TAHC Livestock Inspector - Montague (Stephenville Region)

About the role

The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) seeks qualified candidates for the position of Livestock Inspector. This role is based in Bowie or Decatur, TX (Stephenville Region).

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections at livestock markets, feedlots, slaughter plants, flea markets, farms and ranches, and other places where livestock, exotics, and poultry are gathered.
• Collects samples for testing from cattle, swine, equine, exotics, sheep, goats, and poultry.
• Enforces quarantines and other livestock disease control measures, including livestock shipment activities.
• Participates in emergency management activities and responses to disease outbreaks as assigned.
• Maintains accurate and detailed work activity records.
• Drives extensively on a daily basis, using personal or agency vehicle.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from standard senior high school or GED.
• At least one (1) year of livestock experience working as a TAHC Livestock Inspector or USDA Animal Health Technician for Inspector III.
• At least three (3) years of livestock experience working as a TAHC Livestock Inspector or USDA Animal Health Technician for Inspector IV.
• At least five (5) years of livestock experience working as a TAHC Livestock Inspector or USDA Animal Health Technician for Inspector V.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of livestock health and disease control.
• Ability to operate various equipment and tools.
• Physical stamina and strength to handle and restrain livestock.

Skills

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Legible handwriting.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Operate a laptop computer, hand-held data collection device, global positioning system (GPS), and other equipment.

Benefits

Includes a career ladder opportunity, competitive salary range ($3,730.13 - $4,780.13 per month), plus benefits.

Pay

$3,730.13 - $4,780.13 per month, plus benefits.

Schedule

Regular days off fluctuate depending upon workload. Some overnight and weekend work may be required.