Assistant State Veterinarian and CWD Coordinator
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Assistant State Veterinarian and CWD Coordinator
Salary
$48.25 - $70.92 Hourly
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Job Number
7901-25-AID-011
Department
Agriculture and Rural Development
Opening Date
06/04/2025
Closing Date
6/18/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Description
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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 function of the division is to administer programs to protect the health and safety of livestock and domestic animals in Michigan. These programs also protect food safety, public health, and the economic viability of animal industries. The employee functions as a first-line professional manager of professional positions in a complex work area receiving Division, Bureau, and Department executive direction. Duties include:
As an Assistant State Veterinarian and the Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Program Coordinator, this position carries out functions under the Division Director that include leadership and performance of administrative functions; coordination of staff to implement and manage program objectives and initiatives; and, public and industry commitments.
Contributes to the development and enforcement of laws, policy, and supervises activities that pertain to the health and welfare of animals in Michigan.
The position is an integral member of the division's Leadership Team, working cooperatively with the Division/Bureau Directors, the Department Executive Office, Legislature and key stakeholder agencies to accomplish department goals and objectives and enhance program services
Position Description (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/PD%20-%20Vet%20Mgr%2015%20AsstStVetCWDCoord%20-%20062124.pdf)
The official work location for this position is Deborah A. Stabenow Building in Lansing, MI. This position may offer some agreed upon remote work arrangement.
About MDARD:
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 .
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a doctorate degree in veterinary medicine.
Experience
Three years of professional experience equivalent to a Veterinarian 12, two years equivalent to a Veterinarian Manager 13 or Veterinary Specialist 13, or one year equivalent to a Veterinarian Manager 14 or Veterinary Specialist 14.
Additional Requirements and Information
Click the following link to view competitive benefit packages the State of Michigan offers!
MiCSC - Employee Benefits (https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/0,4614,7-147-6876_54227_54242---,00.html)
Please attach a cover letter, resume and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application. For our purposes, "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 provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
Possession of a license to practice veterinary medicine in Michigan is required.
The position may require the following:
DEA License for Controlled Substances
Michigan Board of Pharmacy Controlled Substance License
USDA Veterinary Accreditation
This position may be required to be FDA commissioned or credentialed or attain similar status with other agencies.
A valid Driver's License is preferred.
View the entire job specification at:http://www.michigan.gov/documents/VeterinarianManager_13003_7.pdf
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day eac
