Supervisory Veterinary Medical Officer

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Summary

Customs & Border Protection (CBP): Securing America's Borders The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling on those who want to help protect American interests and secure our Nation. DHS Components work collectively to prevent terrorism; secure borders and our transportation systems; protect the President and other dignitaries; enforce and administer immigration laws; safeguard cyberspace; and ensure resilience to disasters. We achieve these vital missions through a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. Discover a challenging and rewarding career with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the sole organization responsible for securing the nation's borders. At CBP, we: Secure and facilitate trade and travel while enforcing hundreds of U.S. regulations, including immigration and drug laws. Screen passengers, vehicles, and shipments entering our country. Seize illegal narcotics, vehicles, and agricultural products and prohibited goods. Prevent unauthorized entry into the country. Rescue individuals who fall into dangerous conditions traversing our border. CBP employees demonstrate the highest level of commitment to protect and serve the United States of America and to exemplify the CBP Core Values of Vigilance, Service to Country and Integrity. Learn more about CBP's mission, core values and careers at https://www.cbp.gov/about

Duties

Joining the Customs and Border Protection Office of Training and Development will allow you to use your veterinary expertise to provide leadership as the Supervisory Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (SDVM) operating the U.S. Border Patrol Canine Academy (USBPCA) veterinary clinic. This position starts at a salary of $103,409.00 (GS-13, Step 1) to $134,435.00 (GS-13, Step 10). In this Supervisory Veterinary Medical Officer position, you will become a key member of a team of Homeland Security professionals providing oversight and direction of a veterinary team, and performing a wide range of veterinary clinical procedures. Typical work assignments include: Performing and providing oversight of comprehensive diagnostic, medical, emergency treatment, and surgical services for/of canines at the USBPCA and is responsible for administering, developing, implementing and evaluating the medical care that is delivered. Conducting and documenting physical examinations of all canine candidates including performing and interpreting laboratory, radiological, and diagnostic procedures prior to issuing health certificates; working with training staff to ensure canines are fit for training and available when needed for scheduled training classes. Providing first level supervision to Animal Health Technicians to include planning, directing and overseeing operational work requirements to be accomplished; setting and adjusting short and long-term plans and priorities and communicating and assigning work based on mission priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees. Providing executive level advice in planning short and long-range strategies and providing technical support and instructional assistance to requesting CBP components; and working closely with senior leaders in the planning, development, delivery, evaluation, integration, and coordination of all the medical requirements of a service-wide canine training program(s) and related activities.

How To Apply

To begin your online application, click "Apply Online" to create a USAJOBS account and follow the prompts or log in to your existing account. Your application packet must include a completed assessment questionnaire, a resume, and any applicable and/or required supporting documentation. Please see the "Required Documents" section for additional information. All application materials, including transcripts, must be in English. If you are unable to apply online or need to submit a document you do not have in electronic form, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact CBP Hiring Center at CBPhiring-applicantinquiry@cbp.dhs.gov for more information regarding an alternate application process. Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email. You may apply more than once, but the most recent application is the only one that will be used. You must submit your resume, your online questionnaire, and any supporting documents by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on 07/24/2024. It is your responsibility to verify that any information entered or uploaded is received and is accurate. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. Determining your eligibility and qualifications is dependent on the supporting documentation and information provided, which may impact your referral for further consideration. If a document is not legible, you will not be able to view it in your application and you must again upload it by the closing date Please upload your resume under "Resume" and any other applicable supporting documents mentioned above under the appropriate Document Type. If your Document Type is not listed, upload as "Other." DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more. Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions. The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code

• 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R
• 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to hc-recordsmgmt@cbp.dhs.gov. View common definitions of terms in this announcement. Find us on Twitter at @CBP and @CBPJobs Find us on LinkedIn at U.S. Customs and Border Protection