Domestic Animal Health Inspector

Are you a veterinary health expert eager to apply your knowledge and expertise in the thrilling realm of horse racing? The Department of Agriculture is on the lookout for qualified individuals to fill Domestic Animal Health Inspector roles, where you will collaborate closely with Commission and Federal veterinarians. Your vital contributions will help uphold the standards, regulations, and policies set forth by the Pennsylvania State Horse Racing Commission. Do not miss out on this chance to advance your career-submit your application today!

As a Domestic Animal Health Inspector, your role would be situated within the Bureau of Horse Racing, operating under the guidance of the Veterinarian Medical Field Officer (VMFO). In this capacity, you would engage in collaborative efforts with both Commission and Federal veterinarians, as well as various stakeholders, to ensure adherence to the established Commission Rules and Regulations. Your responsibilities would include assisting the VMFO in the collection of blood samples from horses for Pre-Race and Post-Race Testing, along with managing all related administrative tasks necessary for submitting these samples to the laboratory. This process entails preparing the samples by spinning them down before packaging them for shipment.

In the case of a domestic animal health emergency, you would be tasked with supporting the Bureau of Animal Health by performing critical functions such as collecting samples for diagnostic analysis, conducting inspections, and fulfilling compliance obligations. Your work would also focus on promoting standards aimed at eradicating diseases that affect economically significant domestic animals. This role requires direct interaction with animals, which may involve the application of physical and chemical restraints, as well as the collection of tissue specimens for laboratory testing. Additionally, you would inspect facilities where animals are housed, sold, or processed to ensure they meet cleanliness standards, quarantine restrictions, licensing requirements, and other measures for animal disease control. Your evaluations would also extend to assessing animals for potential indemnification related to industry losses stemming from regulatory actions. This position demands a significant degree of independence while fostering cooperation with other state and federal agencies within your designated geographical area. Your work would be subject to review by Veterinarian Medical Field Officers through various means, including conferences, reports, and direct observations of your completed tasks.

You may also be required to undertake additional duties as assigned by your supervisor, as deemed necessary.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Graduation from an approved Veterinary Medical Technology Training program and two (2) years of experience in the raising or handling of animals used for a variety of commercial purposes including food animals and farm animals; or
• A bachelor's degree in Biology, Animal Science, Dairy Science, Poultry Science, or a closely related area with at least 16 credits in animal science; or
• An equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

Special Requirement:

• Possession of a valid class C driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Current certification as a Poultry Technician or the ability to gain certification during the probationary period.

Post-Employment Requirement:

• This position will require possession of a Commission Employee License once hired.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.