Senior Veterinary Disease Control Officer

Hawaii Farm Bureau Federation; Hawaii; On-site; USD 75,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hawaii Farm Bureau Federation is seeking a qualified veterinarian for a government position with the Department of Agriculture & Biosecurity, Animal Industry Division in Hawaii. The role focuses on disease detection, control and eradication efforts, including coordinating with state and federal partners.

Applicants must hold a Hawaii veterinary license (or temporary permit with six months to obtain permanent licensure) and have two years of professional veterinary experience.

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work for State of Hawaii government employment.
• State of Hawaii Veterinary License or temporary permit with six-month probationary period.
• Two years of responsible professional veterinary medicine experience.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds; travel inter-island and possibly out-of-state.
• Must pass annual Medical Evaluation to use respirator; wear PPE; overtime possible.
• Driver's license required.
• Substitutions: a master's degree may substitute for one year of experience; a Ph.D. may substitute for two years.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and conduct veterinary field work for disease control programs.
• Respond to calls from veterinarians and producers for outbreak investigations.
• Enforce regulations including interstate and inter-island movement of animals.
• Implement emergency disease control plans and other program activities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Job description

The Hawaii Farm Bureau Federation is seeking a qualified veterinarian for a government position with the Department of Agriculture & Biosecurity, Animal Industry Division in Hawaii. The role focuses on disease detection, control and eradication efforts, including coordinating with state and federal partners.

Applicants must hold a Hawaii veterinary license (or temporary permit with six months to obtain permanent licensure) and have two years of professional veterinary experience.