STEWARDSHIP VETERINARIAN (Veterinarian (General))

Department of Food & Agriculture · Sacramento County

Salary: $7,109 – $12,364 per month

Job description and requirements

Job Description and Duties Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies. We are advertising this position as Until Filled. We will review applications at the end of each month. Under the general supervision of the Research Scientist Supervisor II (RSSII), the Veterinarian (General) plans, organizes, and coordinates activities related to the State’s Antimicrobial Use and Stewardship Program. The Veterinarian (General) will work closely with and take direction from the Veterinarian Specialist to develop guidelines for on-farm antimicrobial use, husbandry, optimal health outcomes, and sustainable stewardship. The incumbent may act as a lead on one or more programs or functions, provide technical assistance to local veterinarians, and is responsible for providing technical guidance and instruction to lower level professional and support staff. The incumbent will create effective guidelines and best management practices, which require extensive investigation, development, and efficacy assessments. As an employee of the California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA), you are required to perform the “essential functions” of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, then CDFA is the place for you!! This CDFA work location is near restaurants, coffee shops, and a farmer’s market. We are within walking distance to light rail/public transportation, across the street from beautiful Capitol Park, and two miles from Downtown Commons (DOCO). This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The CDFA does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements • The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions. A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate SOQ based on the instructions below may be disqualified from this recruitment. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered in lieu of the SOQ. The SOQ instructions and questions/prompts are below. • Restate questions/prompts prior to response • Include your name and job control number at the top of each page • Must be single-spaced, no more than two (2) pages, and Arial size 11 font • Please describe your interest in this Veterinarian General position and what skills or abilities do you hope to bring to the Antimicrobial Use and Stewardship team?
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Job Description and Duties

Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

We are advertising this position as Until Filled. We will review applications at the end of each month.

Under the general supervision of the Research Scientist Supervisor II (RSSII), the Veterinarian (General) plans, organizes, and coordinates activities related to the State’s Antimicrobial Use and Stewardship Program. The Veterinarian (General) will work closely with and take direction from the Veterinarian Specialist to develop guidelines for on-farm antimicrobial use, husbandry, optimal health outcomes, and sustainable stewardship. The incumbent may act as a lead on one or more programs or functions, provide technical assistance to local veterinarians, and is responsible for providing technical guidance and instruction to lower level professional and support staff. The incumbent will create effective guidelines and best management practices, which require extensive investigation, development, and efficacy assessments.

As an employee of the California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA), you are required to perform the “essential functions” of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. If you are interested in becoming part of a diverse and inclusive workforce where talent, experience, and expertise are valued, then CDFA is the place for you!!

This CDFA work location is near restaurants, coffee shops, and a farmer’s market. We are within walking distance to light rail/public transportation, across the street from beautiful Capitol Park, and two miles from Downtown Commons (DOCO).

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The CDFA does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

  • The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be submitted with your Employment Application (STD. 678). Applications received without an appropriate SOQ based on the instructions below may be disqualified from this recruitment. Resumes, cover letters, and other documents will not be considered in lieu of the SOQ. The SOQ instructions and questions/prompts are below.

• Restate questions/prompts prior to response

• Include your name and job control number at the top of each page

• Must be single-spaced, no more than two (2) pages, and Arial size 11 font

  1. Please describe your interest in this Veterinarian General position and what skills or abilities do you hope to bring to the Antimicrobial Use and Stewardship team?

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Department of Food & Agriculture currently has 19 other open positions in this database.

Regional hiring context

There are 631 current state openings in Sacramento County, including this position.

Application timeline

This is a continuous filing that has been listed for 83 days since CA Public Jobs first observed it.

Posting history

This posting appears on CalCareers. CA Public Jobs first observed it on August 14, 2026. It was last verified open on November 4, 2026.

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