Veterinarian, Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services

The Division of Environmental Health, part of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, works to prevent and manage illnesses and injuries caused by environmental and workplace health risks. With a team of 1,000 professionals, the Division conducts outreach, education, surveillance, and enforcement across a wide range of areas, including environmental investigations, lead poisoning prevention, occupational health, injury prevention, food safety, childcare, radiation control, water and air quality, climate, vector control, veterinary public health, and pest management.

The Office of Veterinary Public Health Services is dedicated to safeguarding the health of New York City residents and visitors by preventing animal-borne diseases and reducing related hazards and nuisances. Through effective animal control and regulation, we work to ensure a safe and healthy urban environment. The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene seeks a dedicated and experienced veterinarian to support its mission of protecting both human and animal communities, which is grounded in the recognition that human, animal, and environmental health are interconnected.

• Monitoring and investigation of reported cases of animal bite exposures, review of animal health certificates and related documents.
• Monitoring and conducting site visits of Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC), spay and neuter providers and other permitted holding facilities to maintain compliance with regulations and contract of services.
• Developing and/or implementing policies related to animal handling facilities.
• Conducting investigations of diseases at permitted animal holding facilities.
• Advising/consulting with veterinarians & public health officials on veterinary public health issues.
• Administering the department's Animal Handling Course veterinary module or related trainings.
• Making recommendations and assisting the Director in the formulation of services for ACC shelter operations and/or other animal services provided to the Health Department.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited institution
• Basic knowledge of public health principles and animal welfare regulations
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary team

• Loan Forgiveness:
  As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)
• Benefits:
  City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
• a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
• additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
• a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
• a tax-deferred savings program and
• a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Work From Home Policy:
  Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
• Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our…