Livestock Brand Inspector

We are seeking a highly skilled Livestock Brand Inspector to join our team at the Oregon Department of Agriculture. As a Livestock Brand Inspector, you will play a critical role in ensuring the health and safety of Oregon's livestock industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct livestock inspections to identify brands, marks, and other identifying characteristics.
• Investigate cases of stray cattle and horses to determine ownership.
• Perform door-to-door contact with neighbors, telephone and/or person-to-person contact with law enforcement officials.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with irregular schedules and travel to rural areas.

Requirements:

• Two years of experience in the livestock industry with knowledge of handling and branding livestock, ranch management procedures, and livestock marketing procedures.
• A valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work in inclement weather and climb vehicles that haul livestock.

About the Oregon Department of Agriculture:

We are committed to ensuring healthy natural resources, environment, and economy for Oregonians now and in the future. Our vision 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.

Working Conditions:

• Direct contact with all types of livestock.
• Irregular work schedule.
• Travel on unimproved roads.

Additional Requirements:

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.