Job Description

The approximately 345 employees of the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) are responsible for a wide range of programs that affect the quality of life of every Iowan. Both Iowans living on the farm and those in our towns and cities are impacted almost daily by the work of the Department.

The Meat & Poultry Inspection Bureau is recruiting for a full-time Veterinarian Supervisor for the Southwest Iowa region. The successful candidate will conduct inspection verification activities in official establishments based on the establishment's requested or scheduled official slaughter and/or processing for the day and/or week. (Required: Current Iowa Veterinarian License and valid driver’s license.)

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This position supervises the inspectors, including evaluation of job performance and accomplishment of assigned responsibilities for Northeast Iowa. Responds to questions and requests for assistance from inspectors on slaughter and processing inspection, sampling, labeling, and other inspection-related issues as they arise. Manages inspector assignments and scheduling to ensure coverage of all facilities and a uniform workload.

Duties:
Holds training and informational meetings with inspectors on a quarterly basis and as needed in order to:

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  Review current Federal Directives and Notices issued.
• Review establishment’s implementation of Food Safety System requirements
• Review any changes in State policy regarding inspection from the Des Moines office.
• Review PHIS data.
• Discuss in-plant problems relating to inspection.

Aids the inspector in securing compliance from plant management regarding all facets of inspection, including necessary facility updates and compliance with HACCP, Sanitation, Slaughter, Processing, and Labeling regulations. Mediates conflicts between plant management and inspection staff, and responds to appeals of Noncompliance Records.

Plans visits to assigned plants, with or without inspectors.

• Visits official plants at least once every six weeks and reviews records, existing conditions, steps taken to correct existing deficiencies, and any other areas of concern.
• Conducts a system audit of each official plant on an annual basis.
• Performs Risk-Based Inspections (RBIs) of all assigned custom plants annually, or following two Critical-finding RBIs by the inspector
• When assigned by the Bureau Chief, conducts Statewide Verification Reviews in assigned custom plants as set forth in the State Performance Plan.
• Surveys and reviews plants for ownership changes and license changes; on request of interested parties reviews proposed facilities and floorplans for suitability as a meat or poultry establishment.

Makes reports to the State Office regarding existing conditions in each assigned plant, and what steps have been taken to correct existing deficiencies. The Bureau Chief is informed as to the performance and activity of each inspector. Provides accurate weekly and monthly reports such as the state vehicle report, expense voucher, T-28, itinerary, time sheet, leave slip and such other reports as are requested by the Bureau Chief.

Maintains plant and inspector records and files in home office. These file records are current, accurate, and orderly.

Has the responsibility to make final disposition of diseased carcasses and adulterated product, including sampling for microbiological and residue testing as indicated.

Maintains the highest standards of personal conduct and integrity and strictly adheres to the Regulations and Departmental work rules. Exhibits a professional personal appearance and maintains assigned state property in an acceptable condition.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Bureau Chief, including but not limited to assisting in foreign animal disease response.

Applicants may attach a cover letter and resume to their application. Application materials can be uploaded in the Attachments Section during the application process.
As an employee of IDALS you are a State of Iowa employee and eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Low out of pocket, high quality family medical insurance as low as $180.00 per month, single as low as $54.00 per month
• Dental insurance is free for single and $44.00 per month for family coverage
• $20,000 basic life insurance at no cost, voluntary supplemental life for an additional cost, and long term disability insurance at no cost
• Exceptional retirement package includes IPERS (Iowa Public Employee Retirement System) which is a fixed income or defined benefit pension plan
• In addition to IPERS a deferred compensation plan (similar to a 401K) with a state match of up to $75.00 per month
• Paid leave includes – 9 holidays, sick, vacation, military leave, and jury duty leave

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and one year of full-time experience as a practicing, licensed veterinarian.

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Additional Qualification Requirements

All applicants for this classification must be able to obtain a valid driver's license, and be willing to travel extensively.

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