CITY OF LOS ANGELES
DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL SERVICES

Job Opportunity
VETERINARIAN II (CLASS CODE 2365-2)

The City of Los Angeles envisions the day that every animal born is ensured a good home and good care. The Department of Animal Services is looking for one Veterinarian who desires to be part of our team by providing quality care to animals in the City’s animal care centers. We value the integrity of every employee, we care about our customers, and we are dedicated to the humane treatment of animals.

DUTIES

A Veterinarian diagnoses and gives first aid treatment, including surgery, to animals in the care and custody of the Department of Animal Services; assigns, reviews, and evaluates the work of employees assisting in the above work; advises the public and Department employees on matters within the field of veterinary medicine; and exercises medical judgment and skill in the independent performance of these responsibilities, applying current veterinary medical principles. This position will not be required to conduct spay and neuter surgeries.

REQUIREMENTS

· Doctor’s degree in veterinary medicine from an accredited veterinary school.

· Valid California State License to practice Veterinary medicine.

· Valid California driver’s license is required for all positions and must be maintained throughout employment.

SALARY:

Salary commensurate with experience up to $152,904.24 annually. Medical and dental benefits provided.

Cash retention bonuses available after six months ($1,000) and year two ($4,000) in accordance with the provisions of the current labor agreement.

APPLICATION PROCESS

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a current resume, a City Employment Application, and proof of a doctor’s degree in veterinary medicine to animalservices.careers@lacity.org. The application form can be found here: https://per.lacity.org/Application.pdf

The period to submit your application is currently open and ends when sufficient applications are received.

For candidates seeking initial City employment, in accordance with Los Angeles City Ordinance 187134, information regarding COVID-19 vaccination requirements as conditions of employment may be found at: https://clkrep.lacity.org/onlinedocs/2021/21-0921_ord_187134_8-24-21.pdf.

The City of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $48.62 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Weekends as needed

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person