The Arizona Department of Agriculture (ADA) is currently recruiting for a full-time Assistant State Veterinarian; this position will report to the Arizona State Veterinarian in the Animal Services Division (ASD). This position will be responsible for Central Arizona and surrounding areas. The Office of the State Veterinarian protects the livestock, poultry, and aquaculture industries directly, and the public indirectly, through the prevention, early detection, containment, and eradication of economically important livestock, poultry, and fish diseases. In addition, welfare of livestock is ensured by assisting the Livestock Inspection Program in the investigation and prosecution of cases of cruelty to animals. This Office watches over four areas: regulation of the importation of animals, control and eradication of livestock diseases, regulation of fish farming, transportation and processing and emergency response for both natural and manmade disasters affecting livestock. The Arizona Department of Agriculture has a major role in protecting both Arizona citizens and the health and welfare of the state's livestock industry. This position will enhance the capabilities of the Animal Health and Welfare Program through animal disease surveillance and response and support animal disease traceability grant programs. Developing knowledge and understanding of the Incident Command System (ICS), National Incident Management System (NIMS) and participation in training and Emergency Support Function-11 (ESF-11) response related to the Palo Verde Generating Station (PVGS) and animal disease or natural disasters affecting livestock as a part of an Incident Management Team (IMT) is expected. This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures. The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.