What are the responsibilities and job description for the Animal Services Veterinarian position at City of Waco, TX?
Salary : See Position Description
Location : Waco, TX
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 2025-01038
Department : ANIMAL SERVICES
Division : Animal Shelter
Opening Date : 02 / 20 / 2025
Summary
Salary : $150,000 - Depending on Qualifications
Eligible for a $12,500 Hiring Incentive
THE CITY OF WACO SEEKS : A detail-oriented candidate with experience in medical processes and procedures, especially animal spaying and neutering. If you have the desire to help improve the quality of life and the successful live release of shelter animals through medical intervention, please apply!
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Required :
- Graduation from a college or university accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD) degree
- Two years of clinical experience as a veterinarian, preferably in a shelter environment
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS :
Required :
Required after hire :
Hours :
Will include on-call, various hours, and flexibility.
POSITION DESCRIPTION :
Under general supervision, maintains the health and welfare of all animals in the City Animal Shelter; manages a diverse collection of animals by providing professional veterinary care.
DUTIES OF POSITION :
The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.
To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page .
Why Work For Waco :
Make a difference and improve communities
Competitive Salary and Benefits
Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2 : 1 City Match
Education Assistance Program
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance
Longevity Pay
And More!
Job Security
Desire to give back
Do you have a Valid Driver's License?
This position requires graduation from a college or university accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) OR a Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD) Degree. Please choose what type of Veterinarian degree you have obtained.
This position requires you to submit a copy of your Unofficial Transcript(s) showing that you have obtained the required degree for the position. Did you attach a copy of your transcript?
Do you have two (2) years of clinical experience as a Veterinarian? If yes, please include all related experience within your work history.
Are you currently Licensed by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)? (These licenses are not required at the time of hire, but are required within one year)
Required Question
Salary : $150,000
