Job Description
CDA- Bureau of Animal Protection Program Manager (Veterinarian II) is listed by State of Colorado. The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) is hiring a Bureau of Animal Protection Plan Manager, classified as a Veterinarian II, to lead efforts in animal welfare and livestock theft prevention.
Located in Broomfield County, this role is central to CDA's mission to strengthen Colorado's agriculture and protect consumers. You’ll handle a staff, organize investigations, and create educational programs on animal mistreatment.
This role is perfect for a licensed veterinarian with supervisory background who wants to put in clinical expertise to public policy and enforcement.
This role directly aids CDA's Wildly Vital Target of providing education on animal mistreatment and livestock theft, contributing to the $47 billion agriculture sector that assists almost 5% of Colorado's workforce.
Salary & Compensation
Salary: $106,512 - $138,888 per year.
Qualification
You must grip a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree and be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Colorado. At least three years of skilled veterinary expertise, covering one year of supervisory or scheme management know-how, is needed.
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
- Present Colorado veterinary license in decent standing.
- Minimum three years of expert veterinary background.
- At least one year of supervisory or plan management expertise.
- Understanding of animal welfare laws, livestock theft statutes, and investigative procedures.
- Capacity to build and deliver training and educational materials.
- Powerful communication and interpersonal expertise for collaboration with law enforcement and stakeholders.
- Know-how with budget management and grant administration preferred.
- Legitimate Colorado driver's license and aptitude to travel statewide.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Frank and manage the Bureau of Animal Protection, including team supervision and scheme oversight.
- Grow and put in place policies and procedures for animal mistreatment and livestock theft investigations.
- Arrange with nearby, state, and federal law enforcement agencies on animal cruelty cases.
- Provide specialist veterinary consultation on animal health and welfare matters.
- Design and hand over educational programs for the public and agricultural community on animal care and lawful responsibilities.
- Run the bureau's budget, grants, and reporting conditions.
- Evaluate and update state animal protection regulations and advise legislative adjusts.
- Represent CDA at meetings, hearings, and public events related to animal protection.
- Oversee the investigation and resolution of complaints involving animal mistreatment and livestock theft.
- Maintain exact records and prepare reports on bureau activities and outcomes.
Conditions & Requirements
- Must be a licensed veterinarian in Colorado at the time of appointment.
- Capacity to pass a background review and criminal history assess.
- Sound Colorado driver's license and consistent transportation for statewide travel.
- Willingness to perform in varied environments, such as farms, ranches, and office settings.
- May require occasional evening or weekend work for emergencies or events.
Benefits
- Annual pay span $106,512 - $138,888.
- Finish health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement advantages through the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA).
- Paid annual exit, sick depart, and holidays.
- Skilled development prospects and continuing education back.
- Life insurance and optional supplemental upsides.
- Adaptable function schedule alternatives may be on offer.
How You Will Be Evaluated
- Initial examine of submissions and supplemental questions for minimum qualifications.
- Structured meeting assessing veterinary expertise, management background, and program expertise.
- Reference inspects and verification of licensure and education.
- Background investigation covering criminal history and driving record.
- Last selection set on meeting performance, qualifications, and suitable with CDA's mission and values.
Required Documents
- Online submission through the formal application portal.
- Supplemental questions wrapped up as part of the submission.
- Resume detailing veterinary and management experience.
- Span letter describing interest in animal protection and plan management.
- Copy of current Colorado veterinary license.
- Authorized transcripts from veterinary school (may be requested later).
How to Apply
- To register, visit the Colorado state professions portal on the formal submission portal. Build or to your candidate account. Wrap up the online application form and reply all supplemental questions. Attach your resume, include letter, and a copy of your Colorado veterinary license. Evaluate your application for accuracy and send in it before the closing date of July 24, 2026. Only finalize submissions will be considered.
Additional Information
- This role is classified as a Veterinarian II under the Colorado Department of Agriculture.
- The Bureau of Animal Protection is responsible for enforcing animal cruelty and livestock theft laws statewide.
- CDA values partnership, service, professionalism, proactivity, and respect.
- The department's wildly essential targets involve expanding marketplace access, developing agricultural leaders, advancing the Colorado Water Blueprint, carrying out the Beaver Approach, and providing education on animal mistreatment and livestock theft.
- Colorado's agriculture field generated $47 billion in economic activity in 2019 and backs practically 5% of the state's workforce.
- This is a full-time, permanent post with the State of Colorado.
- For questions about the role, contact the CDA Human Resources office.
- Veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to put in.
About Company
The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) is the state agency responsible for strengthening and advancing Colorado's agriculture industry. Its mission covers boosting a protected and high-quality food supply, protecting consumers, and aids responsible stewardship of the environment.
Agriculture touches every Coloradan through food, clothing, and animal care, and CDA performs to aid farmers, ranchers, and the agricultural economy. This role sits within CDA's Bureau of Animal Protection, which focuses on preventing animal mistreatment and livestock theft.
The bureau works with law enforcement, veterinarians, and the agricultural community to enforce animal welfare laws and educate the public.
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