Employment Opportunities
The Texas Animal Health Commission is committed to building a workforce and workplace culture where our mission meets the needs of our employees, customers, and those that serve the livestock industry.
The Texas Animal Health Commission offers employment opportunities all around the state of Texas. Please see individual job listings for details and instructions on how to apply.
The Texas Animal Health Commission is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, please review our EEO Commitment statement below.
For more information about employment with the State of Texas, please visit www.WorkInTexas.com or CAPPS Career Section.
Veterans Liaison
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Open Positions
Click on a position to view a detailed position description.
- Field Veterinarians – Amarillo, Beeville, Laredo/Willacy
- Region Director (Veterinarian IV) – Amarillo
Apply With Us
To submit your application for employment, select the job opening of interest, follow the link indicated in the job announcement, then select "Apply Online." Create and/or Login to your CAPPS on-line applicant profile and electronically submit your State of Texas Application for Employment. You can also apply via Work in Texas. TAHC does not accept paper applications. Resumes do not take place of the application.
For CAPPS applicant log-in issues, please reset your password, wait 10 minutes, and a temporary password will be sent to the email address on file. TAHC does not have the ability to reset applicant passwords.
Tips on Applying
- You must complete the State of Texas Application.
- Ensure application is current, complete, and detailed.
- Include all information requested such as education, experience, previous compensation, reasons for leaving, and other information.
- Do not leave any fields blank.
- Do not enter "see resume."
- If needed, attach supporting documents such as transcripts, certifications and/or licensures, and any other required documents with your application.
Resumes and supporting documentation will not be accepted in lieu of the application.
Automatic notifications regarding your application are sent electronically to the email address in your CAPPS profile.
For questions or additional information, please contact the Human Resources Department at 512-719-0700 or human_resources@tahc.texas.gov
EEO Commitment
The Texas Animal Health Commission is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability in employment or in the provision of services.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, any requests for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated by the applicant to the Human Resources Department (512) 719-0700. For a telecommunications relay service for the hearing impaired, please dial 711.
At time of hire, selected applicants must show proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. will be confirmed using E-Verify.
All males who are age 18 through 25 and required to register with the Selective Service must present proof of registration or exemption from registration upon hire.