Job Description

Summary

**Announcement has been updated from original closing date to 6 September 2023**

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This position is located at the Minot AFB Veterinary Treatment Facility.

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Overview

• Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

08/23/2023 to 09/06/2023

Salary

$85,000 - $92,000 per year

Salary is pro-rated based on a 40 hour work week. Hourly salary is $40.73-$44.08.

Pay scale & grade

NF 4

Location

Remote job

No

Telework eligible

No

Travel Required

Not required

Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

Appointment type

Permanent -

Work schedule

Part-time - 20 Hours

Service

Competitive

Promotion potential

None

Job family (Series)

Supervisory status

No

Security clearance

Drug test

No

Position sensitivity and risk

Trust determination process

Announcement number

O2NAFAV2312104549

Control number

745192700

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation within the local commuting area of Ward County, ND.

Duties

• Perform wellness appointments on a population of privately-owned animals and advise owners on proper immunizations and disease prevention.
• Examine animals, treat diseases and injuries, conduct surgeries. Perform administrative duties such as maintaining legal medical health records.
• Collect body tissue, feces, blood, urine, and other body fluids for examination and diagnostic testing.
• Performs and interprets laboratory findings. Issues health certificates.
• Provides direction and oversight to Animal Health Assistants with regards to veterinary nursing skills, veterinary medical standards, and animal care.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position
• A one year probationary period may be required
• Satisfactorily complete a physical examination (to include all mandated immunizations to work in a veterinary environment) prior to entrance on duty.
• Must not have an aversion to animals, blood, bodily fluids, animal tissues, strong odors, needles, or sharp instruments.
• Must be able to stand for long periods, restrain animals, kneel, reach, etc.
• Ability to obtain/renew United States Department of Agriculture/Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA/APHIS) accreditation within first 60-days of employment.
• Ability to work occasional Saturdays for special events - as needed by management.
• Federal agencies will request information regarding the COVID-19 vaccination status of applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possess a degree of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree, i.e., Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD), obtained at a school or college of veterinary medicine accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education (AVMA).
• Possess a valid unrestricted state license to practice veterinary medicine (may be a valid state license from any US state).
• Official transcripts must be provided prior to time of hire. Unofficial college/university transcripts may be uploaded for initial qualification screening.

Best Qualified Criteria:

• Possess active United States Department of Agriculture/ Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (USDA/APHIS) accreditation.

Physical Requirement:

• Ability to lift 40 lbs and long periods of standing, restraining, kneeling, reaching and sitting, etc.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT ARE OUTLINED IN PD #

The information provided on your resume should be clear and specific. You will be rated based solely off of the information provided within your resume. Assumptions will not be made regarding your experience and the duties performed.

Education

Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

Additional information

Area of Consideration:

• The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation within the local commuting area of Ward County, ND. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration).
• Local commuting area is defined as Ward County, ND surrounding area within 50-mile radius; in addition to, you are considered eligible if one of the following applies: 1) you live outside of this area and are able to commute to work on a daily/as needed basis, 2) you are able to relocate yourself on your own expenses, 3) you are an involuntarily separated military member, or 4) you are a military spouse relocating to this installation

Salary Information:
Salary is pro-rated based on a 40 hour work week. Hourly salary is:
NF-04 $40.73ph to $44.08ph ($85,000pa to $92,000pa)

Manual Applications:

• If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 4:00pm EST (Monday -Thursday) or 3:00pm EST (Friday) on the closing date of the announcement in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating.

Allowances, Incentives, and PCS Costs:

• Allowances, differentials, or incentives will not be paid.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government\'s interest.

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Scheduling Information:

• Below defines theemployment category for this position:

- Part-Time (at least 20 guaranteed work hours per week (may be scheduled be scheduled between 20-39 hours per week) * Work schedule to be determined after hire.

Other:

• Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary; based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (for regular or certain flex employees)
• Life insurance (for regular employees)
• Retirement Plan (for regular employees)
• 401(k) plan with matching (for regular employees)
• Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible of paid annual leave, sick leave, and Federal Holidays, as well as continuing education
• Access at many locations to on-post services and facilities such as day care, child youth service, fitness and recreation centers.

• Benefits

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