Veterinary Specialist-3, Public Health Veterinarian
Veterinary Specialist-3, Public Health Veterinarian
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Job Description
The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities services and programs that promote a healthy safe and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity respect and fairness. For more information please visit our MDHHS Diversity Equity and Inclusion Plan.
This position is the State Public Health Veterinarian serving as the subject matter expert for the preparedness
surveillance mitigation and outbreak response activities across a wide range of infectious diseases including (but not
limited to) zoonoses arboviruses emerging pathogens and multi-drug resistant organisms. This position serves as a key
leader in the state health departments infectious disease prevention and response efforts bringing specialized expertise in
veterinary medicine to address the critical intersection of animal and human health through a One Health approach. This
position has a focus on zoonotic and emerging infections and is the subject matter expert for state-level infectious disease
outbreak responses and shaping public health strategies. As a primary subject matter expert the position is the point of
contact resource for both in-state and out-of-state animal health partners federal agencies academic institutions
healthcare providers and local health departments. This position is vital in safeguarding public health in Michigan and
advancing collaborative solutions to complex infectious disease challenges as part of the states infectious disease
leadership team.This position is housed within the MDHHS Division of Emerging Infectious Diseases. As the subject matter expert for
infectious disease prevention and response activities this position works across the Bureau of Infectious Disease
Prevention and the Public Health Administration of MDHHS as well as other state agencies such as the Department of
Agriculture and Rural Development and the Department of Natural Resources. This position is instrumental in statewide
infectious and zoonotic disease response efforts supporting MDHHS and all 45 local health jurisdictions to safeguard the
health of Michigans nearly 10 million residents.Click here to view the Position Description & here to view the Job Specification
To be considered for this position you must:
- Apply for this position online viaNEOGOV; click on Apply in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
- Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
- Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employmentshould include month and year and hours per week.
- Attach a cover letter.
- If applicable attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based internet or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date and the registrars signature.
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here: Instructions
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a doctorate degree in veterinary medicine.Experience
Three years of professional experience equivalent to a Veterinarian P11 two years equivalent to a Veterinarian 12 or one year equivalent to a Veterinary Specialist 13.Additional Requirements and Information
Possession of a license to practice veterinary medicine in Michigan.
NOTE:Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge skills and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Position Location/Remote Office: The physical location of this position is 333 S. Grand Ave. Lansing MI 48933. Based on operational needs and within established limits remote work and alternate or hybrid work schedule requests for this position may be considered. Selected candidates who have been approved to work remotely or a hybrid schedule must complete that work within Michigan. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.Employees will be provided computers to perform state work. Phones may also be provided for necessary communications. If working remotely employees will be responsible for providing other components of a remote office at their own expense including:
- A secure work location that allows privacy and prevents distractions.
- A high-speed internet connection of at least 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.
- Suitable lighting furniture and utilities.
Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including but not limited to responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.
As a Condition of Employment:this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check. If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.
TheDepartment of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
For information about this specific position please email . Please reference the job posting number in subject line.
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Accommodations
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.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
