DOA’s Job Vacancies 2024
Please find below current job vacancies at the Department of Agriculture.
Online Applications only. No paper applications will be accepted.
Visit www.careers.gov.ky for the full job description.
FARM LABOURER – POULTRY- GRAND CAYMAN
JOB PURPOSE
The Department of Agriculture seeks an individual to carry out a wide range of tasks at the Department of Agriculture’s field station, office complex as well as off-station duties, focusing mainly on the Poultry Innovation and Education Center to support the health and well-being of poultry and maintain the facility.
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
- High school graduate with English and Math.
- Must possess basic knowledge in agriculture, with a keen interest in poultry.
- Attention to detail with the ability to recognize symptoms of common poultry diseases and health issues.
- Must be able to lift or carry up to fifty (50) pounds from one point to the next
- Must have a good work attitude and be a team player.
- Must have a pleasant personality and be able to communicate well with customers and co-workers.
- Ability to work as part of a team, on his/her own or with limited or no supervision
- Must be able to follow instructions carefully on a wide range of tasks.
SALARY $ 30,312 – $39,780 per annum
Closing Date: September 29, 2024
Benefits are in accordance with the Public Service Management Act and Personnel Regulations, the Public Service Pensions Law and the CINICO Health Plan, as may be amended from time to time. Pension and health benefits are non-contributory. The full job description and application form can be obtained at www.careers.gov.ky . No paper applications will be accepted, applicants must apply online through the www.careers.gov.ky website.
VETERINARY OFFICER – GRAND CAYMAN
JOB PURPOSE
The Department of Agriculture seeks an individual to provide professional animal health care to a growing agriculture industry and to regulate the importation/exportation of all animals, animal products and foods of animal origin in order to protect the local fauna, as well as the health and safety of the general public.
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent. Sound knowledge of the principles and practices of veterinary medicine and surgery, disease surveillance and control, veterinary public health, and regulatory medicine is a must.
- One (1) year internship in large animal medicine at a recognised institution under the Supervision of a Qualified Veterinarian OR a minimum of 5 years’ experience in an active, clinical position with a focus in large animal veterinary medicine.
- Ability to plan and conduct veterinary field, laboratory and abattoir services with minimal instruction and supervision; Ability to properly supervise and train subordinate staff; computer literacy.
- Must have a good work attitude and be a team player.
- Must have a pleasant personality and be able to communicate well with customers and co-workers.
SALARY $ 83,280 – $100,296 per annum
Closing Date: October 09, 2024
Benefits are in accordance with the Public Service Management Act and Personnel Regulations, the Public Service Pensions Law and the CINICO Health Plan, as may be amended from time to time. Pension and health benefits are non-contributory. The full job description and application form can be obtained at www.careers.gov.ky . No paper applications will be accepted, applicants must apply online through the www.careers.gov.ky website.
Important note: All applicants for the Veterinary Officer position, please review the General guidelines and information for registration of veterinary practitioners and complete the Application form A Reg. 4 (Veterinary Surgeon) (mandatory requirement).
