State Veterinarian - Anticipated Vacancy
About the position
This is a full-time professional veterinary leadership position offering the opportunity to influence animal health and public health programs across the State of Maine. The position directs and oversees poultry, livestock, and, as needed, domestic animal disease control programs, playing a key role in protecting animal welfare, agricultural industries, and human public health statewide. The work involves leading and enforcing regulatory laws and implementing programs related to animal health, animal welfare, disease control, and public health. This is a highly technical and specialized role that allows for a high level of professional independence, with no technical supervision for standard veterinary activities. The position is well suited for an experienced veterinarian seeking meaningful responsibility, decision-making authority, and the ability to shape policy and program outcomes. To support evolving program needs, the employee may receive additional specialized training—such as forensics, meat inspection, or incident command—as determined by the State Veterinarian. Some training opportunities may require extended out-of-state travel. The position works collaboratively with other State Veterinarians under general administrative direction. This position can involve a hybrid work schedule, combining office and remote work. For questions specific to the position, please contact Megan Patterson at: [email protected]
Responsibilities
• Directs and oversees poultry, livestock, and, as needed, domestic animal disease control programs
• Protecting animal welfare, agricultural industries, and human public health statewide
• Leading and enforcing regulatory laws and implementing programs related to animal health, animal welfare, disease control, and public health
• Works collaboratively with other State Veterinarians under general administrative direction
Requirements
• A current license to practice veterinary medicine and one (1) year of professional veterinarian experience beyond such licensure.
• License to practice veterinary medicine in Maine as issued by the Maine Board of Veterinary Medicine.
• USDA Category II accreditation will be required.
Benefits
• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and confidential employees receive three (3) personal leave days.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements .
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 18.91% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office .
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act .
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .
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This is a full-time professional veterinary leadership position offering the opportunity to influence animal health and public health programs across the State of Maine. The position directs and oversees poultry, livestock, and, as needed, domestic animal disease control programs, playing a key role in protecting animal welfare, agricultural industries, and human public health statewide. The work involves leading and enforcing regulatory laws and implementing programs related to animal health, animal welfare, disease control, and public health. This is a highly technical and specialized role that allows for a high level of professional independence, with no technical supervision for standard veterinary activities. The position is well suited for an experienced veterinarian seeking meaningful responsibility, decision-making authority, and the ability to shape policy and program outcomes. To support evolving program needs, the employee may receive additional specialized training—such as forensics, meat inspection, or incident command—as determined by the State Veterinarian. Some training opportunities may require extended out-of-state travel. The position works collaboratively with other State Veterinarians under general administrative direction. This position can involve a hybrid work schedule, combining office and remote work. For questions specific to the position, please contact Megan Patterson at: [email protected]
Responsibilities
• Directs and oversees poultry, livestock, and, as needed, domestic animal disease control programs
• Protecting animal welfare, agricultural industries, and human public health statewide
• Leading and enforcing regulatory laws and implementing programs related to animal health, animal welfare, disease control, and public health
• Works collaboratively with other State Veterinarians under general administrative direction
Requirements
• A current license to practice veterinary medicine and one (1) year of professional veterinarian experience beyond such licensure.
• License to practice veterinary medicine in Maine as issued by the Maine Board of Veterinary Medicine.
• USDA Category II accreditation will be required.
Benefits
• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and confidential employees receive three (3) personal leave days.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements .
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 18.91% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office .
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act .
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .
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