Description
Salary: $15.88/hr.
THE POSITION
Are you an individual with prior experience working with horses? Are you interested in advancing your skills in the dynamic realm of horse racing? The Bureau of Standardbred Horse Racing is currently seeking Livestock Workers to support Veterinarians in managing horses, documenting information, and obtaining urine samples at Meadows Racetrack. Apply now and let your potential shine!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Livestock Worker 1, you will be accountable for upholding accurate data management, including adherence to chain of custody protocols. This position is responsible for verifying the identity of racehorses through tattoo identification, collecting urine samples, handling and verifying sample kits, maintaining cleanliness in work and barn areas, and providing assistance in any other essential farm operations. You will excel in this opportunity with prior experience working with livestock and a passion for animal care.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Part-time employment
Work hours are 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm, Tuesday- Saturday, with 30-minute lunch.
The work schedule is vendor-controlled and is determined by the racing schedule. Work times may vary slightly depending on racing schedule.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Experience in general farm work; and such training as may have been gained through completion of the eighth school grade; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Additional Requirements:
You must be willing and able to work in Washington County, Pennsylvania.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
Ability to perform duties in and around horses with exposure to dust, dirt and hay.
Ability to work a varied schedule which may include holidays and weekends.
Willingness to work outside in adverse weather conditions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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