Reference #: 4605849 THE POSITION Are you interested in shaping Pennsylvania's animal disease control future? The Department of Agriculture seeks a dedicated, and motivated individual to work alongside state and federal veterinarians in upholding laws, investigating disease outbreaks, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Seize this chance for a rewarding career in public service with opportunities for professional advancement!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this role, you will work with state and federal veterinarians, and other health professionals and stakeholders in conducting epidemiological investigations to determine domestic animal exposure, disease source/risk factors, and potential spread related to diseases such as rabies and avian influenza. With a working knowledge of Pennsylvania rabies law and of the rabies virus, you will be be responsible for explaining the applicable laws and disease epidemiology to stakeholders, veterinarians, and other health professionals, and be able to conduct a thorough rabies investigation. Work performed in this position ensures compliance with Bureau laws and regulations, mitigates regulatory disease events, and implements domestic animal disease control programs.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

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 position is home headquartered in Perry, Dauphin, Lebanon, Cumberland, Franklin, Adams, York, Lancaster Counties. This position will require reporting to 2301 North Cameron Street, Harrisburg, PA 17710 for non-inspection/office work. 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:

Graduation from an approved Veterinary Medical Technology Training program and two (2) years of experience in the raising or handling of animals used for a variety of commercial purposes including food animals and farm animals; or A bachelor's degree in Biology, Animal Science, Dairy Science, Poultry Science, or a closely related area with at least 16 credits in animal science; or An equivalent combination of training and experience. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits. Special Requirement: This position requires current certification as a Poultry Technician or the ability to gain certification during the probationary period. This position requires possession of a valid class C driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. 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. Vet rans:

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.

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/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

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.