Veterinarian Senior Veterinarian

Pay Range: To maintain internal equity we have identified the starting range for this position at the Oakland Zoo to be between $107424 - $130000.An offer within this range will be determined by the experience and qualifications of a candidate and will be our best and final compensation offer.

Application deadline: 31 January 2026

Position Summary

TheâVeterinarian/Senior Veterinarianâserves as a leadership position within the Oakland Zoo Veterinary Services team and plays a critical role in supporting Oakland Zoos mission of exceptional animal care and conservation. Operating within a state-of-the-art 17000 sq. ft. veterinary hospital closely with a team of veterinary professionals (3 veterinarians 4 veterinary technicians and 3 hospital keepers) this position combines high-level clinical practice with other paraclinical duties.

Advanced clinicians in this position will assume a working manager role with departmental management leadership and mentorship responsibilities based on experience and departmental needs.âThis would include sharing responsibility for both executing and overseeing clinical veterinary services while also supporting the strategic operational and regulatory functions of the department.

Essential Job Duties

Clinical and Operational Duties

• Deliver high-qualitycomprehensivedaily clinical medical care to a wide variety of zoological species.

• Provide emergency and after-hourscare as part of an on-call rotation.

• Participate in and co-manage the Emergency Immobilization Team (EIT).

• Implementpreventativemedicineprograms includinghealthexams dental care parasite control nutritional assessments vaccinations and disease surveillance.

• Collaborate with veterinary and medical specialists on complex cases.

• Perform gross necropsies prepare pathology reports and develop preventative care recommendations.

• Maintainaccurate professionalmedicalrecords using the TRACKS system.

• Contribute to conservation and research efforts through data and sample collection.

• Mentor veterinary students externsvolunteers and other observers.

• Participate in marketing media engagements and be open to public-facing educational opportunities asappropriateandrequested.

Administrative and Leadership Duties(Responsibilities based on experienceand departmental needs)

• Ensure compliance with AZA AAZV USDA OSHA and all relevant regulatory standards.

• Review update and develop medical and operational protocols (e.g. quarantine biosecurity emergency procedures).

• Create quarantine and pre-shipment protocols for incoming and outgoing animals.

• Oversee the veterinary preventive medicine program.

• Oversee the 4th year clinical veterinary externship program.

• Participate in and represent the Veterinary Department in interdepartmental collaboration on animal care husbandry welfare and planning.

• Prepare reports case studies and deliver presentations to both professional and public audiences

• Responsible for annual keeper zoonotic disease training.

• Assistinmaintaininghospital facilities equipment and supplies in excellent working order.

• Lead or support special projects and initiatives based on departmental needs.

âââWho You Are

• DVM degree or equivalent from an accredited school of veterinary medicine or ECFVG Certificate if a foreign veterinary graduate

• Current California veterinary license(must beacquiredwithin 6 months of hire)

• Minimum4years of experience in zoological medicine or related field

• USDA category II accreditation to certify health for interstate and international transport of animals

• Strong clinical and surgical skills with a broad range of taxa

• Valid Drivers License andgood drivingrecord (ability to obtain authorization from the Zoos Insurance Carrier)

• Able to work weekends holidays and occasional after-hours assignments

Bonus if you

• Are ACZM Board Certified orboardeligible or have another associated advanced degree

• Possess a current DEA license

Knowledge Skills and QualitiesMay be representative but not all-inclusive of those knowledge skills and abilities commonly associated with this position.

• Collaboration builds trusting relationships with both internal and external stakeholders across our organization and community-wide and approaches differences of opinion with curiosity and humility.

• Communication communicates respectfully and effectively with stakeholders across identities both verbally and in writing

• Dependabilitydemonstratestrustworthiness and reliability including while working with little or no direct supervision

• Enjoyment finds joy in ones work approaches tasks with thoughtfulness & intentionality and fosters collective well-being by embracing the unique skills and qualities of colleagues.

• Flexibility nimbly adapts to evolving priorities and urgent needs; handles intervals of high pressure whilemaintainingperspective and humor

• Inclusive Culture- fosters a culture of mutual respect transparency collaboration and belonging which allows all employees to feel appreciated included and valued.

• Solution-oriented utilizesan open-minded and strengths-based approach to finding solutions for complex challenges

• Sustainability oriented toward the mission and values of the Oakland Zoo and able to put those into practice by finding creative and resourceful ways to develop sustainable practices within your role and department

• Passion wholeheartedly believes inrepresents andmodels Oakland Zoos mission and PRIDE values at all times

• Wildlife Aware- understands mission to support the conservation and welfare of animals at The Zoo locally and isdemonstratedby a willingness/passion to reflect this mission in all actions and to continue to learn how totake actionfor wildlife

Work EnvironmentEnvironmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• Work in indoor and outdoor environments in various weather conditions.

Physical Considerations- The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Able to bend and twist lift 50 lbs. stand kneel sit walk bend stoop and speak regularly and for 8-hour shifts

Benefits:

Oakland Zoo offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision and life insurance flexible spendingaccount 403b retirementplan paid time off employeeassistanceprograma familyzoo membership and more.

Who We Are

Oakland Zoo (managed by The Conservation Society of California) is an award-winning facility stretching100 acresand overlooking the city of Oakland atop the hills of beautiful Knowland mission is to inspire respect for and stewardship of the natural world while providing a quality visitor an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA)The Zoois part of the largest conservation organization in the employees take PRIDE in our values of being Positive Respectful Inquisitive Driven and Effective members of a team who places the care of our animals stewardship of the natural environment and the experience of our guests at the forefront of all that we do.

Oakland Zoos Commitment to Diversity Equity Inclusion & Access

We believe that all people should have safe access tothe Zooand culturally relevant and responsive experiences with our staff programs and curriculum. Oakland Zoo is also striving to createan equitableand inclusive internal culture where all staff members feel represented and valued for their identities and lived experiences. We examine how power bias race and other aspects of identityimpactour organization. We work to build a culture of continuous learning and improvement toward a vision of equity and belonging for all staff. We are looking for team members who can actively join us in this process. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community in which we exist and strongly encourage people of color LGBTQidentifyingfolks and women to apply.

The Conservation Society of California is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion national or ethnic origin sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age disability protected veteran status marital status or other characteristics protected by law. The Conservation Society of California also promotes respect for all people and will not tolerate harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Oakland Zoo participates in E-Verify to verify work authorization.

Required Experience:

Senior IC