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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Field Officer - Philadelphia Park Racetrack in Pennsylvania
Veterinary Medical Field Officer - Philadelphia Park Racetrack
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Veterinary Medical Field Officer - Philadelphia Park Racetrack
Salary
$43.25 - $65.76 Hourly
Location
Bucks County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-79778-53220
Department
Department of Agriculture
Division
AG Phila Prk Rctrk
Opening Date
04/18/2024
Closing Date
4/28/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
53220
Position Number
50371074
Union
Non-Union
Bargaining Unit
B3
Pay Group
ST10
Bureau / Division Code
00043171
Bureau / Division
Philadelphia Park Racetrack
Worksite Address
3255 Richlieu Road
City
Bensalem, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
19020
Contact Name
Zachary Bender
Contact Email
RA-OACEINTAKESEC@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2024-79778-53220. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM MARCH 27, 2024 TO APRIL 9, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.
Are you a USDA accredited State Board Licensed Veterinarian with at least one year of experience? If you are passionate about working in the field of veterinary medicine, this opportunity at the Philadelphia Park Racetrack (Parx) could be the perfect fit for you. As a Veterinary Medical Field Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the health and well-being of the horses involved in racing activities. Join our team of dedicated professionals and make a positive impact in the world of equine medicine!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In your role, you will oversee medical procedures related to thoroughbred or standardbred racing. Your responsibilities will include supervising the Bleeder Medication Program and test barn activities, as well as providing regulatory veterinary expertise at racetracks. Additionally, you will be responsible for administering programs under the Bureau of Animal Health and Diagnostic Services. This will involve ensuring compliance with laws and regulations mandated by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture in order to effectively monitor and control animal diseases in the region. Your expertise and supervision will play a crucial role in maintaining the health and safety of animals involved in racing activities. By upholding regulatory standards and implementing necessary programs, you will contribute to the overall well-being of the animals and the integrity of the racing industry.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding the duties of this position may be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50371074) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment.
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
This is a vendor-controlled position, meaning work schedules are subject to change based on the racing schedule.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year of farm animal and/or poultry practice experience as a USDA accredited veterinarian.
Special Requirement:
Possession of a license to practice veterinary medicine as issued by a state board of veterinary medical examiners.
Other Requirements:
PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currentlywaived for this title.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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).
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.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
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/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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CS-INSTRUCTIONS - SINGLE/DOUBLE FER, CERTIFICATION, ETC. You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
Yes
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Do you possess a valid license to practice veterinary medicine as issued by the state board of veterinary examiners?
Yes
No
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If yes, please submit your USDA accreditation number and expiration date.
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Do you possess one or more years of full-time farm animal and/or poultry experience as a USDA accredited veterinarian?
Yes
No
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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov