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Western College of Veterinary Medicine

Ministry of Agriculture and Food
Multiple Locations

Welfare, Extension and Emergency Management Veterinarian
$97,175.34 - $123,151.67 annually
Hybrid

The Ministry of Agriculture and Food is responsible for the production, marketing, processing and merchandising of agriculture and aquaculture products, and food security. The Office of the Chief Veterinarian (OCV) supports the sustainability of animal and plant agriculture, while serving to protect the well-being of the people of the province through surveillance, regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and the development of strategies to mitigate identified risks. The OCV works closely with other Ministry of Agriculture and Food branches, including the Plant and Animal Health Branch.
As a Welfare, Extension and Emergency Management Veterinarian, you will report directly to the Chief Veterinarian and provide leadership in the specialized field of animal welfare, animal welfare and health extension, including welfare management in emergency responses. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative, energetic team environment and enhance your professional veterinary expertise. If you are ready for the next step in your career, consider this excellent opportunity.

Qualifications for this role include:

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, or equivalent
  • Must be licensed to practice by the College of Veterinarians of British Columbia, or immediately eligible for licensing.
  • Postgraduate training to the Master’s, PhD, Board Certification or equivalent, with a preference for a postgraduate degree in animal welfare, and three (3) years of veterinary experience in population medicine, extension or welfare; OR, seven (7) years of experience as a practicing veterinarian in population medicine and welfare.
  • Two (2) or more years of experience in a leadership and supervisory role; preference may be given for five (5) or more years.
  • A valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent.
  • Willing and able to:
  • Work on-call including extended hours during emergency activations.
  • Participate in operational deployments throughout western Canada.

For more information and to apply online by June 16, 2023, please go to:
https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/101055