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Entry Level Animal Health Inspector Jobs in California

USDA APHIS | APHIS Careers

CA

$50K/yr

To be referred for consideration for the Animal Health Technician (Mounted Patrol Inspector), candidates must meet the selective placement factor as described below. This is a minimum qualification ...

USDA APHIS | APHIS Careers

CA · On-site

$50K/yr

To be referred for consideration for the Animal Health Technician (Mounted Patrol Inspector), candidates must meet the selective placement factor as described below. This is a minimum qualification ...

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

CA · On-site

$50K/yr

To be referred for consideration for the Animal Health Technician (Mounted Patrol Inspector), candidates must meet the selective placement factor as described below. This is a minimum qualification ...

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

CA

$50K/yr

To be referred for consideration for the Animal Health Technician (Mounted Patrol Inspector), candidates must meet the selective placement factor as described below. This is a minimum qualification ...

Phibro Animal Health

Driver

Santa Fe Springs, CA · On-site

Phibro Animal Health Corporation is a publicly traded organization with a rich history spanning ... Inspect trucks/trailers and report any defects found in accordance with policy * Disconnect ...

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What is the difference between Entry Level Animal Health Inspector vs Animal Control Officer?

AspectEntry Level Animal Health InspectorAnimal Control Officer
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may require veterinary or animal science certificationsHigh school diploma; training in animal handling and local laws
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, laboratories, farms, or inspection sitesMunicipal animal shelters, outdoor areas, and community settings
Employer & Industry UsagePublic health departments, veterinary agencies, USDACity or county government, animal shelters, law enforcement
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level roles in animal health inspectionDifferences between animal health and animal control roles

Entry Level Animal Health Inspectors focus on inspecting animals, facilities, and ensuring compliance with health regulations, often working in labs or farms. Animal Control Officers handle stray animals, enforce local laws, and work directly with the community. Both roles serve animal welfare but differ in work environment and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Animal Health Inspector job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Remote job distribution.

Animal Health Technician (Mounted Patrol Inspector)

USDA APHIS | APHIS Careers

CA

$50K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Make unassisted horseback patrols through rough and remote terrain along the United States-Mexico border.

  • Track, rope, and subdue wild, fractious, and unpredictable livestock for inspection, apprehension, and treatment.

  • Conduct inspections and monitor livestock activity to identify risks and detect problem areas.

Job description

If selected as a Mounted Patrol Inspector (also known as a Tick Rider), you will make unassisted horseback patrols through rough and remote terrain in an assigned sector along the United States-Mexico border.
This Open Continuous Announcement allows acceptance of applications for 90 days with eligible applicants being referred as vacancies occur. The first cut-off for applications is June 15. Additional cut-off dates are projected for: July 13, 2026; August 10, 2026; September 2, 2026.Qualifications:Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the cut-off date following your application submission (see Additional Information for dates), including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below.

SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: To be referred for consideration for the Animal Health Technician (Mounted Patrol Inspector), candidates must meet the selective placement factor as described below. This is a minimum qualification requirement. By confirming you meet the selective placement factor you are also acknowledging that you will provide enough detail in your resume to describe your experience performing the full range of activities described in the selective factor.

Applicants must have knowledge, skill and ability to ride horseback sufficient to track, rope, and subdue wild, and/or fractious, unpredictable livestock in rough and remote terrain for the purpose of inspecting, apprehending, and treating, stray, diseased, and/or distressed animals. This work is completed independently.


FOR THE GS-07 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-06 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates:
  • Independently working with livestock in a feedlot, farm, or ranch setting, which included experience inspecting the premises for irregularities.
  • Interviewing livestock owners and other involved parties to obtain information for investigations and documents findings.
  • Reading and interpreting records and reports to determine applicable information and courses of action.
  • Monitor the activity of livestock to identify risk, inspects and detects problem areas.
OR
Successful completion of eighteen (18) semester hours of related graduate education obtained from an accredited college or university. Qualifying graduate courses include: agribusiness, agricultural chemistry, agricultural development, agricultural economics, agricultural education, animal breeding, animal genetics, animal health, animal nutrition, animal physiology, animal products, animal reproduction, animal science, animal toxicology, animal welfare, biological and agricultural engineering, beef cattle production, dairy herd management, dairy marketing, equine production, farm management, feeding management, meat science, physiology of lactation, poultry science, ruminant nutrition, swine production, and wildlife and fisheries sciences
Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level.
TRANSCRIPTS are required if:
  • You are qualifying for the position based on education.
  • You are qualifying for this position based on a combination of experience and education.
  • This education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school, college, or university
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-07 GRADE LEVEL: Applicants may have combinations of successfully completed education and specialized experience to meet total qualification requirements. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for that grade level.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Education:This position does not have an education qualification requirement.Employment Type: OTHER

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