Job Description - Livestock Market Supervisor- Glasgow, MT (24143180)
Position Title:
Livestock Market Supervisor- Glasgow, MT - ( 24143180 )
To be considered for Department of Livestock positions, applicants must complete and submit an online application through Statecareers.mt.gov, as well as upload any required application materials.
This position is posted as "open until filled" with a first review of applications on December 11, 2024.
Materials Required of Applicants:
* Cover Letter: Attach a separate cover letter that explains your interest in working for the MT Department of Livestock and describes any relevant experience you may have that qualifies you for the position.
* Resume
* References: Acceptable references will be required by applicants prior to an employment offer, however, are not required as part of the submission process.
About this Opportunity!
Job Summary: This Supervisor position works for the Department of Livestock primarily within the Glasgow Stockyards, in Glasgow, MT. The Market Supervisor is responsible for coordinating inspections of livestock, and ensuring Brand inspection, proof of ownership, lien and mortgage identification, and animal health requirements are met prior to change of ownership, slaughter, and transportation transactions. The position is also responsible for responding to incidents of stray cattle and accidents involving livestock on an on-call basis, and resolving ownership discrepancies. This position provides supervision and guidance to Livestock market inspectors at this location.
Expected to become competent in two knowledge and duty areas (brands and animal health). The position requires knowledge of State and Federal livestock laws and regulations, the District and feedlot locations, and commission company, feedlot, and slaughterhouse operations; anatomy and physiology of stock (cattle, sheep, horses - including reproductive stages and breeds), brands, lending institution and departmental requirements regarding liens and mortgages, and livestock industry standards, ownership legal requirements, stock handling methods and techniques, the statewide brand recording system, established reporting formats, and arithmetic. Proficiency in word processing techniques and software, basic grammar and composition, and general office procedures and practices. Demonstrated effective leadership skills are highly important to be successful in this position. A willingness and ability to adapt to changing priorities to best serve the agency and the livestock industry. The ability to work well under pressure or stress; keeps a positive perspective, maintains self-control and objectivity in the face of conflict, opposition, hostility or stress, is patient and even-tempered with others, maintains business-like and positive approach.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Essential functions of the position involve physical demands related to standing, walking and running for long periods of time (may work as much as 10 hours or more during shipping season); the ability to handle livestock, and move quickly, climb fences, etc. in order to avoid serious injury, the ability to rope and clip animals, ride horses, and operate a motor vehicle. Working conditions involve continued exposure to extreme weather conditions, dust, and unpleasant conditions encountered in slaughterhouses and in stockyards. There is also a serious risk of injury present in the performance of the position. The position will work with unpredictable range stock, and must have extensive experience working in this environment in order to take the necessary precautions, and be aware of and immediately recognize dangerous situations.
Education and Experience (Required Qualifications):
The necessary knowledge, skills and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
* Graduation from high school or equivalent and;
* At least four (4) years' experience as a Livestock Inspector or other occupationally related experience.
* Other combinations of education and/or experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Preferred Experiences:
* Previous supervisory experience within the Department or from prior employment.
* Prior experience as a Livestock Inspector with the Montana Department of Livestock.
Salary: $27.28 - 27.28 Hourly
Telework Eligibility:
Not Telework Eligible
Benefits Package Eligibility:
Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan
Number of Openings:
1
Employee Status:
Regular
Schedule:
Full-Time
Job Type:
Standard
Shift:
Day Job
Travel:
Yes, 5 % of the Time
Primary Location:
Glasgow
Agency:
Department of Livestock
Union:
000 - None
Posting Date:
Dec 3, 2024
Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume
Contact Name: Human Resources | Contact Email: Michael.Spatz2@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-444-5684
The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711.
State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
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