Veterinarian - Spay and Neuter Clinic

Overview

The City of Cleveland is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinarian. This position will oversee all aspects of animal care, including testing, records, surgical procedures, health checks and spay and neuter. The role is ideal for a licensed Veterinarian seeking a mission-driven career and a consistent work schedule, with a focus on animal welfare, community health, and public service. The incumbent will play a vital leadership role in reducing pet overpopulation, improving shelter animal outcomes, and advancing the City’s humane animal care mission.

The Veterinarian will enjoy CLE Total Rewards benefits, including the potential for student loan forgiveness, work-life balance, competitive healthcare premiums, and one of the largest public employee retirement systems in the country.

• Under the administrative direction of the Chief Animal Control Officer and Shelter Manager, oversee the medical treatment of animals at the City Kennel and Animal Clinic.
• Perform animal surgeries and administer medications.
• Observe quarantined animals for signs of contagious disease and prepare samples for diagnostic testing.
• Perform euthanasia on animals as necessary.
• Order required medical supplies and oversee office record-keeping practices.
• Check on animals in City kennels and advise leadership on health conditions related to the kennels.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.

• Valid Ohio Veterinarian License.
• Valid State of Ohio Driver's License.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited veterinary school.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems independently.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise reports and recommendations.
• Ability to make data-driven, fiscally responsible and timely decisions.
• Ability to effectively use office equipment and applications.

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - qualifying student loans may be forgiven after 10 years of eligible public service.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) pension.
• Participation in Ohio Deferred Compensation Plan.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• On-site free parking.
• Eligibility for credit union membership.
• Work-life balance and a predictable work schedule.
• Professional liability covered by the City; no separate liability policy required.

This rewarding role allows veterinarians to focus on community impact and connections, rather than production goals and client billing. The position offers a supportive, engaging work culture, long-term stability, growth, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

The area offers a small-city cost of living, affordable housing, nationally ranked healthcare, vibrant arts and sports, strong school districts, easy access to Lake Erie, and one of the nation’s best park systems. Greater Cleveland is suitable for raising a family, networking with professionals, or pursuing a rewarding second chapter. For more, visit:

Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin/ancestry, military status, disability, age or religion.

The City's guiding principles are: placing Clevelanders at the Center, empowering employees to do purposeful work, defining clear and pragmatic objectives, leading with trust and transparency, striving for equity in all we do, and embracing change. All City employees are responsible for embracing and carrying out these principles in all that they do.