Livestock Worker 1 (Temporary, Part-time) - Meadows Racetrack
Livestock Worker 1 (Temporary, Part-time) - Meadows Racetrack
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Job Description
THE POSITION
Do you have experience working around horses Are you interested in utilizing that experience in the exciting world of horse racing The Department of Agriculture is seeking candidates for Livestock Worker positions to help Veterinarians handle horses and record sample data at Meadows Racetrack. Apply now and share your specialized skills with one of the best racing programs in the country!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this Livestock Worker position you will perform important work in ensuring that the rules regulations and policies of the Pennsylvania State Horse Racing Commission are followed. Responsibilities include monitoring assigned horses collecting urine samples from horses packaging them according to procedures and completing required records and documentation and assisting in any other necessary farm activities. If you want to work around horses join our team today!
Interested in learning more Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- This is a temporary parttime position and functions in a standby role.
- The typical work schedule is 12:30 PM to 5:30 PM; Wednesday Thursday Friday and Saturday.
- You will work closely with vendors and work hours may change based on vendor availability.
- Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary: In some cases the starting salary may be nonnegotiable.
- 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.
Post Employment Requirement:
- This position will require possession of a Commission Employee License once hired.
Additional Requirements:
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes cover letters and similar documents will notbe 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 and click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
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.
Employment Type
Part-Time
