination. Administers whole blood or plasma to animals. Assists veterinarians in surgery by correct equipment, instruments, and packs, and assuring that monitoring and support equipment such as cardiac monitors, scopes, and breathing apparatus are operable. Renders emergency treatment to animals; determines need to send animal for private veterinarian assistance in the absence of the animal care center/shelter veterinarian. Maintains inventory of all pharmaceutical, equipment, and supplies. Maintains records of all animal treatment or disease investigations. Assists in the maintenance of animal health care programs within County animal control facilities. Establishes procedures for the proper housing and feeding of animals and the cleaning of kennels. Maintains effective relations with other County departments, outside agencies, and the public. Assists departmental personnel in investigation and retrieval of animals in the field by anesthetizing or euthanizing animals when necessary. Scans for and applies microchip and other special identification media. Assists public health veterinary unit staff in zoonosis activities including decapitation of rabies suspect animals for brain tissue testing. Provide limited technical direction to animal control personnel an animal health matters as needed. Advise animal control personnel on the development of programs related to the retention and relocation of animals as needed. Requirements LICENSE (s) REQUIRED: A valid Registered Veterinary Technician Certificate issued by the California State Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine . A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 3 - Moderate. Physical Class III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their California State License to practice Veterinary Medicine the application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: - An AA degree in Animal Science from an accredited college. - A BS degree in Animal Science from an accredited college. Note: If you are unable to attach the required documents, you must fax them to (562)422-3187 or e-mail the documents to the exam analyst at SPerez@animalcare.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and exam title. The required license MUST be current and unrestricted; conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license will not be accepted. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of a multiple choice test weighted 100% covering Deductive Reasoning, Verbal Ability, Professional Potential, Achievement, Coping with Uncertainty, Responsibility, Working to High Quality Standards, Willingness to Learn, Working Relationships, Analyzing Information, Learning Quickly, Generating New Ideas, Using Time Efficiently, and Adapting to Change. STANDARDIZED MULTIPLE CHOICE TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS: Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred. TEST PREPARATION: Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find a Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test Preparation Information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional practice tests are available at http://www.shldirect.com/practice_tests.html . NOTE: Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add sperez@animalcare.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , talentcentral@shl.com , no-reply@proctoru.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component . Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. Notice of Non-Acceptance and Final Result letters will be sent electronically to your e-mail address. Test scores cannot be given over the telephone. Eligibility Information: The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. Special Information: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Animal Care and Control. Application and Filing Information: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and minimum requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT BE sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be disqualified. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. Resumes may be added to your application but cannot be substituted for the Experience portions of the County application nor for the completion and submission of the supplemental questions. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. COVID-19 Vaccination All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Department Contact Name: Sandra Perez Department Contact Phone: (562) 256-7102 Department Contact Email: SPerez@animalcare.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (562) 256-7101 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Alternate TTY Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL EXAM NUMBER: O-2986-D TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY APPLICATION FILING: OPEN CONTINUOUS THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS BEING REPOSTED TO UPDATE THE TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS INFORMATION. Filing begins on July 9, 2021 at 8:00 am PT and will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES The County is listed on Forbes America's Best Employers list for 2019. It has a demographically and geographically diverse population of more than 10 million residents. As the largest employer in Southern California with over 111,000 employees in 36 departments and a budget over $33 billion, the County provides vital and wide-ranging public services to its citizens. DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL The County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control is one of the largest and most progressive animal control agencies in the United States. Our seven animal care centers serve unincorporated Los Angeles County and 44 contract cities with a combined total population of over 3 million residents. We cover more than 3,400 square miles of cities, deserts, beaches, and mountains; from the Antelope Valley in the north to the Palos Verdes Peninsula in the south, as far east as the border of San Bernardino County, and west to Thousand Oaks. We provide animal control and rescue services in our service areas 24 hours a day, seven days a week. DEFINITION: Provides paramedical treatment to animals in Los Angeles County animal care center/shelter facilities or assists in zoonosis control in the Veterinary Public Health and Rabies Control. CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS: Positions allocable to this class are characterized by their responsibility for independently providing paramedical treatment to animals, providing more complex medical treatment under the direction of a licensed veterinarian, and assisting in the maintenance of animal health care programs within County animal care center/shelter facilities or providing paramedical support for the investigation of zoonotic diseases within the veterinary public health and rabies control unit. Incumbents must exercise a knowledge of animal behavior and anatomy, techniques of administrating medications and treatments to animals, general surgical procedures and equipment used in animal health clinics, inventorying and maintaining pharmaceutical supplies and equipment and principles of disease control. They must also have the ability to handle and care for animals in a humane manner. Essential Job Functions Conducts physical examinations to determine the nature of illness, injury, and abnormality. Administers medications and immunizations orally and by intramuscular, intravenous, and subcutaneous injections, as prescribed by a veterinarian. Takes and records temperature, pulse, and respiration. Collects and labels specimens of blood, urine, sputum, feces, brain tissue and various kinds of smears for culture or microscopic examination. Administers whole blood or plasma to animals. Assists veterinarians in surgery by correct equipment, instruments, and packs, and assuring that monitoring and support equipment such as cardiac monitors, scopes, and breathing apparatus are operable. Renders emergency treatment to animals; determines need to send animal for private veterinarian assistance in the absence of the animal care center/shelter veterinarian. Maintains inventory of all pharmaceutical, equipment, and supplies. Maintains records of all animal treatment or disease investigations. Assists in the maintenance of animal health care programs within County animal control facilities. Establishes procedures for the proper housing and feeding of animals and the cleaning of kennels. Maintains effective relations with other County departments, outside agencies, and the public. Assists departmental personnel in investigation and retrieval of animals in the field by anesthetizing or euthanizing animals when necessary. Scans for and applies microchip and other special identification media. Assists public health veterinary unit staff in zoonosis activities including decapitation of rabies suspect animals for brain tissue testing. Provide limited technical direction to animal control personnel an animal health matters as needed. Advise animal control personnel on the development of programs related to the retention and relocation of animals as needed. Requirements LICENSE (s) REQUIRED: A valid Registered Veterinary Technician Certificate issued by the California State Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine . A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS: 3 - Moderate. Physical Class III - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: Applicants must attach a legible photocopy of their California State License to practice Veterinary Medicine the application at the time of filing or within 15 calendar days of filing. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: - An AA degree in Animal Science from an accredited college. - A BS degree in Animal Science from an accredited college. Note: If you are unable to attach the required documents, you must fax them to (562)422-3187 or e-mail the documents to the exam analyst at SPerez@animalcare.lacounty.gov within 15 calendar days of filing online. Please include the exam number and exam title. The required license MUST be current and unrestricted; conditional, provisional, probationary or restricted license will not be accepted. Additional Information EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of a multiple choice test weighted 100% covering Deductive Reasoning, Verbal Ability, Professional Potential, Achievement, Coping with Uncertainty, Responsibility, Working to High Quality Standards, Willingness to Learn, Working Relationships, Analyzing Information, Learning Quickly, Generating New Ideas, Using Time Efficiently, and Adapting to Change. STANDARDIZED MULTIPLE CHOICE TESTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS: Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their scores automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred. TEST PREPARATION: Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find a Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test Preparation Information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional practice tests are available at http://www.shldirect.com/practice_tests.html . NOTE: Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add sperez@animalcare.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , talentcentral@shl.com , no-reply@proctoru.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component . Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. Notice of Non-Acceptance and Final Result letters will be sent electronically to your e-mail address. Test scores cannot be given over the telephone. Eligibility Information: The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. Special Information: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. Vacancy Information: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Animal Care and Control. Application and Filing Information: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and minimum requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT BE sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be disqualified. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. Resumes may be added to your application but cannot be substituted for the Experience portions of the County application nor for the completion and submission of the supplemental questions. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. COVID-19 Vaccination All County workforce members must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Successful candidates for this position will be required to submit proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or request an exemption for qualifying medical or religious reasons during the onboarding process. Candidates should not present proof of vaccination until instructed to do so by the hiring department. Department Contact Name: Sandra Perez Department Contact Phone: (562) 256-7102 Department Contact Email: SPerez@animalcare.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (562) 256-7101 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Alternate TTY Phone : (800) 897-0077 For detailed information, please click here
City of Los Angeles
City Of Los Angeles, California, United States
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $54,496 to $79,698 In some positions, higher salaries are paid for night work and for certain assignments. NOTE : Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. DUTIES A Veterinary Technician assists a Veterinarian by performing routine and subprofessional duties in the medical or surgical treatment of animals at the City's animal shelters or spay and neuter clinics, performs euthanasia-by-injection and immunizations under the direction of a licensed Veterinarian, administers emergency medical treatment to injured animals, and does related work. NOTE : Veterinary Technicians must be available to be assigned to any one of the shelters located throughout the City and may be required to work days or nights any five of a seven day workweek. REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) A Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certificate, issued by the State of California Veterinary Medical Board, is required at the time of filing. PROCESS NOTE : Applicants will have 7 calendar days from the on-line application submission date to submit a copy of the Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) Certificate. A copy of the certificate may be attached to the on-line application at the time of filing or delivered to the Personnel Department at 700 East Temple Street, Room 100, Los Angeles, CA 90012. Applicants who fail to submit this document within the time required will not be considered further in this examination and their applications will not be processed. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE WHERE TO APPLY Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the "Apply" icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity for Open Competitive Examinations and at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity/promotionaljobs for Promotional Examinations. APPLICATION DEADLINE This examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received. For administrative purposes, filing may close periodically and reopen the following day. SELECTION PROCESS Examination Weight: Application Review = 100% This examination will consist entirely of an application review by Personnel Department staff to ensure that applicants meet the minimum requirements for the job. NOTES : 1. This examination is based on a validation study. 2. Some positions in the Department of Animal Services may require Veterinary Technicians to provide their own automobile, properly insured, for use in City service. Mileage will be paid according to established rates. 3. As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf. 4. Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin. 5. The promotional list will ordinarily be used ahead of the open competitive list. However, if open competitive candidates receive a higher score, without military credits, than the highest available promotional candidate, after adding 0.25 of a point seniority credit for each year of continuous classified service, the Civil Service Commission, upon request of the appointing authority, may approve certification of such open competitive candidates ahead of the promotional candidates. 6. A final average score of 70% is required to be placed on the eligible list. 7. In conjunction with Civil Service Rules, applicants who have received a regular appointment to a City position or are on a reserve list will be considered Promotional candidates while all other applicants will be considered Open candidates. 8. Some positions may require a valid California driver's license prior to appointment. Applicants will be disqualified and not eligible for hire if within the past 36 months they were convicted of a major moving violation, such as driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, and may be disqualified if there are three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents within the past 36 months. 9. You may file for this examination once every 180 days during the administration of this examination. Your name may be removed from the eligible list after six months. NOTICE : If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN BOTH ON AN INTERDEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL AND AN OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER For additional information and FAQs regarding the City's hiring process, please go to: http://per.lacity.org/index.cfm?content=employmenttestingprocess There are many things to consider in a new employer. Visit the following webpage to view benefits the City of Los Angeles offers its employees: http://per.lacity.org/bens/index.html Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Jul 14, 2024
Full Time
DUTIES ANNUAL SALARY $54,496 to $79,698 In some positions, higher salaries are paid for night work and for certain assignments. NOTE : Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. DUTIES A Veterinary Technician assists a Veterinarian by performing routine and subprofessional duties in the medical or surgical treatment of animals at the City's animal shelters or spay and neuter clinics, performs euthanasia-by-injection and immunizations under the direction of a licensed Veterinarian, administers emergency medical treatment to injured animals, and does related work. NOTE : Veterinary Technicians must be available to be assigned to any one of the shelters located throughout the City and may be required to work days or nights any five of a seven day workweek. REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S) A Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certificate, issued by the State of California Veterinary Medical Board, is required at the time of filing. PROCESS NOTE : Applicants will have 7 calendar days from the on-line application submission date to submit a copy of the Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) Certificate. A copy of the certificate may be attached to the on-line application at the time of filing or delivered to the Personnel Department at 700 East Temple Street, Room 100, Los Angeles, CA 90012. Applicants who fail to submit this document within the time required will not be considered further in this examination and their applications will not be processed. WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE WHERE TO APPLY Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the "Apply" icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity for Open Competitive Examinations and at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity/promotionaljobs for Promotional Examinations. APPLICATION DEADLINE This examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received. For administrative purposes, filing may close periodically and reopen the following day. SELECTION PROCESS Examination Weight: Application Review = 100% This examination will consist entirely of an application review by Personnel Department staff to ensure that applicants meet the minimum requirements for the job. NOTES : 1. This examination is based on a validation study. 2. Some positions in the Department of Animal Services may require Veterinary Technicians to provide their own automobile, properly insured, for use in City service. Mileage will be paid according to established rates. 3. As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf. 4. Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin. 5. The promotional list will ordinarily be used ahead of the open competitive list. However, if open competitive candidates receive a higher score, without military credits, than the highest available promotional candidate, after adding 0.25 of a point seniority credit for each year of continuous classified service, the Civil Service Commission, upon request of the appointing authority, may approve certification of such open competitive candidates ahead of the promotional candidates. 6. A final average score of 70% is required to be placed on the eligible list. 7. In conjunction with Civil Service Rules, applicants who have received a regular appointment to a City position or are on a reserve list will be considered Promotional candidates while all other applicants will be considered Open candidates. 8. Some positions may require a valid California driver's license prior to appointment. Applicants will be disqualified and not eligible for hire if within the past 36 months they were convicted of a major moving violation, such as driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, and may be disqualified if there are three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents within the past 36 months. 9. You may file for this examination once every 180 days during the administration of this examination. Your name may be removed from the eligible list after six months. NOTICE : If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN BOTH ON AN INTERDEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL AND AN OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER For additional information and FAQs regarding the City's hiring process, please go to: http://per.lacity.org/index.cfm?content=employmenttestingprocess There are many things to consider in a new employer. Visit the following webpage to view benefits the City of Los Angeles offers its employees: http://per.lacity.org/bens/index.html Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Solano County, CA
Fairfield, California, United States
WHY JOIN US AT SOLANO COUNTY? COMMITMENT TO SERVICE: Our mission is to serve the people and to provide a safe and healthy place to live, learn, work and play. We serve the public in many different ways, including: Providing primary medical, dental, alcohol, drug and mental health services to residents, including the uninsured, low-income, and medically underserved Providing law enforcement services in the unincorporated area of the county Protecting the community from public health threats such as communicable diseases Coordinating countywide responses to domestic violence and terrorism or other emergencies Managing the criminal justice process after arrest (jail, prosecution, probation) Supporting other local governments through efficient property tax collection as mandated by the State, County and local jurisdictions; and, Administration and enforcement of Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to environmental health, building construction, and land use planning OUR EMPLOYEES: Our diverse workforce is committed to fulfilling this mission and does so by exemplifying our IDEAL Core Values, engaging in our day to day work of serving the public with Integrity, Dignity, Excellence, Accountability, and Leadership. To learn more about Solano County, please visit: www.solanocounty.com WHY WE EXIST To Protect and Serve the Community! The Sheriff’s office is dedicated to the protection and well-being of every person in Solano County by providing excellent community service. The values of the Sheriff’s Office are to bring: Professionalism: Performing to the highest standards with integrity, ethical behavior and accountability. Trust: Confidence in the character and ability to meet expectations. Courage: To persevere with mental and moral strength in the face of difficulty. Innovation: Embrace and inspire creativity to apply better solutions that accomplish goals and outcomes. Teamwork: Unified collaboration to accomplish common goals without regard to personal agendas. Service: Providing professional assistance in support of the community's best interests and well-being. Respect: To value and embrace individuality with special regard to differences. To learn more about the Sheriff's Office please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/depts/sheriff/default.asp THE POSITION: The Animal Care Supervisor & Veterinary Technician plans, coordinates, supervises, and participates in daily operations and activities of the animal shelter, to include supervising assigned staff and maintaining, cleaning and providing care for animals in the shelter. The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises. Click here for Animal Care Supervisor & Veterinary Technician Job Description EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience in animal care/handling, animal shelter operations, and/or veterinary office operations, to include one (1) year of work in a lead or supervisory role. AND College level course work or vocational training in veterinary medicine and animal handling. Special Requirements: Possession of valid Registered Veterinarian Technician’s license is required. Possession of valid Euthanasia Certification is required. Must receive pre-exposure rabies vaccination within three months of appointment. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: Incumbents are required to work holidays and rotational weekends. The Sheriff's Department will conduct a thorough background check and a reference check on candidates prior to appointment to a position within this class. As part of the background investigation, candidates will be required to submit a completed Personal History Statement (PHS). At this time, candidates are encouraged to view the requirements of the of the PHS by visiting https://post.ca.gov/, clicking on "FORMS", then selecting "Personal History Statement- Public Safety Dispatcher." DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid Registered Veterinarian Technician's license AND a valid Euthanasia Certification are required for this position . All candidates must submit a copy of their certificates by the final filing deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their documents by the application review date may be disqualified from the recruitment. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained. How to Submit Your Documents In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com . Be sure to include the recruitment title (Animal Care Supervisor & Veterinary Technician) and the recruitment number (24-425040-01) in your email or fax. APPLICATION REVIEW DATE: 10/03/24- 5:00pm (PST) - Deadline to submit application and required documents for first application review. Applications will be reviewed every three weeks thereafter as needed. Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced. All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change. RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees. HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, licenses, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the application review date. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application. You will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application. Please ensure any experience you believe qualifies you for the job is reflected in your application’s employment history. When completing employment details, do not write "see resume", as resumes will not be reviewed and this will be considered an incomplete application. Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment . Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time. VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE). Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons. Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran’s preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations. We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more, view our benefits summary . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Sep 22, 2024
Full Time
WHY JOIN US AT SOLANO COUNTY? COMMITMENT TO SERVICE: Our mission is to serve the people and to provide a safe and healthy place to live, learn, work and play. We serve the public in many different ways, including: Providing primary medical, dental, alcohol, drug and mental health services to residents, including the uninsured, low-income, and medically underserved Providing law enforcement services in the unincorporated area of the county Protecting the community from public health threats such as communicable diseases Coordinating countywide responses to domestic violence and terrorism or other emergencies Managing the criminal justice process after arrest (jail, prosecution, probation) Supporting other local governments through efficient property tax collection as mandated by the State, County and local jurisdictions; and, Administration and enforcement of Federal, State, and Local laws and policies pertaining to environmental health, building construction, and land use planning OUR EMPLOYEES: Our diverse workforce is committed to fulfilling this mission and does so by exemplifying our IDEAL Core Values, engaging in our day to day work of serving the public with Integrity, Dignity, Excellence, Accountability, and Leadership. To learn more about Solano County, please visit: www.solanocounty.com WHY WE EXIST To Protect and Serve the Community! The Sheriff’s office is dedicated to the protection and well-being of every person in Solano County by providing excellent community service. The values of the Sheriff’s Office are to bring: Professionalism: Performing to the highest standards with integrity, ethical behavior and accountability. Trust: Confidence in the character and ability to meet expectations. Courage: To persevere with mental and moral strength in the face of difficulty. Innovation: Embrace and inspire creativity to apply better solutions that accomplish goals and outcomes. Teamwork: Unified collaboration to accomplish common goals without regard to personal agendas. Service: Providing professional assistance in support of the community's best interests and well-being. Respect: To value and embrace individuality with special regard to differences. To learn more about the Sheriff's Office please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/depts/sheriff/default.asp THE POSITION: The Animal Care Supervisor & Veterinary Technician plans, coordinates, supervises, and participates in daily operations and activities of the animal shelter, to include supervising assigned staff and maintaining, cleaning and providing care for animals in the shelter. The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises. Click here for Animal Care Supervisor & Veterinary Technician Job Description EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience in animal care/handling, animal shelter operations, and/or veterinary office operations, to include one (1) year of work in a lead or supervisory role. AND College level course work or vocational training in veterinary medicine and animal handling. Special Requirements: Possession of valid Registered Veterinarian Technician’s license is required. Possession of valid Euthanasia Certification is required. Must receive pre-exposure rabies vaccination within three months of appointment. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: Incumbents are required to work holidays and rotational weekends. The Sheriff's Department will conduct a thorough background check and a reference check on candidates prior to appointment to a position within this class. As part of the background investigation, candidates will be required to submit a completed Personal History Statement (PHS). At this time, candidates are encouraged to view the requirements of the of the PHS by visiting https://post.ca.gov/, clicking on "FORMS", then selecting "Personal History Statement- Public Safety Dispatcher." DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid Registered Veterinarian Technician's license AND a valid Euthanasia Certification are required for this position . All candidates must submit a copy of their certificates by the final filing deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their documents by the application review date may be disqualified from the recruitment. PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained. How to Submit Your Documents In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com . Be sure to include the recruitment title (Animal Care Supervisor & Veterinary Technician) and the recruitment number (24-425040-01) in your email or fax. APPLICATION REVIEW DATE: 10/03/24- 5:00pm (PST) - Deadline to submit application and required documents for first application review. Applications will be reviewed every three weeks thereafter as needed. Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced. All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change. RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees. HOW TO APPLY: Applications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, licenses, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the application review date. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application. You will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application. Please ensure any experience you believe qualifies you for the job is reflected in your application’s employment history. When completing employment details, do not write "see resume", as resumes will not be reviewed and this will be considered an incomplete application. Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment . Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time. VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS: To be eligible, applicant must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A COPY OF THE DD 214, SHOWING DISCHARGE TYPE (GENERALLY COPY 4), MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT BY THE FINAL FILING DATE (or APPLICATION REVIEW DEADLINE). Applicants who have a service connected disability must also submit a recent award letter from the VA stating they are receiving disability benefits for service connected reasons. Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general under conditions discharge shall receive five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans rated at not less than 30% disability shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran’s preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations. We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more, view our benefits summary . Closing Date/Time: Continuous
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Los Angeles, California, United States
Position/Program Information Vision : An innovative animal care and control agency with state-of-the-art facilities providing animals and residents high quality, effective, and caring service. Applications will be accepted starting July 25, 2024 This recruitment will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. Under general supervision, supervise a team of Registered Veterinary Technician and/or ancillary staff positions in the County of Los Angeles. Position Overview: As a Supervising Registered Veterinary Technician, you will play a crucial role in leading a team of Registered Veterinary Technicians and ancillary staff within the County of Los Angeles. About the Department: The County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control is one of the largest and most progressive animal control agencies in the United States. Our seven animal care centers serve over 3 million residents across 45 contract cities and unincorporated areas. We cover a diverse area of more than 3,400 square miles, providing 24/7 animal control and rescue services. Join us and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional animal care and control services. Apply today! Essential Job Functions Supervises and directs the work of assigned Registered Veterinary Technicians and ancillary staff working in animal care clinics. Assigns schedules, approves, and coordinates approved time-off, and performs other administrative supervisory duties functions, such as writing performance evaluations, for assigned staff. Trains assigned personnel on proper techniques for administering medications, the treatment of animals, general surgical procedures, and equipment use. Trains personnel on euthanasia procedures and new veterinary care techniques. Under direction of a veterinarian, provides medical care and treatment to animals by conducting physical examinations, administering medications and immunizations, and observing clinical symptoms. Monitors inventory levels of pharmaceutical supplies and equipment and assists in inventory maintenance for assigned unit. Maintains animal treatment records and monitors the feeding, care, and physical condition of animals. Performs euthanasia procedures of impounded animals. Attends meetings, as necessary. Participates in policy, procedure, and workflow discussions related to area of assignment. Provides feedback to management to facilitate establishment of protocols or practices. Requirements TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Option 1 Two (2) years of experience in the service of the County of Los Angeles as a Registered Veterinary Technician. Option 2 Three (3) years of experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician in a clinical setting and/or animal care related program. Option 3 One (1) year of experience as a full-time supervisor by providing administrative and technical* supervision to Registered Veterinary Technicians in an animal care setting. Option 4 Two (2) years of experience leading** other Registered Veterinary Technicians or veterinary assistants in a clinical setting and/or animal care related program. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working in an animal shelter as a Registered Veterinary Technician. PHYSICAL CLASS: 3 - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. LICENSE: A valid Registered Veterinary Technician Certificate issued by the California State Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine and A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Administrative and technical supervision is defined as a position with the responsibility of the quantity and quality of work performed by lower level non-supervisory staff usually three (3) to ten (10) employees. Provides direct administrative and technical supervision to include planning, assigning, and reviewing work of staff, evaluating employee performance, approving leaves of absence, counseling, and recommending discipline. Position does not regularly engage in the same work as subordinates more than 40 percent of the time. ** Leading is defined as a position that acts as team or group leader to at least two (2) or more journey or lower level employees with responsibility for assigning, coordinating, and reviewing the work, ensuring proper work methods are followed, and providing technical assistance and training. Positions spend no more than 50 percent of time performing similar duties as the positions that they lead. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of this classification, with or without a reasonable accommodation . Out-of-class work experience in the service of the County of Los Angeles will not be accepted for this examination. Additional Information OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS: The exam consists of a multiple choice and/or simulation test, weighted at 100% , assessing Management Potential, Working To High Quality Standards, Responsibility, Achievement, Willingness to Learn, Accepting Others, Showing Courtesy, Working Relationships, Analyzing Information, Learning Quickly, Compliance With Rules And Regulations, Adapting To Change, Controlling Emotions, Working Energetically, Reading Comprehension, and Deductive Reasoning. MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add aw ong@hr.lacounty.gov , sperez@animalcare.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , talentcentral@shl.com , noreply@proctoru.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS: Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred. TEST PREPARATION: Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/ . NOTE: All important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add sperez@animalcare.lacounty.gov , awong@hr.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , talentcentral@shl.com , no-reply@proctoru.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail. Test scores cannot be given over the telephone. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Animal Care and Control. HOW TO APPLY: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and minimum requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT BE sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be disqualified. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. Resumes may be added to your application but cannot be substituted for the Experience portions of the County application nor for the completion and submission of the supplemental questions. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLISION (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Department Contact Name: Sandra Perez Department Contact Phone: (562) 534-1402 Department Contact Email: SPerez@animalcare.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (562) 256-7100 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate TTY Phone: (800) 897-0077 FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. For detailed information, please click here
Jul 25, 2024
Full Time
Position/Program Information Vision : An innovative animal care and control agency with state-of-the-art facilities providing animals and residents high quality, effective, and caring service. Applications will be accepted starting July 25, 2024 This recruitment will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice. Under general supervision, supervise a team of Registered Veterinary Technician and/or ancillary staff positions in the County of Los Angeles. Position Overview: As a Supervising Registered Veterinary Technician, you will play a crucial role in leading a team of Registered Veterinary Technicians and ancillary staff within the County of Los Angeles. About the Department: The County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control is one of the largest and most progressive animal control agencies in the United States. Our seven animal care centers serve over 3 million residents across 45 contract cities and unincorporated areas. We cover a diverse area of more than 3,400 square miles, providing 24/7 animal control and rescue services. Join us and contribute to our mission of providing exceptional animal care and control services. Apply today! Essential Job Functions Supervises and directs the work of assigned Registered Veterinary Technicians and ancillary staff working in animal care clinics. Assigns schedules, approves, and coordinates approved time-off, and performs other administrative supervisory duties functions, such as writing performance evaluations, for assigned staff. Trains assigned personnel on proper techniques for administering medications, the treatment of animals, general surgical procedures, and equipment use. Trains personnel on euthanasia procedures and new veterinary care techniques. Under direction of a veterinarian, provides medical care and treatment to animals by conducting physical examinations, administering medications and immunizations, and observing clinical symptoms. Monitors inventory levels of pharmaceutical supplies and equipment and assists in inventory maintenance for assigned unit. Maintains animal treatment records and monitors the feeding, care, and physical condition of animals. Performs euthanasia procedures of impounded animals. Attends meetings, as necessary. Participates in policy, procedure, and workflow discussions related to area of assignment. Provides feedback to management to facilitate establishment of protocols or practices. Requirements TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Option 1 Two (2) years of experience in the service of the County of Los Angeles as a Registered Veterinary Technician. Option 2 Three (3) years of experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician in a clinical setting and/or animal care related program. Option 3 One (1) year of experience as a full-time supervisor by providing administrative and technical* supervision to Registered Veterinary Technicians in an animal care setting. Option 4 Two (2) years of experience leading** other Registered Veterinary Technicians or veterinary assistants in a clinical setting and/or animal care related program. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Experience working in an animal shelter as a Registered Veterinary Technician. PHYSICAL CLASS: 3 - Moderate: Includes standing or walking most of the time, with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching; includes working on irregular surfaces, occasionally lifting objects weighting over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds. LICENSE: A valid Registered Veterinary Technician Certificate issued by the California State Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine and A valid California Class C Driver's License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: * Administrative and technical supervision is defined as a position with the responsibility of the quantity and quality of work performed by lower level non-supervisory staff usually three (3) to ten (10) employees. Provides direct administrative and technical supervision to include planning, assigning, and reviewing work of staff, evaluating employee performance, approving leaves of absence, counseling, and recommending discipline. Position does not regularly engage in the same work as subordinates more than 40 percent of the time. ** Leading is defined as a position that acts as team or group leader to at least two (2) or more journey or lower level employees with responsibility for assigning, coordinating, and reviewing the work, ensuring proper work methods are followed, and providing technical assistance and training. Positions spend no more than 50 percent of time performing similar duties as the positions that they lead. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of this classification, with or without a reasonable accommodation . Out-of-class work experience in the service of the County of Los Angeles will not be accepted for this examination. Additional Information OUR ASSESSMENT PROCESS: The exam consists of a multiple choice and/or simulation test, weighted at 100% , assessing Management Potential, Working To High Quality Standards, Responsibility, Achievement, Willingness to Learn, Accepting Others, Showing Courtesy, Working Relationships, Analyzing Information, Learning Quickly, Compliance With Rules And Regulations, Adapting To Change, Controlling Emotions, Working Energetically, Reading Comprehension, and Deductive Reasoning. MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19. APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add aw ong@hr.lacounty.gov , sperez@animalcare.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , talentcentral@shl.com , noreply@proctoru.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component. TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS: Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination. This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred. TEST PREPARATION: Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary. An interactive, Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . Please click on "Find A Job" and then "Job Search Toolkit." Test preparation information is located under the "Employment Test Assistance" section. Additional online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/ . NOTE: All important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add sperez@animalcare.lacounty.gov , awong@hr.lacounty.gov , info@governmentjobs.com , talentcentral@shl.com , no-reply@proctoru.com , and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail. Test scores cannot be given over the telephone. ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: The names of candidates receiving a passing score on the examination will be placed on the eligible register and will appear in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of eligibility. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register accordingly. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Appointees may be required to work any shift including evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. VACANCY INFORMATION: The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies within the Department of Animal Care and Control. HOW TO APPLY: APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL, FAX, OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" tab for this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination and hiring process, including after appointment has been made. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or rescission of appointment. Utilizing VERBIAGE from the Class Specification and minimum requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT BE sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be disqualified. Fill out your application completely. The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the requirements. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week and description of work performed. Resumes may be added to your application but cannot be substituted for the Experience portions of the County application nor for the completion and submission of the supplemental questions. If your application is incomplete, it will be rejected. Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address. ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLISION (ARDI) The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record. Department Contact Name: Sandra Perez Department Contact Phone: (562) 534-1402 Department Contact Email: SPerez@animalcare.lacounty.gov ADA Coordinator Phone: (562) 256-7100 California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922 Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099 Alternate TTY Phone: (800) 897-0077 FAIR CHANCE INITIATIVE: The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. For detailed information, please click here
Summary This position is on the Aquatics team with a minimum starting salary of $24 per hour, depending on qualifications WHY WORK FOR WACO: Meaningful and challenging work Make a difference and improve communities Competitive Salary and Benefits Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match Education Assistance Program Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Longevity Pay And More! Chance to do work you are passionate aboutJob SecurityDesire to give back THE CITY OF WACO SEEKS: A passionate and experienced animal care professional ready to take on a leadership role to join our team. We are seeking an ambitious aquatics professional who is familiar with modern husbandry practices and collection planning and has conservation experience. Our ideal candidate is SCUBA certified and has knowledge of and experience with Life Support Systems (LSS) and Ozone filtration. Our zoo is under new leadership, and we look forward to a bright and exciting future! If you are looking for a new challenge where you can make a difference in a city with cultural attractions, a culturally diverse community with an emerging arts scene, and is situated along the Brazos River, apply now! Whether you are interested in history, culture, or outdoor activities, Waco offers something unique and interesting. Minimum Qualifications REQUIRED: Associate's Degree in Zoology, Biological Sciences, or related field Two (2) years of professional animal care work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience Experience with maintenance and operation of life support systems on both small and large systems. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License PREFERRED : Husbandry experience in a variety of marine and freshwater species of fish and invertebrates, various reptiles, and elasmobranch SCUBA Certification Instructor level preferred Specific technical skills training and state and federal certifications Specific technical skills training and state and federal certifications Upon Hire Required Position Overview Under basic supervision, manages the health and welfare of exotic and native animals in the City Zoo; supervises and trains Zookeepers and oversees daily care, husbandry, and nutrition of assigned animals. The City of Waco’s vision is to create a workplace where everyone belongs and thrives while moving forward together. We focus on service and creating a positive environment that attracts, develops, and retains employees who embrace our vision, mission, and values. We encourage our employees to share their ideas, work together, focus on service, hold each other accountable, and demonstrate stewardship. Position Responsibilities Manages the daily care, husbandry, and nutrition of assigned animals; resolves problems within scope of authority; duties may vary according to job assignment. Inspects and maintains Zoo exhibits in order to assure the health of Zoo collection, prevent spread of disease and comply with government regulations. Manages staff; prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects; trains and evaluates staff; develops staff skills and conducts performance evaluations; meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues. Performs daily rounds and evaluates the health and welfare of the animals in the City Zoo; assures compliance with rules and standards of United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Identifies animal health care issues and works with Veterinarian to develop and implement health care maintenance and treatment plans. Manages preparation and distribution of foodstuffs and nutritional supplements. Meets with Zookeepers to discuss animal health issues and preventive health measures. Monitors animal health issues, behavior and eating habits; maintains records and updates database. Monitors exhibit facilities and grounds to assure proper maintenance procedures are followed. Assists with development of plans for exhibit renovation and expansion. Manages inventory of equipment and supplies. Assists with public education and community outreach programs. May be required to respond afterhours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency. The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds. To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page .
Aug 20, 2024
Full Time
Summary This position is on the Aquatics team with a minimum starting salary of $24 per hour, depending on qualifications WHY WORK FOR WACO: Meaningful and challenging work Make a difference and improve communities Competitive Salary and Benefits Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match Education Assistance Program Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Longevity Pay And More! Chance to do work you are passionate aboutJob SecurityDesire to give back THE CITY OF WACO SEEKS: A passionate and experienced animal care professional ready to take on a leadership role to join our team. We are seeking an ambitious aquatics professional who is familiar with modern husbandry practices and collection planning and has conservation experience. Our ideal candidate is SCUBA certified and has knowledge of and experience with Life Support Systems (LSS) and Ozone filtration. Our zoo is under new leadership, and we look forward to a bright and exciting future! If you are looking for a new challenge where you can make a difference in a city with cultural attractions, a culturally diverse community with an emerging arts scene, and is situated along the Brazos River, apply now! Whether you are interested in history, culture, or outdoor activities, Waco offers something unique and interesting. Minimum Qualifications REQUIRED: Associate's Degree in Zoology, Biological Sciences, or related field Two (2) years of professional animal care work experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience Experience with maintenance and operation of life support systems on both small and large systems. Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License PREFERRED : Husbandry experience in a variety of marine and freshwater species of fish and invertebrates, various reptiles, and elasmobranch SCUBA Certification Instructor level preferred Specific technical skills training and state and federal certifications Specific technical skills training and state and federal certifications Upon Hire Required Position Overview Under basic supervision, manages the health and welfare of exotic and native animals in the City Zoo; supervises and trains Zookeepers and oversees daily care, husbandry, and nutrition of assigned animals. The City of Waco’s vision is to create a workplace where everyone belongs and thrives while moving forward together. We focus on service and creating a positive environment that attracts, develops, and retains employees who embrace our vision, mission, and values. We encourage our employees to share their ideas, work together, focus on service, hold each other accountable, and demonstrate stewardship. Position Responsibilities Manages the daily care, husbandry, and nutrition of assigned animals; resolves problems within scope of authority; duties may vary according to job assignment. Inspects and maintains Zoo exhibits in order to assure the health of Zoo collection, prevent spread of disease and comply with government regulations. Manages staff; prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects; trains and evaluates staff; develops staff skills and conducts performance evaluations; meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues. Performs daily rounds and evaluates the health and welfare of the animals in the City Zoo; assures compliance with rules and standards of United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Identifies animal health care issues and works with Veterinarian to develop and implement health care maintenance and treatment plans. Manages preparation and distribution of foodstuffs and nutritional supplements. Meets with Zookeepers to discuss animal health issues and preventive health measures. Monitors animal health issues, behavior and eating habits; maintains records and updates database. Monitors exhibit facilities and grounds to assure proper maintenance procedures are followed. Assists with development of plans for exhibit renovation and expansion. Manages inventory of equipment and supplies. Assists with public education and community outreach programs. May be required to respond afterhours, including holidays and weekends, in the event of a departmental or City-wide emergency. The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds. To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page .