State Veterinarian Temporary - Presque Isle Downs Racetrack
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State Veterinarian Temporary - Presque Isle Downs Racetrack
Salary
$400.00 Daily
Location
Erie County, PA
Job Type
Per Diem
Job Number
N-2026-48921
Department
Department of Agriculture
Division
AG Prsq Isl Dwns Rctrk
Opening Date
05/11/2026
Closing Date
5/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
U5010
Position Number
00287325
Union
Non Union
Bargaining Unit
98
Pay Group
XD26
Bureau / Division Code
00043173
Bureau / Division
Presque Isle Downs Racetrack
Worksite Address
8199 Perry Highway
City
Erie, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
16509
Contact Name
Christine Adkins
Contact Email
chadkins@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
The State Veterinarian role with the Department of Agriculture is a great chance to support the health and safety of horses at Presque Isle Downs. This position allows you to work directly with racehorses and contribute to fair competition. You will play a key part in protecting animal welfare while helping maintain proper racing standards. Join a team that values responsibility and professionalism.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position plays a key role in supporting the health, safety, and proper monitoring of horses at Presque Isle Downs. It involves supervising medical procedures, inspections, and record keeping to ensure compliance with the rules of racing. As a State Veterinarian, you will perform the following duties:
Test Barn Oversight:Supervise sample collection, manage records, and guide personnel in the post race detention barn
Pre-Race Monitoring:Review eligible horses, supervise staff, and oversee proper administration of bleeder medication
Health Inspections:Conduct examinations of ship in horses and ensure accurate documentation of findings
Race Day Presence:Observe horses in the paddock, during racing, and at the finish line to evaluate condition
Medical Decisions:Assess horses for respiratory bleeding, manage the Veterinarian's List, and administer emergency care when needed
Regulatory Support:Attend hearings and resolve issues related to horse qualification for bleeder medication
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=00287325) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Part-time, per diem employment
Work hours subject to change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs.
Work schedule is vendor controlled and is determined by the racing schedule.
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
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 a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or Veterinary Medical Doctor program.
Special Requirement:
This position requires possession of a valid license to practice veterinary medicine as issued by a State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners.
Post Employment Requirement:
Possession of a Commission Employee License
Additional Requirements:
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.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/hrmoa/resources/generative-ai-hiring-guidance) for additional information.
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.
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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.*
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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.*
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*Eligibility rules apply.
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Requirements- Do you possess a valid license to practice veterinary medicine as issued by a State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners?
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If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your license number and expiration date in the text box below. If you answered no to the above question, please @type N/A in the text box below.
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Requirements- Do you possess a conferred Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), or a conferred Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD) degree?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your 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.
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Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
