Veterinarian

Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

The Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire is seeking a skilled Veterinarian to oversee animal health and veterinary services starting July 2025. This role includes supervising clinical staff and performing essential veterinary procedures within a supportive community-focused environment.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000 annually

457(b) retirement plan contributions

Qualifications

• Possession of a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree recognized by the California Veterinary Medical Board.
• Three years of recent professional clinical experience in a veterinary practice.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the operation of veterinary services team.
• Perform spay/neuter surgeries and provide preventive medical care.
• Oversee animal health and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Veterinary medicine expertise

Animal care

Emergency medical care

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree

Job description

Veterinarian
Annual Salary Range: $175,000 - $225,000

EDUCATION INCENTIVE
Receive up to $15,000 at the end of each year of employment, for the first five years, to be used toward tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, or as a 457(b) contribution—provided it falls within the annual IRS contribution limit and you haven’t already maxed it out.

Placement within this range is dependent on qualifications, experience, and ultimately established by the ARCIE Board of Directors. This position will be opened until filled. The first review of applications is scheduled for Friday, July 11, 2025.

Are you passionate about serving the community and supporting a team that is committed to making a positive impact? The Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire is seeking skilled, compassionate, and an experienced individual to join the organization to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make a difference. If you are interested in the honorable profession of public service, join in this unique opportunity as the Agency’s first Veterinarian. The Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire will begin providing animal services July 1, 2025, which include animal control and sheltering services. The Veterinarian will be responsible for supervising subordinate clinical staff. Additionally, this class is responsible for providing oversight and guidance on the health and well-being of animals housed at the Animal Resource Center’s shelter.

Under general direction, supervise and direct the operation of the veterinary services team; performs veterinary services including spay/neuter surgeries; examines and determines preventative medical care and treatments for shelter animals and stray animal emergency cases; vaccinates; and provides oversight for the security and dispensing of drugs and ensures compliance with all federal and state regulations. Performs other related duties as requested.

The ARC Executive Director of Animal Services will serve as the ultimate hiring authority.

The ARC is not employed by the City of Ontario nor any other agency members. The successful candidate will be an at-will employee of the Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire and ultimately they will be appointed by and serve under the ARC Executive Director of Animal Services .

Completed applications will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the Agency, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. All applicants must provide an attached Resume and Cover Letter. Those candidates whom fail to attach these items will not move forward in the selection process.

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Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. A typical combination includes:

Education

Possession of a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited school of veterinary medicine recognized by the California Veterinary Medical Board as sufficient for licensure in the State of California to practice as a veterinarian.

Candidates will be required to provide proof of successful completion of required programs, semester/quarter units, and/or required hours and experience. Proof of completion must be provided by way of attachment to your online application or as an email attachment sent to the Hiring Agency Representative at, or before, time of the reference check process. Acceptable forms of proof include Unofficial Transcripts, Official Transcripts, Photos and/or Photocopies of Institutional Degree/Certifications.

Experience

Three years of recent professional clinical experience in a professional animal medicine practice, working with domestic animals in a veterinary hospital or other animal care setting.

Licenses

• Individuals must be physically capable of operating a motor vehicle safely and possess a valid Class C California Driver’s License OR be able to demonstrate the ability to travel on scheduled or unscheduled visits to various locations which may or may not be reachable by public transportation. This requirement applies at time of appointment and throughout employment in this classification.
• Acceptable driving record at the time of appointment and throughout employment.
• Must possess a valid license to practice Veterinary Medicine issued by the California Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Drug Enforcement Agency (D.E.A.) controlled substance registration.

Desirable

Prior experience working with an animal shelter, and in a lead or supervisory capacity.