Location: Pierre,SD, USA
PLEASE ATTACH THE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE
Job ID: 27769
Agency: Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources - Animal Industry Board
Location: Pierre
Salary: $100,800.00 Annually
Pay Grade: MD
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
This is a full-time position with the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources - Animal Industry Board. For more information, please visit or
The South Dakota Animal Industry Board seeks to fill the position of Deputy Director of Animal Health. The role of the Deputy Director is to assist with state/federal cooperative animal health programs and disease control and eradication programs. Applicant must have a valid driver's license for statewide travel, a license to practice veterinary medicine in South Dakota, and a Category II accreditation with USDA APHIS or ability to become licensed and accredited within 30 days.
Functions:
* assist the Director of Animal Health in the expediting of all rules and orders of the South Dakota Animal Industry Board;
* enforce compliance with State and Federal codes dealing with contagious diseases and certification programs;
* conduct disease investigations, testing, and surveillance;
* oversee livestock neglect and carcass disposal complaint investigations;
* provide veterinarian and producer outreach and education;
* assist with state/federal cooperative animal health programs and disease eradication programs;
* assist with the coordination or administration of programs such as Animal Traceability, TB Surveillance, National Poultry Improvement Plan, the US Swine Health Improvement Plan Program, and South Dakota Voluntary Johne's Disease Program;
* assist with interstate and intrastate animal movement requirements and compliance;
* serve as the direct contact for CoreOne animal health database.
Licenses and Certifications:
Applicant must have a valid driver's license for statewide travel, a license to practice veterinary medicine in South Dakota, and a Category II accreditation with USDA APHIS or ability to become licensed and accredited within 30 days.
The Ideal Candidate Will:
* identify and define problems or potential problems and determine resolutions;
* develop new programs or change existing ones to meet changing trends and needs;
* analyze information and draw sound and reasonable conclusions;
* interpret federal and state laws;
* take part in additional training or experience with state or federal animal health response or communication programs.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
* knowledge, skills, and conduct expected of a veterinarian licensed and accredited in South Dakota;
* understanding of federal and state laws governing animal health, public health, food safety, and the practice of veterinary medicine;
* knowledge of animal diseases, their causes and control;
* knowledge of animal disease vectors and their control;
* skills in epidemiology and population medicine;
* principles of effective human relations and dealing with the public;
* excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume.
This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online:
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.###.#### Email: ...@state.sd.us
An Equal Opportunity Employer