Principal Veterinary Officer Poultry and Emerging Diseases

About this role

This position is within the Non-Ruminant Livestock Health team of the Veterinary Science Unit, part of Agriculture Victoria's Chief Veterinary Officer's Branch. It supports the Principal Veterinary Officer – Lead, Non-Ruminant Livestock Health and the Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer – Veterinary Science through the provision of high level technical, policy and strategic advice on a broad range of poultry biosecurity issues including those relating to veterinary public health, as well as for other avian species. The successful applicant should have a high level of technical knowledge of poultry health and welfare and be capable of supporting work relating to other animal species in the event of emergency responses and other business requirements.

The position will influence and provide leadership and technical direction on poultry biosecurity issues at both state and national levels of government. The position will also contribute to emergency preparedness and response activities.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A tertiary degree in veterinary science registerable with the Veterinary Practitioners Registration Board of Victoria is mandatory.
• Candidates must have this qualification to be considered eligible and verification is required prior to appointment.

This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is in Attwood or Bendigo with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

For further information please refer to the attached position description.

Applications close at midnight on Tuesday, 7 May 2024.

Other relevant information:

For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform.

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check. 

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. 

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.