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Animal Health Inspector
Job No: 542401
Work Type: Full-time
Location: DOUGLAS, TUCSON, WILLCOX
Categories: Agricultural/Farm, Misc/Other/Not Applicable
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
Southern Arizona
Posting Details:
Salary: $41,600.00 - $45,695.00
Grade: 16
Closing Date:
Job Summary:
The Arizona Department of Agriculture is actively recruiting for two (2) Animal Health Inspectors for our Animal Services Division. The inspectors will be responsible for inspection at the Southern Border and inspections in their assigned areas. Work hours are subject to change during summer hours to coincide with shipping.
Under direction from the Supervising Livestock Officer, the successful candidates will enforce livestock and animal health surveillance at the Arizona/Mexico border pursuant to A.R.S. Title 3, Chapters 4, 11, 12 and 13 (approximately 125 statutory provisions) and A.A.C. Title 3, Chapter 2 (approximately 50 rules); perform administrative record keeping and prepare reports; maintain confidential working relationships with ASD managers, State Veterinarian and supervisors; and operate a state-owned vehicle, trailer, and other equipment.
This position is available for remote work on a full-time basis within Arizona (including virtual office arrangements).
The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
Job Duties:
Duties to include but not limited to:
• Monitor the health and proper identification of animals moving within the State
• 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
• Respond to any Foreign Animal Disease or pest and/or emerging animal disease responses
• 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
Pre-Employment Requirements:
Valid Driver's License
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:
The Arizona Department of Agriculture offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
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
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
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 mmeek@azda.gov for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
Advertised: 17 Jul 2026 US Mountain Standard Time
Applications close:
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