CDA-Western Slope Field Veterinarian (Veterinarian I)
CDA-Western Slope Field Veterinarian (Veterinarian I)
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$ 95652 - 114780
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Department Information
- Who we are:
Agriculture is a part of all our lives. When you eat put on clothes or care for an animal--your life is touched by agriculture. Colorados food and agriculture industry generated $47 billions of economic activity in 2019 and supports nearly 5% of the states workforce. CDA is proud to be a part of such an important industry.
Mission:
The CDAs mission is to strengthen and advance Colorados agriculture; promote a safe and high-quality food supply; protect consumers; and foster responsible stewardship of the environment.
Core Values:Partnership Service Professionalism Proactivity and RespectCDA Wildly Important Goals:
To accomplish our mission CDA focuses on four wildly important goals:
Goal 1: Advancing Local Food Access
Goal 2: Expanding Water-Resilient Agriculture
Goal 3: Supporting the Next Generation in Agriculture
Goal 4: Advancing Animal Health and Welfare
We use these goals to focus and align the daily work of our staff in support of Colorado farmers and ranchers. Learn more about our Department and our wildly important goals in our performance plan on ourwebsite.
What you get from us:In addition to a great work location and rewarding and meaningful work we offer:- Strong secure yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus optional 401(k) and 457 plans()
- Medical and dental health plans ( supplemented Health Savings Account ($60 per month)
- Paid life insurance plus additional optional life insurance options
- Paid Short Term Disability and optional Long Term Disability coverage
- 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave accruals
- BenefitHubstate employee discount program
- Employee Wellness program MotivateMe
- Excellent work-life programs such as flexible schedules remote work opportunities free parking professional development and more!
To learn about the total compensation package for State government employment visit: Opportunity
The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness.The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do including hiring employment and advancement opportunities.We believe that equity diversity and inclusion drive our success and we encourage candidates from all identities backgrounds and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore in all aspects of the employment process we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy medical condition related to pregnancy creed ancestry national origin marital status genetic information or military status (with preference given to military veterans) or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Minimum Qualifications Substitutions Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
- Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application.Must attach their Colorado Veterinarian license to the application in order to qualify
This posting will be used to fill more than one vacancy.
Salary Range:
BIWEEKLY$3678.92 - $4414.62
ANNUALLY$95652.00 - $114780.00
Minimum Requirements:
Education and Experience:- A doctorate degree in veterinary medicine a current veterinarian license and current USDA Type II accreditation.
- A current Active Veterinarian License in good standing with no restrictions must be included with application materials.
- Three years experience mixed animal veterinarian practice.
- Technical skills and previous experience in veterinary computer software programs and databases.
- Fluency and/or high level of proficiency in a second language such as Spanish.
- Knowledge and experience in varied practice sectors including food animals small ruminants equine companion animals and knowledge of poultry and exotic animals such as psittacine birds reptiles fish and other domestic mammals.
- Must maintain a current Veterinarian License in good standing with no restrictions
- Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Drivers License with the ability to independently travel
- Ability to operate a vehicle with a trailer attachment.
- Ability to work with animal carcasses
- Clear understanding of veterinary practice and disease control in livestock
- Ability to work with Law Enforcement
- Excellent interpersonal communication and public speaking skills.
- Project management skills: ability to multitask problem-solve prioritize create systems and processes and collaborate with and engage others.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple priorities and able to react and adjust quickly to changing conditions.
- Detail oriented.
- Ability to write detail-oriented reports based on analysis.
- Excellent communication skills; able to communicate effectively and articulately in writing and orally with diverse communities in all corners of the state.
- Work well under pressure.
- Strong relationship management skills and excellent representation of the department in community interactions.
- A proven track record for developing and maintaining trusted relationships with stakeholders and industry experts.
- Excellent negotiation and consensus building skills.
- Proactive approaches to problem-solving and with strong decision-making capability.
- Highly resourceful team-player with the ability to also be extremely effective independently.
Important Information:Part of or the entire selection process for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application materials. Therefore it is paramount that in the experience portion of your application you describe the extent that you possess the education experience and competencies outlined in the job announcement as well as the special and/or preferred qualifications. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may prevent you from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.Please submit the following:- Online application (completed fully) describing how you meet the minimum qualifications
- OR If you are not able to submit an online application a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application. Paper applications must be received (either by US mail or email to by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.
- DD214 (if applicable)
- Unofficial copy of transcripts (if applicable)
Factors that will be assessed:- Technical Competence Technical experience as it relates to the duties outlined in this job announcement.
- Depth and Breadth of Experience Experience that covers multiple areas outlined in this job announcement. Experience should be varied and not one dimensional and demonstrate a wide range of community involvement.
- Job Fit Experience will be evaluated to determine how well your past experience aligns with and meets the business needs of this position. Current experience is preferred.
APPEAL RIGHTS:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email () postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street 4th Floor Denver CO 80203) or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the departments action.For more information about the appeals process the official appeal form and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at ; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1 State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Directors Administrative Procedures Chapter 8 Resolution of Appeals and Disputes atunder Rules. Supplemental Information
- ImportantInformation:Part of or the entire exam for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application material. Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore additional informationmay notbe solicited or accepted after your application has been received. Thereforeit is very important that you clearly describe all of your relevant experience on the application itself. Applications left blank or marked SEE RESUME will not be considered.All applications that are received by the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement by a Human Resources Specialist. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
ADAAA Accommodations: Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation please contact by phone or email at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information including medical documentation regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.The Department of Agriculture is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment including completing the application process interviewing completing any pre-employment testing participating in the employee selection process and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position please direct your inquiries to Mary Hunt at or call .Toll Free Applicant Technical Support:If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second close the document before you attempt upload (attach) it.E-VerifyCDA uses e-Verify an Internet-based system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify including your rights and responsibilities.TollFree Applicant Support - Technical HelpIf you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with technical issues.
Employment Type
Full-Time
