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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Temporary Part-Time Livestock Worker 1 - Penn National Racecourse - 3 Positions in Grantville, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4434790 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 assist Veterinarians to handle horses, record data, and monitor Lasix medication at Penn National Racecourse. Livestock Workers perform important work in ensuring that the rules, regulations, and policies of the Pennsylvania State Horse Racing Commission are followed. DESCRIPTION OF WORK The Livestock Worker 1 role entails the crucial task of overseeing and documenting the administration of Lasix to horses under the supervision of the dedicated veterinarian. Additionally, they are responsible for maintaining the Detention Barn, ensuring its cleanliness and functionality. Moreover, the Livestock Worker 1 is expected to lend a helping hand in various farm activities as needed, showcasing their versatility and commitment to the overall operations of the farm.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information: Temporary, part-time employment These positions are temporary part-time, to fill in on an as-needed basis. Typical workdays are Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday: 5:45 PM to 10:45 PM. Work schedule is vendor controlled and may change as determined by the racing schedule. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 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.
Additional Requirements: You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be 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 towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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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, nationa origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.