Animal Health Inspector

State of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Vacation with 10 paid holidays

Parental Leave - up to 12 weeks per yr

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Job summary

The Arizona Department of Agriculture seeks a Livestock Inspector for the Animal Services Division in the Marana/Tucson area. You will inspect livestock at Marana Livestock Auction and other facilities, monitor health and identification, and enforce state regulations.

This role requires valid Arizona driver’s license, willingness to travel, and ability to work with a diverse public. Benefits include sick leave, vacation, parental leave, health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Requires possession of and ability to retain a valid Arizona driver’s license.
• On-site inspections at ranches, feedlots and auctions.
• Follows department regulations and prepares reports.
• Bi-Lingual (Spanish) preferred.
• Pre-employment: E-Verify.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health and proper identification of animals during shipping season.
• Monitor Beef Council fee compliance.
• Handle money and submit weekly deposits.
• Submit activity reports, time sheets, travel claims, and related reports.
• Work the Marana Livestock Auction.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Maintaining composure

Organize/prioritize work

Interpersonal skills

Bi-Lingual (Spanish)

Job description

DEPT OF AGRICULTURE

The Mission of our Agency is to protect the health and safety of Arizona consumers, advance and support Arizona agriculture, and safeguard commerce.

LIVESTOCK INSPECTOR

Job Location:

Address: Animal Services Division / Livestock Inspection
Tucson/Marana Arizona

Posting Details:

Salary: $41,600.00 - $45,695.00

Grade: 16

Closing Date: October 27, 2026

Job Summary:

The Arizona Department of Agriculture is currently recruiting for an Animal Health Inspector for our Animal Services Division. The inspector will be responsible for inspection at Marana Livestock Auction and other inspections in their assigned areas.
Under direction from the Supervising Livestock Officer, 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. 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.

Job Duties:

• Monitor the health and proper identification of animals moving during shipping season
• Monitor compliance with Beef Council fee
• Handle money and make weekly deposits
• Prepare and appropriately submit activity reports, departmental case reports, time sheets, travel claims and any other related reports in accordance with department regulations
• Work the Marana Livestock Auction
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

KNOWLEDGE OF:

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

SKILLS IN:

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

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
• Submit required paperwork in a timely manner

Selective Preference(s):

• Livestock Experience
• Reading Brands
• Bi-Lingual (Spanish)

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Requires possession of and the ability to retain a current Arizona driver’s license. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving record and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12). The employee will have to provide their own transportation and will be compensated for mileage while conducting state business.

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:

• 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

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona.

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 11.98%. Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Melissa Meek at [e-mail] for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.