Veterinary Medical Field Officer

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Veterinary Medical Field Officer

Salary

$88,235.00 - $134,162.00 Annually

Location

Washington County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-42620-53220

Department

Department of Agriculture

Division

AG Medws Rctrk

Opening Date

02/17/2026

Closing Date

3/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

53220

Position Number

Multiple positions may be filled from this posting

Union

Non Union

Bargaining Unit

B3

Pay Group

ST10

Bureau / Division Code

00043186

Bureau / Division

Meadows Racetrack

Worksite Address

200 Racetrack Road

City

Washington, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15301

Contact Name

Zachary Bender

Contact Email

[email protected]

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THE POSITION

Are you a USDA-accredited veterinarian licensed by the State Board with at least one year of experience? The Department of Agriculture is looking for qualified individuals to take on the role of Veterinary Medical Field Officer at the prestigious Meadows Racetrack in Washington County. In this esteemed position, you will oversee and manage medical procedures related to Thoroughbred and/or Standardbred racing activities. Seize this opportunity to elevate your career and become part of our distinguished team-apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will leverage your veterinary expertise in regulatory medicine for thoroughbred and/or standardbred racetracks, overseeing the Bleeder Medication Program and activities within the test barn. Additionally, you will implement programs from the Bureau of Animal Health and Diagnostic Services, ensuring compliance with legislatively mandated laws and regulations in your designated PDA region to facilitate effective animal disease surveillance and control.

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 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

• You will work closely with vendors and work hours may change based on vendor availability.

• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

• 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• ne year of professional experience as a veterinarian and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or a Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris (VMD) from an American Veterinary Medical Association accredited college or university.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of a license to practice veterinary medicine as issued by a state board of veterinary medical examiners.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement ( is currentlywaivedfor this title.

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• 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/testoncefor this posting.

• Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

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*Eligibility rules apply.

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You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty.

Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page ( .

• Yes

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Do you possess an active license to practice veterinary medicine as issued by a State Board of Veterinary Medicine?

• Yes

• No

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If you answered 'yes' to the question above, please provide your license number and issuing state in the text box below. If you answered 'no' to the question above, please type N/A in the text box below.

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Do you possess one year of full-time professional experience as a veterinarian?

• Yes

• No

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If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

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Do you possess a conferred Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), OR a conferred Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris (VMD), from an American Veterinary Medical Association accredited college or university?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

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• No

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Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

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