Brand Inspector 1

The WSDA Animal Services Division is dedicated to protecting the health and economic vitality of our livestock industry. The Livestock Identification Program aids in that mission by providing asset protection for the livestock industry by recording brands, licensing feedlots and public livestock markets, and by conducting surveillance and inspection of livestock at time of sale and upon out of state movement.

• Visually inspect livestock for brands at sales yards, feedlots, slaughter plants, pastures, receiving stations, and in transport to verify ownership and to ensure compliance with the livestock identification regulations.
• Issue brand inspection certificates using a mobile electronic device (iPad) to purchaser of livestock and inspects livestock back tags for proof of positive ownership and for brand verification at sales yards.
• Collect livestock inspection fees from customers and remits those fees to WSDA.
• Impound livestock or proceeds of the sale of livestock if the consignor does not provide sufficient proof of ownership at the time of sale.
• Assist the compliance program with livestock theft cases and to detect illegal movement of possession of livestock.
• Observe animals and report suspected diseased animals to Animal Services Division and checks market facilities for sanitation conditions.
• Engage with the public in explaining livestock inspection regulations, WSDA policies and procedures regarding the Livestock Identification Program.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain a valid driver's license.

• Benefits
• 12 paid holidays & vacation and leave accruals
• All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required will be provided by the agency

The Washington State Department of Agriculture has been serving the state for more than 100 years. Through service, regulation, and advocacy, we keep agriculture viable and vital in Washington State, while protecting consumers, public health, and the environment.