The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a Veterinary Program Specialist II for poultry health, responsible for overseeing state and federal poultry disease programs, compliance, and emergency preparedness. The ideal candidate will have a background in veterinary services or agriculture and will supervise a team while ensuring biosecurity and disease management practices are adhered to
Job Summary
This position provides regional oversight of state and federal poultry disease programs including the National Poultry Improvement Plan and Biosecurity Compliance Audit Program.
The role serves as a supervisor for 5-6 Veterinary Programs Specialists I and is responsible for their training and professional development within the region.
Seasonal influenza vaccination is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification required for this position to ensure public and animal health safety.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 85
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a Veterinary Program Specialist II for poultry health, responsible for overseeing state and federal poultry disease programs, compliance, and emergency preparedness. The ideal candidate will have a background in veterinary services or agriculture and will supervise a team while ensuring biosecurity and disease management practices are adhered to.
Salary
Recruitment Range: $43,738 - $62,624; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: State Employee Benefits available
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Poultry industry structure knowledge
Biosecurity principles application
Animal disposal methodology expertise
Conflict resolution skills
Independent self-scheduling ability
Nice-to-have
Stakeholder accommodation flexibility
Natural disaster response experience
Professional growth mentorship
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree and two years farm animal experience
High school diploma and six years farm animal experience
US Department of Transportation medical certificate if CDL required
Pre-employment drug testing for law enforcement or aviation roles