State of Maine Veterinarian (Public Service Manager II) - Augusta - 0658

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VeterinarianHealthcare Clinical

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Key Responsibilities

This position serves as the State’s Chief Veterinarian, responsible for safeguarding animal health and protecting public health through the prevention and control of animal diseases,

Requirements Summary

This position serves as the State’s Chief Veterinarian, responsible for safeguarding animal health and protecting public health through the prevention and control of animal diseases,

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VeterinarianHealthcare Clinical

*For us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

Responsibilities

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→Knowledge of the principles and practices of veterinary medicine and surgery
→Knowledge of current diagnostics and treatment techniques and practices
→Knowledge of proper animal husbandry procedures for all domestic and aquatic species.
→Knowledge of avian and livestock diseases and their current treatment and control method
→Experience in interpreting and/or knowledge of animal and public health laws and regulations
→Knowledge of state and federal agencies involved in animal health emergencies
→Supervisory and project management experience, including field-based response activities to disease outbreaks or other emergent issues of concern
→Knowledge of budgeting, contract administration, and personnel regulations
→Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including the development of accurate records and reports and effective planning documents
→Experience with public speaking, including legislative and/or legal testimony
→Ability to develop partnerships and work effectively with a diverse community of stakeholders

What We Offer

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✓Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and confidential employees receive three (3) personal leave days per calendar year.

✓Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$14,369.04 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

✓Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

✓Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).

✓Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 18.86% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.

✓Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

✓Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

✓Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

✓Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

✓Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

✓Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

✓Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.