Animal Industry Inspector - West Central Iowa

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Animal Industry Inspector - West Central Iowa

Salary

$42,057.60 - $61,817.60 Annually

Location

State of Iowa - See Job Description, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-00110

Agency

009 Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship

Opening Date

09/10/2024

Closing Date

9/24/2024 11:59 PM Central

Max Number of Applicants

999

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Point of Contact

Katie Rumsey, DVM, MPH, DACVPM, Assistant State Veterinarian (katie.rumsey@iowaagriculture.gov)

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Job Description

The approximately 345 employees of the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (https://iowaagriculture.gov/) (IDALS) are responsible for a wide range of programs that affect the quality of life of every Iowan. Both Iowans living on the farm and those in our towns and cities are impacted almost daily by the work of the Department.

The Animal Industry Division seeks to fill the position of Animal Industry Inspector in West Central Iowa. The West Central Iowa Animal Industry Inspector territory consists of Woodbury, Ida, Sac, Calhoun, Webster, Monona, Crawford, Carroll, Geene, Harrison, Shelby, Audubon, and Guthrie Counties. The official domicile will be determined at the time of hire, but employee will be required to reside in Central Iowa (Woodbury, Ida, Sac, Calhoun, Webster, Monona, Crawford, Carroll, Geene, Harrison, Shelby, Audubon, and Guthrie Counties).

Click here for more information:https://iowaagriculture.gov/about

Animal Industry Inspectors are tasked with maintaining integrity and compliance of Iowa Code and Rules as pertaining to Animal Industry within IDALS by performing inspections and investigations. They help maintain animal health by assisting IDALS veterinarians.

Applicants are encouraged to include the following in their application:

• Prior experience with livestock and companion animals

• Prior inspection and/or investigation experience

• Prior experience with Iowa Code and Administrative Rules

• Prior regulatory experience

Job Responsibilities:

Animal Welfare Licensing & Inspection Programs-Duties:

• License and regulate commercial establishments as required under Iowa Code Chapter 162 and Rules 67 (i.e. Commercial Breeders, Commercial Kennels, Animal Shelters, Rescues, Dealers, Pet Shops, etc.).

• Monitor territory for licensees failing to renew, going out of business, or operating without a license.

• Ensure commercial establishments maintain compliance through required inspections. Educate and inform licensees of areas of non-compliance and verify corrective actions have been taken to return to compliance.

Animal Industry Licensing & Inspection Programs-Duties:

• License and regulate licensees as required under Iowa Code Chapters 163-172D and Iowa Code Chapter 197 (i.e. Livestock Dealers, Livestock Markets, etc.). Collaborate with USDA officials to complete the required inspections in a calendar year.

• Monitor territory for licensees failing to renew, going out of business, or operating without a license.

• Ensure establishments maintain compliance through required inspections. Educate and inform licensees of areas of non-compliance and verify corrective actions have been taken to return to compliance.

• Inspection of mares, stallions and foals as required under Iowa Code Chapter 99D and Rules 62.

Investigations:

• Perform investigations in response to complaints received against licensed facilities, unlicensed facilities, improper dead animal disposal, and cruelty/neglect.

• Perform investigations in response to animal health and movement violations.

• Perform re-inspection(s) as needed to ensure compliance.

• Complete reports of investigation, inspections, and re-inspection findings.

Disease Eradication Programs:

• Perform duties involved in disease eradication programs (inspections, assist district veterinarians, perform tracebacks), and complete required forms.

Office and Miscellaneous:

• Maintain communications via e-mail and cell phone.

• Provide inspections/reports electronically via e-mail to office and licensees. Provide hard copies to licensees when requested.

• Participate in foreign animal disease response.

• Complete bi-weekly time sheets.

• Create and submit required reports accurately and completely in timely manner, including vehicle reports, expense reports, weekly itineraries, etc.

• State Fair - Assist with animal check-in(s), in the vet office and assist District Veterinarians.

• Public Speaking/Public Relations as approved and necessary.

• Training/Cross Training

• Assist in training new inspectors.

• Participate in ongoing training.

• Participate in cross-training.

• Attend and testify in administrative and district court proceedings when necessary.

• Be available for consultations via phone and e-mail as needed.

• Attend meetings and trainings when required.

• Other duties as assigned.

Applicants may and are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume to their application. Application materials can be uploaded in the Attachments Section during the application process.

As an employee of IDALS you are a State of Iowa employee and eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Low out of pocket, high quality family medical insurance as low as $205.00 per month, single as low as $61.00 per month

• Dental insurance is free for single and $46.00 per month for family coverage

• $20,000 basic life insurance at no cost, voluntary supplemental life for an additional cost, and long-term disability insurance at no cost

• Exceptional retirement package includes IPERS (Iowa Public Employee Retirement System) which is a fixed income or defined benefit pension plan

• In addition to IPERS a deferred compensation plan (similar to a 401K) with a state match of up to $75.00 per month

• Paid leave includes – 9 holidays, sick, vacation, military leave, and jury duty leave

To learn more about benefits available as a State of Iowa Employee click here (https://das.iowa.gov/state-employees/human-resources/employee-benefits-programs/employee-benefits-overview) to visit the benefits web page.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from high school or G.E.D. and two years of experience in an auction market, sale barn, livestock production and/or feeding, or a livestock regulatory program;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting one year of course work at an accredited college or university with at least six semester hours of course work in animal science, animal husbandry, animal industry, livestock management or a closely related area for one year of the required experience with a maximum of two years;

OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience substituting one year of work experience as a livestock inspector for each year of the required education to a maximum of four years.

For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/LivestockInspector-05117.pdf)

Additional Qualification Requirements

Travel may be required for positions in this class. Employees must arrange transportation to and from assigned work areas

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We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .

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Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely.Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.

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Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?

• No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

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  Have you graduated from high school or G.E.D.? IF YES - How many years of experience do you have in an auction market, sale barn, livestock production and/or feeding, or a livestock regulatory program?

• I have not graduated from high school or G.E.D.

• Less than two years of the required experience

• Two years or more of the required experience

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  How many years do you have of a combination of course work at an accredited college or university with at least six semester hours of course work in animal science, animal husbandry, animal industry, livestock management or a closely related area AND/OR experience in an auction market, sale barn, livestock production and/or feeding, or a livestock regulatory program? 30 semester hours with 6 semester hours in the areas identified equals one year of experience. Applicants can qualify with 60 semester hours - 12 semester hours would need to be in the areas listed.

• I don't have any of the combined education and/or experience

• Less than two years of the combined education and/or experience

• Two years or more of the combined education and/or experience

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  Do you have two years of experience in an auction market, sale barn, livestock production and/or feeding, or a livestock regulatory program? IF YES - How many years do you have of a combination of high school education AND/OR work experience as a livestock inspector?

• I do not have the two years of experience in an auction market, sale barn, livestock production and/or feeding, or a livestock regulatory program

• Less than four years of the combined high school education and/or work experience as a livestock inspector

• Four years or more of the combined high school education and/or work experience as a livestock inspector

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Agency

State of Iowa

Agency

009 Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship

Address

Wallace State Office Building

502 E 9th St

Des Moines, Iowa, 50319

Website

http://www.iowaagriculture.gov/

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