OPS VETERINARIAN - 41509096

Requisition No: 840348 

Agency: Florida Gaming Control Commission

Working Title: OPS VETERINARIAN - 41509096

 Pay Plan: Seasonal

Position Number: 41509096 

Salary:  $45.00 Hourly 

Posting Closing Date: 06/15/2025 

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Florida Gaming Control Commission

Division of Pari-Mutuel Wagering

Class Title: OPS Veterinarian

Position Number: 41509096

Hiring Salary: $45.00 hourly

*Part-time Position*

Tampa, Florida

***Open Competitive***

Overview:

The Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) is a five-member commission appointed by the Governor. The FGCC is charged with investigating and enforcing Florida pari-mutuel and gaming statutes and rules.

The FGCC’s Division of Pari-Mutuel Wagering, Office of Operations, is searching for OPS Veterinarian. THIS POSITION WORKS IN A BARN WITH HORSES.  This position is governed by Chapter 550 F.S., and Section 75 F.A.C., relating to the detention and handling of racehorses at licensed racetrack facilities within the State of Florida.

NOTE:  This is a part-time position, the incumbent will work approximately 30 hours per week during the racing season at the State Detention Barn at Tampa Bay Downs racetrack, at the rate of $45 per hour.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

• The incumbent of this position will spend 75 percent of time collecting specimen samples (blood) from racing animals following strict chain-of-custody procedures to ensure evidential integrity of test results and be prepared to serve as an expert witness during administrative hearings regarding impermissible medications.
• The state veterinarian will observe the overall health of the horses and be prepared to recommend to the Stewards the scratching (disqualifying) of any horse considered to be unsound or unfit to race or that a “special” urine and/or blood sample be collected from any horse suspected of not performing according to form.
• The state veterinarian reports directly to the Regional Supervisor but is required to work closely with the detention barn supervisor and staff.
• Incumbent should be comfortable working in a barn/stable environment including the ability to walk on various surfaces, such as dirt and shavings/straw for several hours; must be able to perform work in inclement weather conditions; must be available to work afternoons and evenings, including weekends and holidays, as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to learn new skills, develop your talents, multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under stressful conditions.
• Ability to consistently comply with all written and verbally communicated agency operating protocols.
• Ability to learn and recognize important characteristics of animal behavior (e.g., be able to identify aggressive or fearful behavior).
• Ability to maintain strong positive relationships with colleagues and get along with diverse personalities.
• Incumbent must comprehensively understand, and consistently apply the provisions of Chapter 550, Florida Statutes, and Section 75, Florida Administrative Code each scheduled workday.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos and to occasionally write simple correspondence.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment and balance team and individual responsibilities. Must be able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Incumbent must consistently comply with all employer safety, security, and chain-of-custody protocols; and
• Incumbent is expected to be conscientious, dependable, punctual, and available to work irregular shifts, including weekends, holidays, and evenings; work flexible schedules as needed; work occasional evenings and/or nights; work overtime on short notice as needed.

***Information contained in responses to Qualifying Questions concerning education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities must also be clearly disclosed on the State of Florida Employment Application.  Any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in qualifying question responses will be cause for elimination from the selection process.***

Minimum Qualifications:

• One (1) year of relevant experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:  A current State of Florida license in veterinary medicine. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with thoroughbred racehorses, other breeds of horses, or other large animals.
• Verifiable experience and/or training; or a combination of extensive education and experience in the Florida regulated thoroughbred industry or a similar jurisdiction.

Where you will work:

This position is located in Tampa, Florida at the State Detention Barn at Tampa Bay Downs racetrack.

IMPORTANT NOTICES:

• This is an Other Personal Services (OPS) position. This position does not accrue leave or paid holidays.  OPS employees are required to participate in the Florida FICA Alternative Plan and are automatically enrolled. The Florida FICA Alternative Plan affords OPS employees an excellent opportunity to help accumulate money for a secure retirement.
• The Florida Gaming Control Commission has employment restrictions for all commission employees referenced in sections 16.713 and 16.715, Florida Statutes.
• This position requires a security background check and participation in direct deposit. Successful completion of L2 background screening will be required for this position and you will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) and date of birth in order to conduct this background check.

Applicants are required to apply through the People First system by the closing date, by applying online.  All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the advertisement.  If you have any questions regarding your application, you may call 1-877-562-7287. 

Special Reminders: 

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.  For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov. 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

We hire only U. S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Our agency participates in the E-Verify System which is a federal government electronic database available for employers to use to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.  

The Florida Gaming Control Commission is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.