Agriculture Specialist I, II, III - Livestock - Wainwright Unit - Manfacturing, Agribusiness, and Logistics Division (033192 037200)

Texas Department of Criminal Justice • Lovelady, TX

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About The Position

Performs complex agricultural work. Work involves producing livestock and agricultural products; and monitoring the activities of assigned inmates. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Requirements

• Position filled at Ag Spec I, II, or III Pay Level
• Title: Agriculture Specialist I $3,537.92/month - Salary GR.A14 The salary for an ERS Retiree (or non-contributing member) will be $3,463.82. For full job description and minimum qualifications, please visit: https://www.tdcj.texas.gov/divisions/hr/pd/023012.pdf
• Title: Agriculture Specialist II $3,716.86/month - Salary GR.A15 The salary for an ERS Retiree (or non-contributing member) will be $3,638.40. For full job description and minimum qualifications, please visit: https://www.tdcj.texas.gov/divisions/hr/pd/023085.pdf
• Title: Agriculture Specialist III $3,906.52/month - Salary GR.A16 The salary for an ERS Retiree (or non-contributing member) will be $3,823.44. For full job description and minimum qualifications, please visit: https://www.tdcj.texas.gov/divisions/hr/pd/023152.pdf
• Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical assistance in the general care and accountability of livestock; and oversees livestock program operations.
• Assists in producing, processing, and distributing livestock, livestock feed rations, and livestock commodities; and assists in breeding and in preventive medical treatment of livestock.
• Oversees the operation of agricultural machinery; and assists in construction, repair, and maintenance of agricultural facilities.
• Implements an established training program; assists in maintaining inventory of materials and supplies; and assists in maintaining records and prepares related correspondence and reports.
• Maintains security of tools, machinery, and equipment; responds to emergency situations; searches for escaped inmates; transports assigned inmates; and performs various correctional and custodial functions.
• Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees