Assistant State Veterinarian And CWD Coordinator - (Vet Manager 15)

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About this Position:

The Animal Industry Division (AID) of the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is committed to protect, regulate, and promote animal health. In doing so public health, animal health and well-being and animal industries are safeguarded through collaborative efforts and implementation of effective programs.

The function of the division is to administer programs to protect the health and safety of livestock and domestic animals in Michigan. These programs also protect food safety, public health, and the economic viability of animal industries. The employee functions as a first-line professional manager of professional positions in a complex work area receiving Division, Bureau, and Department executive direction. Duties include:

• As an Assistant State Veterinarian and the Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Program Coordinator, this position carries out functions under the Division Director that include leadership and performance of administrative functions; coordination of staff to implement and manage program objectives and initiatives; and, public and industry commitments.

• Contributes to the development and enforcement of laws, policy, and supervises activities that pertain to the health and welfare of animals in Michigan.

• The position is an integral member of the division's Leadership Team, working cooperatively with the Division/Bureau Directors, the Department Executive Office, Legislature and key stakeholder agencies to accomplish department goals and objectives and enhance program services

Position Description

The official work location for this position is Constitution Hall in Lansing, MI.  This position may offer some agreed upon remote work arrangement.

About MDARD:

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is comprised of four bureaus that use a customer-driven, solution-oriented approach to cultivate and expand new economic opportunities for the food and agricultural sector; safeguard the public's food supply; inspect and enforce sound animal health practices; control and eradicate plant pests and diseases threatening the $104.7 billion food and agriculture system; preserve the environment by which the farming community makes their living and feeds consumers; and protect consumers by enforcing laws relating to weights and measures.

MDARD offers a positive work-life balance with optional hybrid work options and flexible work schedules. Department leaders support a great team culture and are committed to professional development.

MDARD is committed to a department-wide diversity, equity, and inclusion program that builds upon our values and invests in our employees. We provide an inclusive culture through involvement and empowerment, where the inherent worth and dignity of all people are recognized.

Education

Possession of a doctorate degree in veterinary medicine.

Experience

Three years of professional experience equivalent to a Veterinarian 12, two years equivalent to a Veterinarian Manager 13 or Veterinary Specialist 13, or one year equivalent to a Veterinarian Manager 14 or Veterinary Specialist 14.

Click the following link to view competitive benefit packages the State of Michigan offers!

MiCSC - Employee Benefits

Please attach a cover letter, resume and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application.  For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.

Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration.  Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

Possession of a license to practice veterinary medicine in Michigan is required.

The position may require the following:  

DEA License for Controlled Substances

Michigan Board of Pharmacy Controlled Substance License

USDA Veterinary Accreditation

This position may be required to be FDA commissioned or credentialed or attain similar status with other agencies.

A valid Driver's License is preferred.

View the entire job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/VeterinarianManager_13003_7.pdf