VETERINARIAN

Description **Help shape Hesperia, where rural charm meets opportunity!

Join the City of Hesperia’s Animal Shelter as a Veterinarian and be part of a team driven by service, integrity, innovation, and efficiency. Help us create a safe, thriving community while experiencing true Hometown Hospitality.** Examples of Duties

We’re looking for a compassionate Shelter Veterinarian to make an impact on the health and well-being of animals in our community. In this role, you’ll provide expert medical care, perform high-quality spay/neuter surgeries, oversee treatments and vaccinations for stray animals, and manage emergency cases. You’ll establish health protocols, maintain detailed medical records, and ensure safe handling and compliance of medications. As a leader, you’ll support and train staff, promote responsible pet ownership, and build community connections through adoption events and outreach. This unique position combines hands-on veterinary care, team leadership, and community impact—join us to make a real difference in animal welfare at the City of Hesperia's Animal Shelter.

To learn more about the role and its responsibilities, click here for a detailed overview: Veterinarian Job Description

Bonus Structure We’re excited to offer a bonus structure that rewards your dedication and continuous contributions to our team’s success!

• Sign-On Bonus: New team members are eligible for a one-time $2,500 sign-on bonus, paid after completing their first full pay period. (Subject to applicable taxes and withholdings.)

• Retention Incentive: We’re committed to recognizing your dedication with a retention bonus totaling $50,000 over a 48-month period with continuous employment IAW our bonus Policy.

• After 6 months: Receive $5,000

• After 12 months: Receive $10,000

• After 24 months: Receive $10,000

• After 48 months: Receive $25,000

Join us, and enjoy these rewards for your hard work and commitment!

Typical Qualifications Any education and experience providing the necessary skills and knowledge for a Veterinarian position. Typically, this includes a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited institution and one year of experience in animal diagnosis, treatment, and surgery in a clinical, private practice, or shelter environment. Relevant clinical experience during veterinary school may qualify. Shelter experience preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• Current Veterinary Medicine license from the California Board of Examiners.
• DEA license (within 90 days of hire, maintain while employed).

Other Requirements: Must adhere to the City's Adjusted Workweek Schedule, including assignments on weekends, holidays, nights, and rotating shifts. On-call for emergencies and pre-scheduled days to support community service.

Standard Employment Benefits

• Prior Public Service—CalPERS Formula 2.7% @ 55 (Employee contributes 8% (employee cost) and 1% (cost sharing) of annual salary)
• CalPERS Pension Reform Formula 2% @ 62 (Employee contributes 7.75% (normal cost) of annual salary)
• Health Benefits – up to $1,750 per month toward medical, dental and vision insurance
• City Paid
• Employee Only Premium for Dental Insurance
• Employee Only Premium for Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vacation (80 hours accrued during first year)
• 13 holidays
• Sick leave (96 hours per year)
• Employee Assistance Program available
• 457 (b) Deferred Compensation Program available
• IRS 125 Plan Flexible Spending Accounts available
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance participation required
• Adjusted Workweek Schedule participation required
• The City does not participate in the Social Security program, except for the mandatory 1.45% Medicare Contribution

At Will Senior Management Classifications

• 84 Hours Administrative Leave per fiscal year
• 4% City Contribution into 401 (a) Deferred Compensation Plan

Contracted Benefits to include;

• Designated titles receive cell phone allowance of $100 per month

01

Do you have a valid license to practice Veterinary Medicine issued by the California Board of Examiners in Veterinary Medicine?

• Yes
• No

02

I understand that official transcripts are required and must be uploaded as part of my application. I acknowledge that failure to submit my transcripts along with my application may result in my disqualification from the application process.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question