Agriculture Specialist I, II, III - Livestock - Manfacturing, Agribusiness, at Texas Department of Criminal Justice

Tennessee Colony, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Dec, 25

Salary

3906.52

Posted On

29 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Technical Assistance, Livestock Care, Agricultural Machinery, Construction, Repair, Maintenance, Inventory Management, Record Keeping, Emergency Response, Custodial Functions, Breeding, Preventive Medical Treatment, Security Management, Transportation, Monitoring, Initiative, Independent Judgment

Industry

Government Administration

Description

JOB SUMMARY 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. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS A. Provides technical assistance in the general care and accountability of livestock; and oversees livestock program operations. B. Assists in producing, processing, and distributing livestock, livestock feed rations, and livestock commodities; and assists in breeding and in preventive medical treatment of livestock. C. Oversees the operation of agricultural machinery; and assists in construction, repair, and maintenance of agricultural facilities. D. Implements an established training program; assists in maintaining inventory of materials and supplies; and assists in maintaining records and prepares related correspondence and reports. E. 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. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 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 **This is a Career Ladder position. When filling the available positions, consideration will be given to the selected applicant's education and experience.** **The Manufacturing, Agribusiness, and Logistics Division has only one Agriculture Specialist position available. Applicants need only submit one application for employment.** The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position. Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met. No military equivalent

Responsibilities

The Agriculture Specialist performs complex agricultural work involving the production and care of livestock. They also monitor the activities of assigned inmates and oversee livestock program operations.