Class Series Concept
Position in this series independently inspect and verify ownership and title status of livestock at change of ownership and movement out of state and country to support the economic vitality of Washington’s livestock industries by proving asset protection and supporting disease traceability standards. Incumbents interact with Washington residences, local government officials, tribes, other state government inspectors and United State Department of Agriculture officials.
Definition
Independently inspects livestock at livestock facilities such as public livestock markets, cattle feed lots, slaughter facilities, county fairs, special sales, and customer residences to collect identification, verify and establish ownership and title status. Incumbents interact with Washington residences, local government officials, tribes, other state government inspectors and United States Department of Agriculture officials. This ensures compliance with the Livestock Identification Act and assists with prevention of livestock theft.
Typical Work
Verifies and establishes ownership and title status and right of possession; determines proper proof of ownership documents with authority to reject/deny inspections;
Utilizes technology to capture and pair data with Radion Frequency Identification Devise readers and iPads;
Provides education and outreach to customers and stakeholders regarding livestock regulations and required documentation and assists with problem resolution;
Interacts with Washington residents, border state residents, local government officials, tribes, other state government inspectors, and United States Department of Agriculture officials;
Impounds proceeds of livestock sales when proper proof of ownership is not presented; validates proper proof of ownership to release impounds;
Issues official livestock identification certificates and documents;
Maintains public relations with livestock industry to promote understanding and compliance with livestock identification laws and regulations;
Collects inspection fees and other funds; makes inspection and financial reports and transmits funds to the WSDA office;
Writes clear and concise inspection documents;
Performs other duties as required.
Utilizes technology to capture and pair data with Radion Frequency Identification Devise readers and iPads;
Provides education and outreach to customers and stakeholders regarding livestock regulations and required documentation and assists with problem resolution;
Interacts with Washington residents, border state residents, local government officials, tribes, other state government inspectors, and United States Department of Agriculture officials;
Impounds proceeds of livestock sales when proper proof of ownership is not presented; validates proper proof of ownership to release impounds;
Issues official livestock identification certificates and documents;
Maintains public relations with livestock industry to promote understanding and compliance with livestock identification laws and regulations;
Collects inspection fees and other funds; makes inspection and financial reports and transmits funds to the WSDA office;
Writes clear and concise inspection documents;
Performs other duties as required.
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of: breeds of cattle, and horses; methods, procedures and techniques used in identification, transportation, sale and slaughter of livestock.
Ability to: learn livestock laws and regulations; use mature judgment and achieve complete rapport with clients; write and speak clearly, concisely, accurately and informatively; receive, account for and transmit funds; travel frequently and for extended periods.
Ability to: learn livestock laws and regulations; use mature judgment and achieve complete rapport with clients; write and speak clearly, concisely, accurately and informatively; receive, account for and transmit funds; travel frequently and for extended periods.
Legal Requirement(s)
There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.
Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.
Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.
Desirable Qualifications
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
Two years of experience in agricultural industry working with livestock, OR Two years of experience working in an administrative role with a minimum of one year of experience working with livestock.
Equivalent education/experience.
AND
Two years of experience in agricultural industry working with livestock, OR Two years of experience working in an administrative role with a minimum of one year of experience working with livestock.
Equivalent education/experience.
Class Specification History
New class Effective April 4, 1969
Revised minimum qualifications February 8, 1979
Revised definition and minimum qualifications, title change (formerly Brand Inspectors and general revision) October 12, 1979
New class code: (formerly 44410) effective July 1, 2007.
Base range salary adjustment adopted 6/30/2017, effective 7/1/2017; 32 increased to 33.
Revised Legal Requirements; effective June 6, 2024, due to adopted legislative action.
Add class series concept, revised definition, typical work, knowledge and abilities, desired qualifications, and base range increase from 33 to 39; adopted June 23, 2025; effective July 1, 2025.
