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Livestock Investigator- District 9 (Beaverhead and West Madison County)

State of Montana•Dillon, MT
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About The Position

This position is responsible for the enforcement of federal, state, and tribal livestock laws and protecting the livestock industry within the specified geographical region from losses through inspection, surveillance, investigation, and enforcement. District investigators are expected to be knowledgeable in two duty areas (brands and animal health). The position is predominately responsible for law enforcement, and will be required to stop vehicles carrying livestock, serve search warrants, collect evidence from the field, make arrests, issue citations, seize vehicles, seize livestock, and independently conduct felony investigations. In addition to threats typically encountered during the performance of law enforcement activities, district investigators will also work with unpredictable range stock, and must have extensive experience working in this environment in order to take the necessary precautions. As a sworn peace officer, the position may also be called upon to assist federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies with arrests, investigations, roadblocks, etc. Additionally, this position has responsibilities working the Dillon Market. This is a field position and performs remote work. Remote work exists when the majority of work is routinely performed at a location other than a facility owned or operated by the Department. A state-owned vehicle and cell phone/service will be provided. The success of our program is dependent upon teamwork which will occasionally require overnight travel.

Requirements

  • State and federal livestock laws and regulations
  • Anatomy and physiology of stock (cattle, sheep, horses- including reproductive stages and breeds)
  • Livestock brands
  • Lending institution and departmental requirements regarding liens and mortgages
  • Ownership legal requirements
  • Stock handling methods and techniques
  • The statewide brand recording system
  • Arithmetic
  • Proficiency in word processing and standard office software
  • Basic grammar and composition
  • General office procedures and practices
  • Ability to successfully learn and use Department specific software to conduct research on ownership, etc.
  • Ability and willingness to communicate with staff, supervisor and others using electronic devices (including cell phone, handheld computer, personal computer and laptop)
  • Ability to operate and safely drive a motor vehicle
  • Demonstrated effective leadership skills
  • Willingness and ability to adapt to changing priorities
  • Ability to work well under pressure or stress; keep a positive perspective, maintain objectivity in the face of conflict, maintain a business-like approach, and demonstrate patience and composure to others
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • 5+ years of livestock handling experience, including but not limited to the proven ability to rope, clip cattle and read brands
  • Ability to become P.O.S.T. Certified within 1 year of employment
  • Must pass the required physical and psychological testing
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position (including maintaining an unrestricted valid driver's license, and the ability to safely drive a motor vehicle)
  • Must become P.O.S.T certified within 12 months after hire and qualify with firearms as prescribed by department firearms policy and continue to qualify twice annually
  • Must maintain residence within the boundaries of the district to which they are assigned

Nice To Haves

  • Residing within a reasonable distance to Dillon, MT is preferred
  • Graduation from the law enforcement academy and P.O.S.T certifications
  • Progressive experience in livestock law enforcement
  • Prior Experience with the Department

Responsibilities

  • Enforcement of federal, state, and tribal livestock laws
  • Protecting the livestock industry from losses through inspection, surveillance, investigation, and enforcement
  • Stopping vehicles carrying livestock
  • Serving search warrants
  • Collecting evidence from the field
  • Making arrests
  • Issuing citations
  • Seizing vehicles
  • Seizing livestock
  • Independently conducting felony investigations
  • Working with unpredictable range stock
  • Assisting federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies with arrests, investigations, roadblocks, etc.
  • Working the Dillon Market

Benefits

  • Health Coverage
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid vacation, sick leave and Holidays
  • Work/life balance
  • Opportunities and room for professional growth
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  • State-owned vehicle
  • Cell phone/service

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Senior

Education Level

High school or GED

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