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Equine Reproduction Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

CA

$50K/yr

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How much do equine reproduction jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for equine reproduction in California is $21.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.65 and $28.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is equine reproduction?

An Equine Reproduction job involves breeding management, reproductive health care, and foaling assistance for horses. Professionals in this field work with veterinarians, breeders, and mare owners to optimize fertility, perform artificial insemination, monitor pregnancies, and assist with foaling. They may also handle stallion collection and semen evaluation. This role requires knowledge of equine reproductive anatomy, hormone cycles, and advanced breeding techniques to ensure successful breeding outcomes.

What does an equine reproduction professional do?

A typical day in Equine Reproduction often involves hands-on reproductive exams, monitoring mare cycles, performing ultrasounds, collecting and evaluating stallion semen, and administering artificial insemination or assisting with embryo transfer. You may also manage breeding schedules, maintain detailed medical records, and communicate closely with horse owners and farm staff about ongoing reproductive plans and care. During breeding season, the schedule can be demanding, requiring early mornings or late nights to accommodate the estrous cycles of mares. The role frequently involves working as part of a multidisciplinary team including veterinarians, technicians, and farm management to ensure successful reproductive outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for equine reproduction?

To excel in Equine Reproduction, you need a strong background in veterinary medicine, animal science, or a closely related field, with specialized knowledge in equine reproductive physiology and assisted reproduction techniques. Experience using diagnostic tools such as ultrasound, semen analysis equipment, and familiarity with artificial insemination or embryo transfer processes is highly valued, often alongside professional certifications. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to communicate clearly with horse owners and team members are important soft skills. These competencies are crucial for ensuring the health and performance of mares and stallions, optimizing breeding outcomes, and building trust with clients in a demanding environment.

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Infographic showing various Equine Reproduction job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, and 19% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $44,634 per year, or $21.5 per hour.

Animal Health Technician (Mounted Patrol Inspector)

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

CA

$50K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


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