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Domestic Animal Health Inspector - Region 7

Salary

$51,971.00 - $79,062.00 Annually

Location

*Home Headquartered, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-33129-51110

Department

Department of Agriculture

Division

AG Reg Cmplnc Div

Opening Date

09/09/2025

Closing Date

9/22/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

51110

Position Number

00107557

Union

FOP - Lodge #92

Bargaining Unit

G4

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00046121

Bureau / Division

Regulatory Compliance Division

Worksite Address

Home Headquartered

City

Home Headquartered

Contact Name

Zachary Bender

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Are you searching for a rewarding and impactful career in which you can utilize your experience in the field of animal science to best serve the needs of the Commonwealth? The Department of Agriculture is eager to welcome an innovative Domestic Animal Health Inspector to collaborate with state and federal veterinarians and other health professionals to ensure compliance with bureau laws and regulations, investigate and mitigate regulatory disease events, and implement domestic animal disease control programs. Apply today to join us in our mission to ensure a vibrant economy and a successful future for Pennsylvania agriculture all while safeguarding the public!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Domestic Animal Health Inspector, you will work closely with veterinarians, health professionals, and stakeholders to conduct epidemiological investigations to determine domestic animal exposure, disease source and risk factors, and potential spread related to diseases such as rabies and avian influenza. With a comprehensive working knowledge of the rabies virus and Pennsylvania rabies laws, you will be be responsible for conducting thorough rabies investigations and explaining applicable laws and disease epidemiology to all parties involved. Additional duties entail managing suspected domestic rabies cases and ensuring that necessary quarantines are implemented for potentially exposed domestic animals. You will also be responsible for investigating complaints of the disposal of animal products and waste, as well as imposing quarantines in order to eradicate, contain, or otherwise control a dangerous transmissible disease or to control or prevent contamination by a hazardous agent. Within this role, you may be required to i ssue criminal citations, provide evidence, and appear at legal proceedings as a representative of the department.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00107557) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment

+ Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

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

+ This position is home headquartered for those residing in or within 5 miles of the following counties: Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lehigh, Montgomery, Northampton, Philadelphia, and Schuylkill counties. Candidates who do not live in the listed counties or within 5 miles will report to the work location at the regional office (1015 Bridge St., Ste 100, Collegeville, PA 19426).

+ 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:

+ Graduation from an approved Veterinary Medical Technology Training program and two (2) years of experience in the raising or handling of animals used for a variety of commercial purposes including food animals and farm animals ;or

+ A bachelor’s degree in Biology, Animal Science, Dairy Science, Poultry Science, or a closely related area with at least 16 credits in animal science ;or

+ An equivalent combination of training and experience.

+ Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.

Special Requirements:

+ This position requires c urrent certification as a Poultry Technician or the ability to gain certification during the probationary period.

+ This position requires p ossession of a valid class C driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Other Requirements:

+ You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot be 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 www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html 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.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please provide the issuing state and license number. If you answered "No" type N/A in the box below.

03

Do you possess a current certification as a Poultry Technician or the ability to gain certification during the probationary period?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Have you graduated from an approved Veterinary Medical Technology Training program?

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 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 visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

+ Yes

+ No

05

How many years of full-time work experience do you possess in the raising or handling of animals used for a variety of commercial purposes including food animals and farm animals?

+ A. 4 years or more

+ B. 3 but less than 4 years

+ C. 2 but less than 3 years

+ D. 1 but less than 2 years

+ E. 6 months but less than 1 year

+ F. Less than 6 months

+ G. None

06

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 experience must also 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.

07

How much college coursework have you completed in Biology, Animal Science, Diary Science, Poultry Science or a closely related field?

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 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 visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

+ A. A conferred bachelor's degree or higher level degree

+ B. Within 3 months of conferring a bachelor's degree or higher level degree

+ C. 120 credits or more

+ D. 90 but less than 120 credits

+ E. 60 but less than 90 credits

+ F. 30 but less than 60 credits

+ G. Less than 30 credits

+ H. None

08

If you are within three months of completing a bachelor’s degree, on what date do you expect to graduate? If this does not apply to you, please type N/A in the text box.

09

How many college level credits have you completed in Animal Science?

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 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 visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

+ A. 16 credits or more

+ B. 8 but less than 16 credits

+ C. Less than 8 credits

+ D. None

10

INSTRUCTIONS: You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. 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 questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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 questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

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 (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

+ Yes

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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – INSPECTIONS OF FOOD/FARM ANIMAL ESTABLISHMENTS AND RECORDS

Conducts inspections of food/farm animal establishments to ensure compliance with laws and regulations regarding cleanliness, sanitation, and carcass disposal. Checks licenses, domestic animal identification methods, and record-keeping practices of domestic animal transactions for compliance with laws and regulations pertaining to dealers, haulers, renderers and livestock markets. Composes inspection reports and issues notices of violations or citations when appropriate.

Levels of Performance

Select the level of performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience conducting third-party inspections of food/farm animal establishments for compliance with laws and regulations regarding cleanliness, sanitation, carcass disposal, licensure, domestic animal identification methods, and record-keeping practices.

+ B. I have experience conducting third-party inspections of OTHER GOVERNMENT-REGULATED FACILITIES and records to ensure compliance with laws and regulations (i.e. daycares, restaurants, hospitals, etc.).

+ C. I have experience conducting inspections WITHIN MY OR MY EMPLOYER'S FOOD/FARM ANIMAL ESTABLISHMENT to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level courses related to ethics and compliance, sanitation compliance monitoring, quality control, regulatory issues in animal care and management, animal welfare and bioethics, or welfare of agricultural and recreational animals.

+ E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

12

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) with which you gained this experience.

+ The type(s) of facilities and records you inspected.

+ Your level of responsibility. (Did you inspect your own facility to prepare for an official inspection? Did you perform an official inspection on another facility?)

13

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title(s)

+ Credits/Clock Hours

14

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – EVALUATES THE HEALTH OF FOOD/FARM ANIMALS

Evaluates the health of food/farm animals involved in mandatory or volunteer disease surveillance programs to eliminate the potential for the spread of diseases in economically important domestic animals. Work includes observing the animals' habitats and collecting samples of wastes, secretions and parts/tissues, labeling and storing them according to standard operating procedures, and sending them to the laboratory for testing.

Levels of Performance

Select the level of performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience evaluating the health of food/farm animals and their habitats AND I have collected samples of wastes, secretions, and parts/tissues, stored and labeled them, and sent them to the laboratory for testing.

+ B. I have experience evaluating the health of food/farm animals and their habitats; however, I have NOT collected samples of wastes, secretions, and parts/tissues.

+ C. I have collected samples of wastes, secretions, and parts/tissues of food/farm animals; however, I have NOT evaluated the health of food/farm animals and their habitats.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to sheep/cattle/swine production, animal parasitology, principles of animal disease, animal growth and development, equine health and disease, livestock management, applied animal nutrition, health management of animal populations, or small ruminant and pseudo ruminant production and management.

+ E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

15

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) with which you gained this experience.

+ The type(s) of samples you collected.

+ The actual job duties you performed.

+ Your level of responsibility (collected samples when instructed to, determined when and what type of samples should be collected, etc.)

16

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title(s)

+ Credits/Clock Hours

17

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – SERVES QUARANTINE ORDERS

Serves quarantine orders to restrict movement of diseased or exposed food/farm animals and contaminated equipment as directed by the regional or other regulatory veterinarian. This includes notifying the owner, explaining the process, completing the quarantine form with the timeframe and reason for quarantine, and posting the form on the property.

Levels of Performance

Select the level of performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience serving quarantine orders on third-party food/farm animal establishments which includes providing information and answering questions from members of the food/farm animal industry regarding the quarantine process, rules and regulations.

+ B. I have experience ORDERING quarantines IN MY OR MY EMPLOYER'S FOOD/FARM ANIMAL FACILITY which includes providing information and answering questions from staff regarding the quarantine process, rules and regulations (farm owner, farm manager, farm supervisor or lead farm worker).

+ C. I have experience COMPLYING WITH quarantines in MY OR MY EMPLOYER'S FOOD/FARM ANIMAL FACILITY AS ORDERED BY A THIRD-PARTY OR MY EMPLOYER.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to speech communication, conflict resolution, public policy, or animal disease management.

+ E. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

18

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) with which you gained this experience.

+ The actual duties you performed. (Did you notify the owner, serve the order, post the form and/or answer questions?)

+ Your level of responsibility. (Did you serve the order, order the order in your own facility, or execute a quarantine as ordered by someone else?)

19

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title(s)

+ Credits/Clock Hours

20

WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – FOLLOWS MEASURES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION

Follows biosecurity measures when in a laboratory environment, farm, or other food/farm animal establishment to ensure that contact with other food/farm animals and operations does not result in disease spread.

Levels of Performance

Select the level of performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience adhering to measures that prevent cross-contamination in a BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH FACILITY OR FARM WHERE FOOD/FARM ANIMALS ARE HOUSED to ensure that contact with various domestic animals and operations does not result in disease spread.

+ B. I have experience adhering to measures that prevent cross-contamination in a TESTING LABORATORY ENVIRONMENT where NO animals are housed to avoid contamination of samples and ensure accuracy of results.

+ C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to research introduction to animal biotechnology, infectious diseases in animals, diseases and zoonoses, epidemiology, biology laboratory methods, laboratory methods in animal research, applied animal bioscience laboratory, laboratory animal management, or forensic science.

+ D. I have NO experience or education related to this work behavior.

21

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) with which you gained this experience.

+ The type of facility in which you adhered to measures in place to prevent cross-contamination.

+ The methods you followed to prevent cross-contamination.

22

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title(s)

+ Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov