Livestock Brand Inspector Job at Department of Agriculture
Department of Agriculture Salem, OR 97302
$2,905 - $4,225 a month
Initial Posting Date:
02/10/2023
Application Deadline:
12/31/2023
Agency:
Department of Agriculture
Salary Range:
2,905 - 4,225
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Livestock Brand Inspector
Job Description:
Do you have knowledge of the animal industry and livestock and enjoy working outdoors? If so, you may want to apply for Food Safety & Animal Health Program, Livestock Brand Inspector position.
As a Livestock Brand Inspector, you will perform livestock inspections by examining livestock (cattle and horses) to distinguish brands, marks and other identifying characteristics this may be visual or physical.
In addition, as a Livestock Brand Inspector you will also investigate cases of estray cattle and horses to determine ownership. This may consist of door-to-door contact with neighbors; telephone and/or person-to-person contact with law enforcement official.
The Livestock Brand Inspector is a Part-time “work as work is available” position. The positions will be in 4 locations and these positions are not represented by the Union.
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Western Oregon area (District 1) – Clatsop, Columbia, Multnomah, Tillamook, Washington, Marion, Polk, Clackamas, Yamhill, Benton, Lincoln, Linn, Lane, Douglas, Currey, and Coos
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North Central Oregon area (District 2) - Hood River, Wasco, Sherman, Gilliam, Morrow, Wheeler, Jefferson, Crook, Deschutes.
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Southern Oregon Area (District 3) – Klamath, Jackson, Lake, Josephine, Lake, and Harney counties.
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Eastern Oregon Area (District 4) – Union, Baker, Grant, Wallowa, and Malheur counties.
This posting will stay open until filled multiple vacancies at different locations in the Oregon area. We will screen applications weekly until vacancies are filled. We encourage interested applicants not to delay in applying.
We, at Oregon Department of Agriculture (
ODA
), ensure healthy natural resources, environment, and economy for Oregonians now and in the future through inspection and certification, regulation, and promotion of agriculture and food. The vision of the Oregon Department of Agriculture is to remain able to serve the changing needs of Oregon’s diverse agricultural and food sectors to maintain and enhance a healthy natural resource base and strong economy in rural and urban communities across the state.
The aim of the Animal Health and Identification programs are to enhance economic production of livestock. We accomplish this through working toward the control and eradication of animal diseases (including those transmissible to humans), prevent livestock theft by denying a market for stolen animals through recording of brands and inspection of animals, and ensuring animal feeds meet nutritional and labeling standards.
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Working conditions
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Direct contact with all types of livestock. Inclement weather-outside work. Inspection work in country-inspecting livestock in unrestricted pens and alleys. Travel on unimproved roads. Irregular work schedule.
This is what you need to qualify
Must have two years of experience in the livestock industry which shows knowledge of:
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Handling and branding livestock
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Ranch management procedures
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Livestock marketing procedures
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Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record
Additional Requirement
This position requires a thorough knowledge of livestock and the industry. The employee must deal with difficult and unruly people and must do public relations work. The employee must operate electric equipment (electric clippers) -often in inclement weather. The employee must climb vehicles that haul livestock.
How to apply:
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The fine print:
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Warning! The system will timeout after 20 minutes of inactivity. You must submit your application after you begin the process – you cannot save your progress and come back to it later.
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This recruitment may be used in future vacancies.
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Additional Information:
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Work Authorization - The Oregon Department of Agriculture does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. Oregon Department of Agriculture is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate you must present your I-9acceptable documents(See page 3) for employment verification.
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusionis embedded in the Department of Agriculture core values. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services.
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We are proud to be an . We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.
Questions/Need Help?
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If you have questions about the recruitment or need an alternate format to apply, please contact Lee Whiting at lee.whiting@oda.oregon.gov or call 503-986-4585. Please be prepared to describe the alternate format needed.
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