TDCJ - Agriculture Specialist IV - Livestock

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice; Midway (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice seeks an Agriculture Specialist IV to manage daily livestock operations, feed and medicate animals, and oversee inmate supervision. Responsibilities include inventory control and equipment maintenance.

The role requires experience in livestock production, equine activities, and farm equipment management, with a willingness to travel for site work and training. Military preference may apply.

Qualifications

• Experience with livestock production and crop production.
• Knowledge of livestock management methods and techniques: handling, nutrition, health.
• Experience with farm equipment management.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Background caring for cattle and horses; experience riding and training horses.

Responsibilities

• Daily animal husbandry: feeding, administering medications, cleaning, ensuring nutrition.
• Maintain inventories of animals, medications, and equipment.
• Work outside in the elements; repair equipment.
• Supervision of inmates.

Skills

Livestock production

Crop production

Farm equipment management

Livestock handling

Animal nutrition

Animal health

Self-motivation

Strong work ethic

Equine experience

Horse riding/training

Swine experience

Job description

• Job Duties:Daily animal husbandry to include feeding, administering medications, cleaning, and ensuring proper animal nutrition.Maintaining inventories of animals, medication, and equipmentWorking outside in the elementsRepairing equipmentSupervision of inmates. You'd be a GOOD fit if:You have additional education or experience with livestockYou have experience in livestock productionYou have experience in crop productionYou have experience in farm equipment management.You'd be a GREAT fit if:If you have continuing education in animal science or agricultureIf you have construction, maintenance, or farm equipment repair experience.You have knowledge of livestock management methods and techniques to include safe and effective handling, animal nutrition, and maintaining animal health.You are self-motivatedYou have a strong work ethic.You have a background in caring for cattle and horses.You have experience riding and training horses.You have swine experience.
• Agriculture Specialist IV Additional Information:Travel 25% - Position may spend 15 nights away per month Work Site Visits Yes Study Material No Pre-Service Training Academy Required Yes Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position Hazardoud Duty
• Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.Contact Information: Questions concerning this Questions concerning the applicationposition can be directed to: process can be directed to: Thomas Hopkins Kathy ChandonettHiring Manager OR Human Resources936-636-7321 [e-mail] [e-mail] Important Note to the Candidate:Military PreferenceTo receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.Military Occupation Specialty Codeshttps://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptionsClick on the occupational category for the position.Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.EligibilityAn applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their employment. EEO Statement:The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in empl yment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.