Field Veterinarian

Job Description

Food and Agriculture is one of the largest industries in Michigan. Grow with us and make a difference!

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 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.

Candidate must reside in Allegan, Berrien, Cass, Muskegon, Oceana, Ottawa, or Van Buren counties, or within ten miles, or willing to relocate within 12 months of hire.

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 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.

• 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 pertaining to the detection and eradication of disease, including one year of experience equivalent to a Veterinarian P11.

This position offers a 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.

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

• 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

A valid Driver’s License is preferred.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.