Tactical Epizootiologist (Epizootiology Program Manager)

The Bureau of Animal Health and Diagnostic Services is on the lookout for a veterinarian who possesses specialized training in epidemiology and a strong enthusiasm for disease investigation to become a part of our team. In this role, you will collaborate with fellow veterinarians and animal health professionals within the Department to carry out investigations during disease outbreaks, as well as to implement strategies aimed at preventing and controlling diseases that significantly impact agriculture in Pennsylvania.

In this position, you will be responsible for carrying out tracing activities and conducting field investigations aimed at preventing, detecting, and eliminating hazardous transmissible diseases in animals throughout the Commonwealth. Your responsibilities will encompass managing epidemiological studies focused on significant diseases, coordinating grant funding efforts, overseeing surveillance testing and data collection processes, and offering guidance to both internal and external stakeholders regarding epidemiological investigations.

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 a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 5 days per pay period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office.
• Flex HQ: Selected candidate may be headquartered at any of the following office locations:
  • Dept. of Agriculture
    2301 N Cameron Street
    Harrisburg, PA 17110
  • Region 1
    13410 Dunham Road
    Meadville, PA 16335
  • Region 2
    542 County Farm Road
    Montoursville, PA 17754
  • Region 4
    226 Donohoe Road
    Greensburg, PA 15601
  • Region 5
    3001 Fairway Drive
    Altoona, PA 16602
  • Region 7
    1015 Bridge Street
    Collegeville, PA 19426
  • PA Livestock Evaluation Center
    1494 W Pine Grove Road
    Furnace, PA 16865
• 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.
  

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Three years of experience in veterinary medicine related to food animal health, one year of which must have been in epidemiology or in veterinary medicine related to epizootiology.

• Possession of a valid license to practice veterinary medicine as issued by a state Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• 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.

Veterans:

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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.

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.

• 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.