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Clinical Study Monitor-Animal Health

Fort Collins, CO · Remote

$33.25 - $45.25/hr

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What is a remote animal health inspector?

Remote Animal Health Inspectors are professionals who monitor, assess, and ensure the health and welfare of animals in agricultural, veterinary, or wildlife settings—often using digital tools and technology to perform their work from a distance. They may review reports, oversee compliance with animal health regulations, conduct virtual inspections, and provide guidance to animal owners or facilities. Their role is essential in preventing disease outbreaks, maintaining food safety, and supporting animal welfare, even when on-site visits are limited. The position often requires knowledge of animal health standards, regulatory compliance, and strong communication skills to work effectively in a remote environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote animal health inspector?

To thrive as a Remote Animal Health Inspector, you need a background in veterinary science or animal husbandry, knowledge of animal health regulations, and relevant certifications such as USDA accreditation. Familiarity with digital inspection tools, remote monitoring systems, and documentation software is typically required. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities help inspectors conduct thorough assessments and provide clear recommendations. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring animal welfare, regulatory compliance, and accurate reporting in a remote work environment.

How do remote animal health inspectors typically communicate and collaborate with on-site staff to ensure effective inspections?

Remote Animal Health Inspectors often rely on video calls, digital reporting tools, and cloud-based document sharing to coordinate with on-site personnel. They provide guidance, review live or recorded footage, and request specific data or samples as needed to complete thorough assessments. Building strong communication channels and fostering trust with on-site teams are essential to overcoming challenges posed by remote work, such as time zone differences or limited access to physical evidence. Regular virtual meetings and clear protocols help ensure that inspections remain accurate and efficient.

What is the difference between Remote Animal Health Inspector vs Animal Control Officer?

AspectRemote Animal Health InspectorAnimal Control Officer
Required CredentialsVeterinary or animal health certifications, state licensingAnimal control or law enforcement training, certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentRemote, office-based, field inspections via digital toolsFieldwork, animal shelters, community enforcement
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, veterinary organizationsMunicipal governments, animal shelters
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding remote roles in animal healthEnforcing animal laws and handling stray animals

The Remote Animal Health Inspector primarily focuses on remote assessments of animal health, often requiring veterinary credentials, and works mainly in an office or field setting via digital tools. In contrast, an Animal Control Officer is more involved in field enforcement, handling stray animals, and community safety. Both roles serve the animal welfare industry but differ significantly in work environment and required qualifications.

What cities are hiring for Remote Animal Health Inspector jobs?

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Animal Health Technician

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Nogales, AZ • On-site, Remote

$46K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Summary
You will be responsible for day-to-day operation of a broad range of duties in support of programs to facilitate trade and prevent the spread of animal diseases through the export or import of live animals, animal byproducts, biological materials, and organisms. Your work with Veterinary Services(VS), Field Operations, will apply technical solutions to control, prevent, and eradicate animal diseases while facilitating international trade.
Recruit Incentives have been approved for this position.
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Duties
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  • The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity.
  • The duties may include, but are not limited to:
  • Creates, organizes, and ensures completeness of animal import records.
  • Monitors and manages import request and animal release workflow and associated documentation within a web-based Veterinary Services import management system.
  • Collects and enters animal import data into required information technology systems.
  • Receives various office calls from veterinarians, importers, exporters, brokers, drivers, and job applicants; furnishes information on port operations as well as Agency regulations as needed.
  • Provides necessary advice and assistance to importers regarding forms, health certificates, routings, and various other forms and procedures, as needed.
  • Assists with administering the export program by ensuring that all files, reference materials, databases, records, directives, and requirements are complete, correct and current.

Requirements
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Conditions of employment
  • You must be a US Citizen or US National.
  • Individuals who were born male after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
  • Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
  • Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served. Refer to the Next Steps section for more information.
  • Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
  • Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/
  • Valid state driver's license is required at the time of application.
  • All USDA employees are required to be enrolled in Continuous Vetting, which authorizes government agencies to receive notifications of criminal activity on individuals who hold low risk, public trust, or national security positions.
  • The work requires standing, walking, running, bending, crouching, climbing, and lifting heavy items.

Qualifications
Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below.
FOR THE GS-6 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-5 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates:
  • Documenting data and conclusions for technical reports.
  • Assessing health and welfare problems of animals.

OR Successful completion of eighteen (18) semester hours of related graduate education obtained from an accredited college or university. Qualifying graduate courses include: agribusiness, agricultural chemistry, agricultural development, agricultural economics, agricultural education, animal breeding, animal genetics, animal health, animal nutrition, animal physiology, animal products, animal reproduction, animal science, animal toxicology, animal welfare, biological and agricultural engineering, beef cattle production, dairy herd management, dairy marketing, equine production, farm management, feeding management, meat science, physiology of lactation, poultry science, ruminant nutrition, swine production, and wildlife and fisheries science.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level.
TRANSCRIPTS are required if:
  • You are qualifying for the position based on education.
  • You are qualifying for this position based on a combination of experience and education.
  • This education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school, college, or university.

COMBINATION OF EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-6 GRADE LEVEL: Applicants may have combinations of successfully completed education and specialized experience to meet total qualification requirements. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for that grade level.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This position does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
  • Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), Reemployment Priority List (RPL), or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): Visit the OPM website for information on how to apply as a CTAP, RPL, or ICTAP eligible. To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP/ICTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP/ICTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100.
  • Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid. Any travel, transportation, and relocation expense associated with reporting for duty will be the responsibility of the selected employee.
  • Promotion Potential: If you are selected for a position with further promotion potential, you will be placed under a career development plan, and may be non-competitively promoted if you successfully complete the requirements and if recommended by management. However, promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.
  • Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here.
  • Recruit Incentives have been approved for this position.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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