Salary: $112,244.00 - $152,336.00 Annually
Location : Upper Marlboro, MD
Job Type: Probationary FT
Job Number: 10975
Department: Department of the Environment
Division: Animal Services Admin
Opening Date: 10/15/2026
Closing Date: 10/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit:Max Number of Applicants: 100
Nature and Variety of WorkThe Prince George's County
Department of The Environment is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a
Veterinarian, grade
G31 position, in the
Animal Services Division.
About the PositionThis is management-level, professional and administrative work involving the medical care and medical policies and procedures of Animal Control and the operation of the Animal Control Facility. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting the Associate Director, Animal Management Division, in the overall administration of the Division by exercising their medical expertise across all areas of the operation. They may supervise and direct staff of in the care, health, and well-being of the animals in our care and within Prince George's County. This is an opportunity for a leader to work with the Associate Director to build a health program for the animals and people of Prince George's County that has significant and lasting impact. This position is designated "essential" in accordance with DOE Instruction 110.4.
About the AgencyThe Department of the Environment works for a healthy, beautiful, and sustainable County through programs that provide clean water, flood control, recycling and waste management, litter prevention, sustainable animal management, and pet adoption in partnership with residents and other stakeholders.
Some of our core services include providing clean water services (Stormwater Management Division); flooding prevention for buildings and structures (Flood Management and Environmental Resilience Division and Stormwater Management Division); collecting, processing, and diverting waste from the County-operated landfill, commercial facilities, and households (Sustainable Waste Management Division); providing sustainability services to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (Flood Management and Environmental Resilience Division); and facilitating pet adoptions, managing an animal holding facility, issuing pet licenses, investigating cruelty complaints, and conducting humane outreach and education events (Animal Services Division).
Examples of Work - Provides oversight and guidance of all medical care within the Animal Services Division, inside and outside the facility, and the county.
- Provides the Associate Director assistance preparing a long-term plan for the development of the medical operations of Animal Services Division.
- Prepares and reviews detailed reports, letters, and memorandums relating to Divisional programs and operations.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from an accredited College or University.
- Must be licensed by the State of Maryland to practice veterinary medicine at the time of application and license must be maintained during employment.
- Two (2) years of professional veterinarian experience, including one (1) year of work in a public shelter or high volume spay/neuter clinic.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Class C driver's license from the applicant's state of residence.
EACH APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION THAT CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION. Additional InformationSalary Range Transparency: The salary range listed in this announcement reflects the anticipated offer range for this position. Offers made within this range are based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity.
Tentative Interview Dates: October 26-October 30, 2026Please note that interview dates are subject to change and only selected candidates will receive confirmation and additional details.
Job Location: 3750 Brown Station Rd, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Conditions of Employment: Upon selection, the candidate must (where applicable):- Meet all training and performance standards and demonstrate proficiency as required by the agency.
- Wear and use agency protective apparel and equipment in the performance of their assigned duties.
- Successfully pass preemployment checks which may include reference checks, background investigations, and drug screenings, where applicable.
- Be willing and able to serve as an essential employee. Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTEDThe premiums for health benefits are deducted on a pre-tax basis with the exception of Long-Term Disability, Extra Life Insurance and Voluntary Benefits (Short-Term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Cancer Indemnity, Hospital Indemnity Protection, Accident Indemnity Plan, Supplemental Dental and Group Legal Services).
New employees must enroll in the County's health benefit plans within thirty (30) days of the hire date. The effective date of the health benefits coverage is the
beginning of the month following a waiting period of forty-five (45) days from the date of hire. After enrolling in the County's benefit plans, employees may only make changes to the plans either during the open enrollment period, which occurs annually (usually each October), and/or during the year, due to a family status change (i.e., marriage, births, divorce and adoption).
Employee Benefits
Prince George's County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
- Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage (part time employees are eligible for medical insurance if they work 15 + hours, per week)
- Group Term Life Insurance
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Assistance Program
- Health Care Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Leave (Annual, Personal, & Sick)
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Retirement Benefits
- Defined Benefit Pension Plan
- Employer Contribution Rate-11.71%
- Supplemental Pension Plan
- Employee Contribution Rate (Pre-Tax)-3.48%
- 457(b)
- 403(b)
- Employee Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary Benefits
- Critical Illness
- Whole Life Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Legal Services
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IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ AND ACKNOWLEDGE: I acknowledge and understand that my responses to the supplemental questions must align with the information provided under the Work Experience and Education sections of my application. My responses to the questions below and the information provided under Work Experience and Education will determine if I meet all minimum qualifications for the position. I understand that attaching a resume does not fulfill the requirement to complete the application and answer all questions. While I am highly encouraged to attach a resume, I understand that only information provided in my application will be used to evaluate my experience and education for this opportunity.
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Which best describes your highest level of education completed? Please do not include education that is in process.
- Some high school, but did not graduate
- High School Diploma or G.E.D
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate/PHD/JD
- Other
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Do you possess a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from an accredited college or university?
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Are you licensed by the State of Maryland to practice veterinary medicine?
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If you answered yes to the question above on license, please provide a copy of your license with your application and indicate license number here. This is required. If you do not have this credential, please type N/A.
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
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How many years of professional experience do you have in veterinary medicine?
- I do not possess this experience
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1 year of experience
- 2 years of experience
- 3 years of experience
- 4 years of experience
- 5+ years of experience
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If the previous question applies to you, please explain your experience as well as list/dates of employment with your answer. Answers such as "See Resume" will not be accepted.
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How many years of professional veterinary experience in a public shelter or high volume spay/neuter clinic do you possess?
- I do not possess this experience
- Less than 1 year of experience
- 1 year of experience
- 2 years of experience
- 3 years of experience
- 4 years of experience
- 5+ years of experience
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If the previous question applies to you, please explain your experience as well as list/dates of employment with your answer. Answers such as "See Resume" will not be accepted.
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This is an essential position. Are you willing and able to participate as an essential employee? Essential employees are expected to report during standard or non-standard hours as operations necessitate, or during emergencies. Essential employees are expected to report or remain at work when other County employees are granted Administrative Leave.
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