Per Diem Veterinarian

Job Description:

Per Diem Veterinarian

Description

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Position Description

To pursue this phenomenal career opportunity, please visit our website at www.fresno.gov/jobs .

The City of Fresno offers outstanding career opportunities for veterinarians seeking flexible, shift-paid scheduling who have a passion for making an impact on life-saving efforts at the Fresno Animal Center. These positions will significantly enhance spay and neuter surgical capacity and medical care provided to homeless pets, helping them recover and quickly find homes. This position will work closely with and provide critical relief for the staff Veterinarian and be instrumental in carrying out the City Manager’s vision for the veterinary programs for the community.

The ideal candidate should possess thorough knowledge of veterinary treatment, prevention, control, and surgical procedures, as well as care for a wide range of animals. Additionally, they should be familiar with California state, federal, and municipal animal health laws and regulations governing the impounding, releasing, and euthanasia of animals. In addition, qualified candidates must possess and maintain a valid license to practice veterinary medicine issued by the State of California Veterinary Medical Board. Veterinarians who are licensed in another State may be qualified but must acquire a valid license from the State of California to practice veterinary medicine at the time of appointment. Note: A prospective veterinarian who is licensed in another state may be hired by the City of Fresno while obtaining their State of California license. The incumbent must obtain their California license within six (6) months of appointment and cannot practice or serve as the City’s Veterinarian until a valid license to practice veterinary medicine, issued by the State of California Veterinary Medical Board, is granted.

Possession and continued maintenance of a valid California Driver's License may be required within sixty (60) days of appointment.

This is an unclassified position in which incumbent serves at the will of the Director.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is a flat rate of $1,000 per shift. This position offers a flat rate of $1,000 per shift. It is not a contract role-Per-Diem Veterinarians will be hired as City of Fresno employees and compensated via W-2 payroll, not 1099.

The Process

To pursue this phenomenal career opportunity, please visit our website at www.fresno.gov/jobs . To apply, please complete an employment application and upload your letter of interest, resume, and five work-related references. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. A select group of candidates will be invited to participate in the department interviews. Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.

Inquiries should be directed to:

Stephanie Rendon, Sr Human Resources/Risk Analyst

2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030

Fresno, California 93721-3614

(559) 621-6950

How To Apply

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email [email protected]. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.

Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.

For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage . If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.

Veteran’s Preference

If an examination is conducted for a position within the classified service, qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score. Candidates must submit a copy of their DD214 Member 4 form or electronic copy indicating honorable discharge with each application prior to the filing deadline.

Unit 8B

UNREPRESENTED TEMPORY EMPLOYEES

BENEFIT

DESCRIPTION

SICK LEAVE

Accrue 1 hour for every 30 hours worked.

The benefit above only applied to City of Fresno employees.

Closing Date/Time: 5/25/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

See Position Description