Veterinarian – Animal Health *** AMENDMENT - SALARY UNDER REVIEW***

Posting details

• Reference number: ICA26J-023043-000124
• Selection process number: 26-ICA-QC-OE-TERM-QCSTH-052
• Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada. To support our Employment Transition commitments, applicants or candidates who have been accorded priority status or affected status within the CFIA, may be given first consideration for assessment and/or appointment.
• Level: VM-01

Duties

CFIA Veterinarians play a key role in Canadian food safety, forming the first line of defence against the spread of many diseases. They help to maintain healthy practices in the food and livestock industries, including sound meat hygiene and terrestrial/aquatic animal health and within research and diagnostic laboratories. Their work includes educating the public and industry officials about the potential hazards of importing products of animal origin, or through inspection of animals and meat products. CFIA Veterinarians work in a broad range of environments, performing a wide variety of critical tasks. Some key activities include: • Animal disease control and surveillance • International standard-setting for animal health • Veterinary biologics and biotechnology • Import and export of animals and animal products • Meat hygiene • Food recall and emergency response VM-01 – Animal Health Veterinarian Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, assisting in the delivery of the CFIA’s Animal Health Programs through various activities including investigating incidents of reportable diseases, conducting inspections of animal/animal products, ensuring compliance with regulations and ensuring humane transport of animals in accordance with international standards and regulations; working in slaughter establishments as required operationally.

Work environment

We offer a bilingual, science-based environment, with excellent benefits, flexible hours, opportunities for advancement, an emphasis on learning and development, strong and active Diversity Networks, and a high level of employee satisfaction. Our workforce is rich in unique identities, experiences and perspectives which are the foundation of our collective talent and strength! The Agency has adopted a common hybrid work model that aligns with the Federal Public Sector. Depending on the role, some positions require full-time on-site presence, while others allow for a potential mix of onsite and telework to leverage the best of both in-person and virtual work. Flexible arrangements may be discussed during the hiring process, depending on position-specific operational requirements.

Intent of the process

The current need is to fill a position for a term of 12 months in Lacolle, Quebec. A pool of qualified candidates will be established to staff positions in the St-Hyacinthe Region, Quebec. This pool may be used to staff positions with similar qualifications, various conditions of employment and/or various tenures including term appointments, indeterminate appointments and/or assignments.

Important messages

As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is a separate employer and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act. The CFIA considers applications from individuals who have legal status to work in Canada and does not give preference to Canadian citizens. Personal information is obtained for the purpose of determining an individual’s competence and suitability for employment. If a staffing complaint questions this determination, please be advised that relevant personal information you will provide in the course of this staffing process may be disclosed to substantiate the staffing decision. During the application or assessment process both cheating and plagiarism are considered forms of misconduct and are not permitted. Any person found cheating, including those who help others to cheat, may be subject to removal from the staffing process. Any interactions during the selection process, both written and verbal may be used in your evaluation. Contact information for two (2) references, at least one (1) of whom is your current supervisor may be asked later in the process.

Language requirements

Bilingual - imperative