Regulatory Veterinarian - Statewide Travel, Animal Health

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 103,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance option

Retirement benefits

11 paid holidays

Job summary

South Dakota State Government, Agriculture & Natural Resources, Animal Industry Board, seeks a licensed veterinarian to enforce animal health laws and coordinate disease control programs across SD. Travel statewide is required, with potential overnight stays, and responsibilities include regulatory duties, disease investigations, and emergency management support.

The incumbent must hold SD veterinary licensure, a valid driver's license, and Category II accreditation with USDA APHIS or obtain

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license for statewide travel.
• Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in South Dakota.
• Able to obtain Category II accreditation with USDA APHIS within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Enforce animal disease control laws and regulations; coordinate programs on animal health and disease control.
• Perform regulatory veterinary duties including disease investigations and livestock regulatory oversight.
• Administer programs involving animal health, emergency management, and other initiatives as directed by the state veterinarian.

Skills

Epidemiology

Population medicine

Public health knowledge

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

DVM degree

SD veterinary license

USDA APHIS Category II accreditation

Job description

South Dakota State Government, Agriculture & Natural Resources, Animal Industry Board, seeks a licensed veterinarian to enforce animal health laws and coordinate disease control programs across SD. Travel statewide is required, with potential overnight stays, and responsibilities include regulatory duties, disease investigations, and emergency management support.

The incumbent must hold SD veterinary licensure, a valid driver's license, and Category II accreditation with USDA APHIS or obtain