Veterinarian

Salary : $152,244.00 - $247,560.00 Annually
Location : Fresno
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: N13723
Department: Animal Center Department
Opening Date: 04/01/2026
Closing Date: 8/5/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: 02A


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Position Description
Be part of the City of Fresno's new Animal Center Department! The City of Fresno Animal Center Department is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Veterinarian to join their team. The Veterinarian will play a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of the animals in the Center's care while embodying the goals, innovation, and animal care compassion that the City Manager envisions for the veterinary program and the community.


The ideal candidate should possess thorough knowledge in veterinary, treatment, prevention, control, surgical procedures, and care of a wide range of animals; knowledge of California state, federal, and municipal animal health laws and regulations governing the impounding, releasing and euthanasia of animals; and possess the ability to develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards of staff. 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 time of appointment. Note: A prospective veterinarian who is licensed in another state may be hired by the City of Fresno while in the process of obtaining their State of California license. The incumbent must acquire their California license within six (6) months of appointment and cannot practice or serve as the City's Veterinarian until such time 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 is required within sixty (60) days of appointment.

Must obtain valid Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) license within ninety (90) days of hire and maintain a valid license while employed. May be required to hold the Veterinary Premises License issued by the State of California Veterinary Medical Board.
Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is between $143,496-$233,340. Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at
The Process

To pursue this phenomenal career opportunity, please visit our website at To apply, please complete an employment application and upload your letter of interest, resume, and five work-related references. 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


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How To Apply

For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. 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.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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BENEFIT

DESCRIPTION

HEALTH INSURANCE

The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT

IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.

LIFE INSURANCE
Benefit equal to annual salary, $150,000 max; premium paid by the City.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION

Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings. Employer contribution of $75 per month for E5-E22 Ranges, if enrolled in 457 plan.

ANNUAL LEAVE

Accrue 15.50 - 18.83 hours per month based on years of service with maximum accrual and cash out provisions, available after 6 months.

MANAGEMENT LEAVE

60 hours per fiscal year for exempt employees only.

SUPPLEMENTAL MANAGEMENT LEAVE

E1 -E5 Ranges may be granted up to 32 hours per fiscal year.


HOLIDAYS

10 City-observed annual holidays, plus birthday and 2 personal days.

BILINGUAL PREMIUM

$100 per month upon approved certification

LONG-TERM DISABILITY

Benefit equal to 66.66% of monthly salary up to $7,500 per month after 30 days of disability; premium paid by the City.

SUPPLEMENTAL SICK
40 hours per fiscal year.


80 hours lifetime maximum accrual.


HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT (HRA)

Eligible retirees can use the remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 240 hours, at 80% of hourly rate and other qualified leave balances, tax free, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses.

RETIREMENT - City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.


DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits include ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.
Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at
Please note that the benefits package described above is specific to permanent full-time employees. Employees engaged on a part-time, temporary, limited, or other basis may have different entitlements.
01


Do you possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Veterinary Medicine?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you possess a valid license to practice veterinary medicine issued by the State of California Veterinary Medical Board, or do you possess a valid license in another State? If YES, please upload proof of a valid license to your application.

• Yes, I possess a valid license to practice veterinary medicine, and I have uploaded proof of license to my application.
• No, I do not possess a valid license to practice veterinary medicine.

03


I acknowledge and understand the following: Incumbents assigned to the Animal Center will be exposed to a working environment with animals (primarily dogs and cats) which may lead to possible exposure of unpleasant odors and noises, allergens, interactions with animals, and possible exposure to zoonotic diseases; and may be required to handle and restrain animals humanely and safely using approved protocols and practices and may be required to handle and restrain animals humanely and safely using approved protocols, personal protective equipment (PPE) and practices including assisting in cleaning and disinfecting kennel areas, food dishes and equipment along with feeding and exercising animals.

• I acknowledge the above statement.

Required Question