TDCJ - Agriculture Specialist IV - Livestock
Job Description
Applicants must submit both a résumé and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications.
For the most accurate and uptodate information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates.
To expedite the application process, please attach your valid governmentissued photo identification card, your social security card or proof of authorization to work in the United States, and your proof of education (official diploma or transcript)
Job Duties:
As a Livestock Supervisor you will supervise and coordinate daily cattle operations to ensure proper herd management, animal health and welfare, efficient beef cattle production, and compliance with TDCJ policies and procedures.
Supervise, schedule, assign, and inspect daily cattle operations and work activities.
Oversee cattle feeding, watering, handling, breeding, calving, weaning, sorting, and general herd management.
Direct and monitor the work of employees and assigned inmate workers in cattle operations.
Ensure daily work assignments are completed safely, efficiently, and according to established production goals.
Monitor cattle health and condition, identify signs of illness or injury, and coordinate appropriate treatment or veterinary care.
Oversee herd breeding programs, pregnancy monitoring, calving activities, and the care of newborn calves.
Monitor cowcalf operations, replacement heifers, bulls, and other cattle classifications as applicable.
Coordinate cattle vaccinations, deworming, medication administration, and other herd health practices in accordance with established protocols.
Maintain accurate cattle inventories, herd identification records, breeding records, calving records, treatment logs, death loss records, and other required documentation.
Oversee pasture rotation, grazing management, stocking rates, and forage availability to support cattle health and production.
Inspect pastures, fences, gates, working pens, corrals, cattle guards, water troughs, and other facilities to ensure proper condition and functionality.
Identify and coordinate repairs to fencing, gates, water systems, working facilities, and equipment used in cattle operations.
Monitor pasture conditions and coordinate brush control, weed management, fenceline maintenance, and other land management activities as needed.
Oversee the loading, unloading, sorting, weighing, movement, and transportation of cattle in accordance with established procedures.
Coordinate cattle purchases, sales, transfers, and other herd inventory adjustments as authorized.
Monitor body condition, weight gain, calf crop, weaning performance, cattle losses, and other production indicators to support established objectives.
Manage cattle feed, mineral supplements, hay, veterinary supplies, and other materials required for daily operations.
Maintain accountability of stateissued tools, equipment, vehicles, medications, and supplies used in cattle operations.
Ensure tools, equipment, medications, and supplies are properly stored, secured, and accounted for.
Supervise and train employees and inmate workers in safe cattle handling, herd management, animal welfare, equipment operation, and proper work practices.
Monitor inmate workers and ensure they remain in assigned work areas and follow established security, safety, and accountability procedures.
Conduct and document required inspections and searches of cattle facilities, pastures, work areas, equipment, and other assigned locations in accordance with TDCJ procedures.
Monitor inmate movement and work activities and promptly report unusual behavior, security concerns, missing tools, or other irregularities.
Ensure cattle handling facilities, working pens, pastures, and surrounding work areas are maintained in a clean, orderly, and safe condition.
Coordinate with veterinary personnel, unit administration, Agriculture management, maintenance staff, and other departments as necessary.
Ensure cattle operations comply with applicable TDCJ policies, animal welfare requirements, veterinary protocols, and established safety procedures.
Respond to cattle emergencies, calving complications, animal health concerns, escaped livestock, damaged fencing, severe weather, and other unexpected operational issues.
Inspect completed work and evaluate herd management practices to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance with established standards.
Promote a safe, secure, professional, and productive work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
You'd be a GOOD fit if:
Have experience working with cattle, beef production, ranching, livestock management, or agricultural operations.
Are dependable and take pride in maintaining healthy cattle and productive pastures.
Can communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, veterinary personnel, and inmate workers.
Are comfortable working outdoors and performing physical tasks in various weather conditions.
Can organize daily cattle operations and adjust priorities when unexpected needs arise.
Understand the importance of proper cattle nutrition, watering, handling, herd health, and pasture management.
Can recognize signs of cattle illness, injury, calving difficulties, or unusual animal behavior and report concerns appropriately.
Have a basic understanding of cattle breeding, calving, weaning, vaccinations, and routine herd management.
Follow safety requirements, TDCJ policies, and established cattle management procedures.
Can accurately complete required documentation and maintain cattle inventories, production records, and herd health reports.
Are able to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
Are willing to perform handson cattle work when necessary.
Can safely operate or learn to operate tractors, utility vehicles, cattle handling equipment, and other agricultural machinery as required.
Can maintain professionalism when working in a correctional environment.
Understand the importance of inmate supervision, security, accountability, and controlled movement while working with inmate labor.
Are willing to learn new cattle management practices, equipment, and production procedures.
You'd be a GREAT fit if:
Have strong leadership skills and can effectively supervise employees and inmate workers in a cattle production environment.
Have extensive experience in beef cattle production, cowcalf operations, herd health, breeding, calving, grazing management, or ranch operations.
Can quickly identify cattle health concerns, herd management problems, pasture deficiencies, or facility issues and determine appropriate corrective actions.
Are highly organized and can manage multiple pastures, cattle groups, staffing needs, equipment, and production priorities simultaneously.
Can effectively manage breeding seasons, calving schedules, weaning activities, herd replacements, and cattle movements to support production objectives.
Have strong knowledge of cattle nutrition, body condition scoring, animal handling, vaccination programs, pasture management, and safe equipment operation.
Understand the importance of monitoring reproductive performance, calf crop percentages, weaning weights, cattle losses, and overall herd productivity.
Can evaluate grazing conditions, forage availability, fencing, water access, and pasture utilization to maintain healthy cattle and productive land.
Can identify maintenance, fencing, water system, and equipment needs before they negatively affect cattle health, safety, or production.
Hold employees and inmate workers accountable while maintaining a professional, fair, and respectful work environment.
Understand that animal welfare, cattle production, safety, security, and accountability are equally important in a correctional agricultural operation.
Can recognize potential safety or security concerns, unusual inmate behavior, cattle handling risks, and livestock escape hazards and take appropriate action before they become larger problems.
Are comfortable making decisions and taking responsibility when unexpected cattle health, calving, weather, staffing, or equipment issues arise.
Can communicate expectations clearly and provide effective training, direction, and oversight to employees and inmate workers.
Take ownership of the cattle operation and strive to maintain a healthy, productive herd, wellmanaged pastures, secure fencing, and properly functioning equipment.
Are a handson leader who is willing to work alongside the team, demonstrate proper cattle handling, and lead by example.
Can balance herd health, breeding and calving, grazing management, production requirements, inmate supervision, security, staffing, and equipment needs while maintaining a high standard of performance.
Understand the importance of meeting TDCJ Agriculture production objectives while maintaining proper animal care, operational efficiency, responsible resource management, and compliance with established procedures.
For the full Job Description, please click the link below:
Agriculture Specialist IV Livestock
Additional Information:
Travel
None Position may make day trips, but no overnight trips
Work Site Visits
No
Study Material
No
PreService Training Academy Required
Yes
Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position
Hazardous
Outside applicants will be required to submit to preemployment drug testing as a condition of employment.
Contact Information:
Questions concerning this Questions concerning the application
position can be directed to: process can be directed to:
Joseph Michaud Kathy Chandonnet
Hiring Manager OR Human Resources
9366367321 9364374106
Joseph.Michaud@tdcj.texas.gov hr.selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov
Important Note to the Candidate:
Military Preference
To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.
Military Occupation Specialty Codes
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Click 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.
Applications submitted through Work in Texas
Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.
Eligibility
An 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 employment 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.
Applicants must submit both a résumé and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications.
For the most accurate and uptodate information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates.
To expedite the application process, please attach your valid governmentissued photo identification card, your social security card or proof of authorization to work in the United States, and your proof of education (official diploma or transcript)
Job Duties:
As a Livestock Supervisor you will supervise and coordinate daily cattle operations to ensure proper herd management, animal health and welfare, efficient beef cattle production, and compliance with TDCJ policies and procedures.
Supervise, schedule, assign, and inspect daily cattle operations and work activities.
Oversee cattle feeding, watering, handling, breeding, calving, weaning, sorting, and general herd management.
Direct and monitor the work of employees and assigned inmate workers in cattle operations.
Ensure daily work assignments are completed safely, efficiently, and according to established production goals.
Monitor cattle health and condition, identify signs of illness or injury, and coordinate appropriate treatment or veterinary care.
Oversee herd breeding programs, pregnancy monitoring, calving activities, and the care of newborn calves.
Monitor cowcalf operations, replacement heifers, bulls, and other cattle classifications as applicable.
Coordinate cattle vaccinations, deworming, medication administration, and other herd health practices in accordance with established protocols.
Maintain accurate cattle inventories, herd identification records, breeding records, calving records, treatment logs, death loss records, and other required documentation.
Oversee pasture rotation, grazing management, stocking rates, and forage availability to support cattle health and production.
Inspect pastures, fences, gates, working pens, corrals, cattle guards, water troughs, and other facilities to ensure proper condition and functionality.
Identify and coordinate repairs to fencing, gates, water systems, working facilities, and equipment used in cattle operations.
Monitor pasture conditions and coordinate brush control, weed management, fenceline maintenance, and other land management activities as needed.
Oversee the loading, unloading, sorting, weighing, movement, and transportation of cattle in accordance with established procedures.
Coordinate cattle purchases, sales, transfers, and other herd inventory adjustments as authorized.
Monitor body condition, weight gain, calf crop, weaning performance, cattle losses, and other production indicators to support established objectives.
Manage cattle feed, mineral supplements, hay, veterinary supplies, and other materials required for daily operations.
Maintain accountability of stateissued tools, equipment, vehicles, medications, and supplies used in cattle operations.
Ensure tools, equipment, medications, and supplies are properly stored, secured, and accounted for.
Supervise and train employees and inmate workers in safe cattle handling, herd management, animal welfare, equipment operation, and proper work practices.
Monitor inmate workers and ensure they remain in assigned work areas and follow established security, safety, and accountability procedures.
Conduct and document required inspections and searches of cattle facilities, pastures, work areas, equipment, and other assigned locations in accordance with TDCJ procedures.
Monitor inmate movement and work activities and promptly report unusual behavior, security concerns, missing tools, or other irregularities.
Ensure cattle handling facilities, working pens, pastures, and surrounding work areas are maintained in a clean, orderly, and safe condition.
Coordinate with veterinary personnel, unit administration, Agriculture management, maintenance staff, and other departments as necessary.
Ensure cattle operations comply with applicable TDCJ policies, animal welfare requirements, veterinary protocols, and established safety procedures.
Respond to cattle emergencies, calving complications, animal health concerns, escaped livestock, damaged fencing, severe weather, and other unexpected operational issues.
Inspect completed work and evaluate herd management practices to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance with established standards.
Promote a safe, secure, professional, and productive work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
You'd be a GOOD fit if:
Have experience working with cattle, beef production, ranching, livestock management, or agricultural operations.
Are dependable and take pride in maintaining healthy cattle and productive pastures.
Can communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, veterinary personnel, and inmate workers.
Are comfortable working outdoors and performing physical tasks in various weather conditions.
Can organize daily cattle operations and adjust priorities when unexpected needs arise.
Understand the importance of proper cattle nutrition, watering, handling, herd health, and pasture management.
Can recognize signs of cattle illness, injury, calving difficulties, or unusual animal behavior and report concerns appropriately.
Have a basic understanding of cattle breeding, calving, weaning, vaccinations, and routine herd management.
Follow safety requirements, TDCJ policies, and established cattle management procedures.
Can accurately complete required documentation and maintain cattle inventories, production records, and herd health reports.
Are able to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
Are willing to perform handson cattle work when necessary.
Can safely operate or learn to operate tractors, utility vehicles, cattle handling equipment, and other agricultural machinery as required.
Can maintain professionalism when working in a correctional environment.
Understand the importance of inmate supervision, security, accountability, and controlled movement while working with inmate labor.
Are willing to learn new cattle management practices, equipment, and production procedures.
You'd be a GREAT fit if:
Have strong leadership skills and can effectively supervise employees and inmate workers in a cattle production environment.
Have extensive experience in beef cattle production, cowcalf operations, herd health, breeding, calving, grazing management, or ranch operations.
Can quickly identify cattle health concerns, herd management problems, pasture deficiencies, or facility issues and determine appropriate corrective actions.
Are highly organized and can manage multiple pastures, cattle groups, staffing needs, equipment, and production priorities simultaneously.
Can effectively manage breeding seasons, calving schedules, weaning activities, herd replacements, and cattle movements to support production objectives.
Have strong knowledge of cattle nutrition, body condition scoring, animal handling, vaccination programs, pasture management, and safe equipment operation.
Understand the importance of monitoring reproductive performance, calf crop percentages, weaning weights, cattle losses, and overall herd productivity.
Can evaluate grazing conditions, forage availability, fencing, water access, and pasture utilization to maintain healthy cattle and productive land.
Can identify maintenance, fencing, water system, and equipment needs before they negatively affect cattle health, safety, or production.
Hold employees and inmate workers accountable while maintaining a professional, fair, and respectful work environment.
Understand that animal welfare, cattle production, safety, security, and accountability are equally important in a correctional agricultural operation.
Can recognize potential safety or security concerns, unusual inmate behavior, cattle handling risks, and livestock escape hazards and take appropriate action before they become larger problems.
Are comfortable making decisions and taking responsibility when unexpected cattle health, calving, weather, staffing, or equipment issues arise.
Can communicate expectations clearly and provide effective training, direction, and oversight to employees and inmate workers.
Take ownership of the cattle operation and strive to maintain a healthy, productive herd, wellmanaged pastures, secure fencing, and properly functioning equipment.
Are a handson leader who is willing to work alongside the team, demonstrate proper cattle handling, and lead by example.
Can balance herd health, breeding and calving, grazing management, production requirements, inmate supervision, security, staffing, and equipment needs while maintaining a high standard of performance.
Understand the importance of meeting TDCJ Agriculture production objectives while maintaining proper animal care, operational efficiency, responsible resource management, and compliance with established procedures.
For the full Job Description, please click the link below:
Agriculture Specialist IV Livestock
Additional Information:
Travel
None Position may make day trips, but no overnight trips
Work Site Visits
No
Study Material
No
PreService Training Academy Required
Yes
Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position
Hazardous
Outside applicants will be required to submit to preemployment drug testing as a condition of employment.
Contact Information:
Questions concerning this Questions concerning the application
position can be directed to: process can be directed to:
Joseph Michaud Kathy Chandonnet
Hiring Manager OR Human Resources
9366367321 9364374106
Joseph.Michaud@tdcj.texas.gov hr.selectionsteam3@tdcj.texas.gov
Important Note to the Candidate:
Military Preference
To receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.
Military Occupation Specialty Codes
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Click 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.
Applications submitted through Work in Texas
Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.
Eligibility
An 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 employment 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.