Assistant Veterinarian; Part-Time

Overview

The City of Henderson announces an examination to create a consideration for hire list and to fill one (1) vacancy for the classification of Assistant City Veterinarian (Part-Time) in the Department of Community Development and Services. The list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year. Under general supervision of the City Veterinarian, provides licensed medical, surgical, and other services dealing with the prevention, treatment, and control of diseases and injuries for domesticated and wild animals;

and performs related duties as assigned.

• This is a part-time, at-will position
• This position requires enrollment in the City's Alternate Retirement Systems (ARS)
• This position is not eligible for any health insurance, or retirement benefits under the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) of Nevada, or pay increases
• This position will average approximately 19 hours per week, though the hours may fluctuate based on the departmental staffing needs
• May be required to work an alternative or flexible work schedule, outside of normal business hours, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or extended hours
• The physical work location is the Henderson Animal Protection Facility located at 300 E Galleria Drive, Henderson, NV, 89011
• Incumbent will be working in close contact with a variety of animals, including birds, cats, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, etc. which also includes various, strong odors and loud sound

• Graduation from a veterinary school with a doctor’s degree in veterinary medicine
• Two (2) years of experience as a practicing small animal veterinarian
• Note:
  
  An equivalent combination of related education, experience, and training may be considered
• Must possess a License to Practice Veterinary Medicine from the Nevada State Board of Veterinary Examiners or from a similar agency of another state, at the time of application
• Must possess a License to Practice Veterinary Medicine from the Nevada State Board of Veterinary Examiners or obtain prior to effective date of employment
• Must possess a valid Nevada Driver's License at time of appointment and maintain a satisfactory driving record
• All required licenses and certificates, as mandated by local, state, and federal laws, or as required herein, must be obtained and maintained as a condition of continued employment and at the incumbents’ expense

• Completed Employment Application
• Copy of License to Practice Veterinary Medicine from the Nevada State Board of Veterinary Examiners or from a similar agency of another state

* Please attach your documents to the Attachments section of your application. Instructions for attachment are provided in the application system.*

Structured Selection Interview (Weighted 100%) — Thursday, March 12, 2026

All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, including where and when to report. The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above.

All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and be available to participate in the testing process on any of the dates listed above. The selection process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post-offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.