Minimum starting salary is $105,000.00 - Depending on Qualifications
Required Education:
DVM or equivalent
Internal Number: 2023-01095
Minimum Starting Salary: $105,000.00 - Depending on Qualifications
WHY WORK FOR WACO:
Meaningful and challenging work
Make a difference and improve communities
Competitive Salary and Benefits
Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
Education Assistance Program
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance
Longevity Pay
And More!
Chance to do work you are passionate about
Job Security
Desire to give back
THE CITY OF WACO SEEKS: A detail-oriented candidate with experience in medical processes and procedures, especially animal spaying and neutering. If you have the desire to help improve the quality of life and the successful live release of shelter animals through medical intervention, please apply!
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Required:
Graduation from a college or university accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Veterinary Medical Doctor (VMD) degree
Two years of clinical experience as a veterinarian, preferably in a shelter environment.
Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
Licensed by The Texas State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners to practice Veterinary Medicine in Texas.
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) License within one year of hire.
Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) License within one year of hire.
Hours:
Monday - Friday
Will include on-call, various hours, and flexibility.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision, maintains the health and welfare of all animals in the City Animal Shelter; manages a diverse collection of animals by providing professional veterinary care that includes preventative care, diagnostic procedures, triage, and general medical and basic surgical treatments.
Whether you drive, fly, or walk to Waco, you’re guaranteed a fun visit in the heartland of Texas!
Waco is situated on the I-35 corridor between Dallas and Austin, Waco’s the place to stop for scores of shops and restaurants galore. So, come on by and stay for a visit!
The city was founded in 1849 by the Huaco Indians that lived on the land in the present-day downtown area.
Waco is the county seat of McLennan County. It also offers some major attractions, five historic homes, seven recreational venues, and nine arts organizations staging theatrical and musical productions, as well as art exhibitions.
The City is the birthplace of Dr Pepper, the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame.
Waco is also home to the Waco Mammoth National Monument, a 100-plus acre stretch of wooded parkland along the Bosque River. The site provides a glimpse into the lives of Columbian mammoth bones discovered in Waco along the Bosque River and is part of the National Parks System.