ANIMAL HEALTH OFFICER

August 5, 2024

State of Arizona

Safford

FULL TIME

DEPT OF AGRICULTURE
Supporting farming, ranching and agribusiness in Arizona by protecting plants and animals, issuing agriculture and environmental licenses, inspecting farming practices and overseeing commerce standards and measurement devices.

LIVESTOCK OFFICER
Job Location:

Address: Animal Services Division / Livestock Division

Posting Details:

Salary: 29.51 - 29.51

Grade: 19

Closing Date:

Job Summary:

****THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED****

The Arizona Department of Agriculture is recruiting for a Livestock Officer in Graham County and surrounding areas. AZPOST certification is preferred. If the successful candidate is not currently AZPOST certified, they will need to attend an AZPOST certified academy and become certified within the first year of employment. The position will report to the Livestock Regional Supervisor. Please include relevant livestock experience in your resume.

Under direction from the Livestock Regional Supervisor, the successful candidate will monitor the health and proper identification of animals moving within the state through on-site reviews at ranches, feedlots, dairies, exhibitions and auction markets. Enforce Arizona revised statutes under Title 3. As a Livestock Officer, the Arizona Department of Agriculture will provide you with a vehicle, cell phone, and tablet to perform the required job duties.

Job Duties:

Duties to include but not limited to:

Investigate complaints of an animal neglect or abuse.
Monitor compliance with self-inspection requirements and Beef Council fee collection by periodically reviewing records of livestock owners.
Investigate reports of stray livestock and notify owner, if known, or deliver to appropriate stray facility.
Support any emergency response that involves animals directly or indirectly.
Handle money and make weekly deposits.
Prepare and appropriately submit activity reports, departmental case reports, time sheets, travel claims, and stray/seized livestock reports in accordance with department regulations.
Drive a State vehicle and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Federal/State laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures and practices pertaining to livestock
Basic animal nutrition, husbandry and health
Report writing
Effective investigation
Brands

SKILLS IN:

Basic computer and software programs
Verbal and written communication
Maintaining composure in stressful situations
Report writing

ABILITY TO:

Organize/prioritize work load
Drive truck towing trailer
Handle livestock safely
Think analytically and solve routine problems
Communicate with various internal and external customers
Apply interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, stakeholders and the general public
Complete and submit weekly deposits and paperwork in a timely manner

Selective Preference(s):

AZPOST certified peace officer status that is up to date and current
Livestock experience

Pre-Employment Requirements:

An AZPOST pre-employment physical is required for this position.
A background check along with polygraph will be given to comply with AZPOST requirements for hire.
All newly hired employees will be subject to the E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification Program.
Valid Driver's License
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

Retirement:

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in statue. Current contribution rate is 12.27%. Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Melissa Meek at mmeek@azda.gov for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available