Veterinarian ; Field​/Intermittent

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The Animal Industry Division (AID) of the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is committed to protecting, regulating, and promoting 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 purpose of this position is to protect human and animal health, to promote and protect Michigan animal industries, and to assure the public of quality, healthy animals, including food animals, equine, cervidae, exotic animals, and companion animals.

This position functions as a general field veterinarian handling the most complex inspections, investigations, and training.

The selected candidate must reside in one of the following counties:
Gratiot, Genesee, Saginaw, Shiawassee, Tuscola, Huron, Sanilac, Lapeer, or St Clair, OR within ten miles, OR be willing to relocate within 12 months of hire.

Possession of a doctorate degree in veterinary medicine.

One year of professional experience performing veterinary services involving the inspection of animals for the purpose of enforcing state and federal regulations pertinent to the detection and eradication of disease, including one year of experience equivalent to a Veterinarian P11.

• DEA License for Controlled Substances
• Michigan Board of Pharmacy Controlled Substance License
• USDA Veterinary Accreditation
• USDA Certification for Cervidae TB Testing
• Negative Tuberculosis Test (Intradermal, Mantous) Annually
• License to practice veterinary medicine in Michigan (required)
• Valid Driver’s License (preferred)

One-time sign‑on bonus of up to $5,000, at the discretion of the employer. This bonus requires a minimum one‑year commitment and must be paid back in full if not met.

Please attach a cover letter, resume, and official college transcripts to your application. 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 will be used to verify responses to supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.

Your application does not guarantee contact by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only applicants interviewed will be notified of results.

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 $125.8 billion food and agriculture system; preserve the environment for farmers;

and protect consumers by enforcing laws related 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.