at State of Wyoming in Big Piney, Wyoming, United States
Job Description
Full Time Brand Inspector 2026-01622
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Full Time Brand Inspector 2026-01622
Salary
$16.01 Hourly
Location
Big Piney, WY
Job Type
Contract Full-time
Job Number
2026-01622
Department
Livestock Board
Division
Livestock Board
Opening Date
07/08/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Determined by Position
Job Classification
ATAW51
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+ Benefits
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Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Contractor shall perform support for brand inspector services , including but not limited to the completing and issuing official certificates for inspecting of livestock, wool, pelts, hides, or carcasses for brands and ownership as provided in Wyoming Statutes 11-20-201 et seq., and as required and instructed by the Wyoming Livestock Board. The contractor is responsible for the collection of fees and all record-keeping duties as directed for accountability purposes. This contractor will mainly work inBig Piney and surround areas of Sublette County as needed. This is a full-time position.Human Resource Contact: Serenity Moffett serenity.moffett@wyo.gov (serenity.moffett@wyo.gove) 307-777-6243
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.
+ Contractor may be asked to physically inspect livestock, wool, pelts, hides, or carcasses for brands and ownership as provided in Wyoming Statute.
+ Contractor shall also complete and issue all necessary documents as provided in Wyoming Statutes 11-20-201 et seq., including but not limited to certificates of inspection and clearance.
+ Contractor may be asked to act as an agent of the Wyoming Livestock Board regarding any additional assigned duties in the areas of Animal Health, Animal identification or tracebacks, Animal Welfare, Public Safety, Law Enforcement assistance, or other related duties as provided by Wyoming Statute and agency rules, regulations, and orders, and any other duties as assigned by the agency.
+ Contractor shall collect and account for all applicable Brand Inspection, Beef Council, or Predatory Animal Control fees.
+ Contractor shall be responsible for the upkeep and keep an accurate inventory of all agency-issued equipment, forms, documents, and tools, and will be responsible for an annual inventory log of issued items.
+ Attend orientation and training sessions to keep current with laws, rules, and technology used in performing duties.
+ Contractor shall keep informed of and comply with all applicable state laws, rules, and regulations, and Agency policies and procedures, if any, governing brand inspection or other statutorily assigned duties in the performance of this contract.
+ Contractor shall submit all related fees, certificates, and reports to the Agency promptly and within established guidelines.
+ Contractor shall keep daily timesheets of their duties and be subject to an annual work performance review.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
Preference may be given to applicants with experience in production livestock and/or a state agricultural inspection and/or regulatory program. **Agency requires that the successful applicant have a valid driver’s license.KNOWLEDGE:
+ Knowledge of the livestock industry.
+ Knowledge of safe livestock handling techniques.
+ Knowledge of basic recordkeeping and accounting skills.
+ Knowledge of State livestock laws, animal health laws, and Wyoming Livestock Board rules and regulations.
+ Knowledge of livestock inspection programs.
+ Skill in oral and written communications with the public.
+ Ability to embrace new technologies as the agency moves forward with integrated computerization.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
None – See “Preferences”
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
+ This is a physically demanding position working with livestock outdoors in all weather conditions with frequent travel.
+ This position is able to lift 40lbs.
NOTES:
+ FLSA: Non-Exempt
+ This position is an at-will contract position with no expectation of continued employment.
+ Brand inspector positions are authorized by W.S. 11-20-201 and are employees of the Wyoming Livestock Board
+ Employment may be subject to the applicant successfully completing a background check.
Supplemental Information
Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces and clean air, great recreational opportunities, and no State income tax to mention a few! In addition, the State of Wyoming offers State Brand Inspector employees a very generous benefits package.
For additional information on living in the state of Wyoming pleaseclick here (https://www.wyo.gov/home) .
Benefits:
RETIREMENT
+ The State employee’s retirement program includes both the benefits of the Wyoming Retirement System and Social Security System.
+ An employee becomes fully vested upon completion of four years of service.
+ Early withdrawal of retirement funds results in forfeiture of employer matching contributions and interest on employer contributions.
+ As of the 2012 Legislative Session a “second tier” (Tier 2) of benefits for members of the Public Employee Pension was created. The benefits for both tiers are as follows: *Wyoming has the “85 Year Rule” in place for full retirement qualification — your age, plus your years of service must equal 85 to qualify for full benefits upon early retirement.
+ For more detailed information on the State retirement benefits please contact Wyoming Retirement System athttp://retirement.state.wy.us/ (https://retirement.wyo.gov/) or Wyoming Retirement System, 6101 Yellowstone Road, Suite 500, Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002 (307) 777-7691.
HEALTH INSURANCE
+ The State pays roughly 82% towards the employees elected health, dental and basic life insurance monthly.
+ For more detailsclick here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/group-insurance/active-employees) .
+ All plans have an initial deductible; the State Health Plan pays in-network and in-state providers for covered medical expenses at 85 or 75 percent. This amount may be less, if care is received from an out-of-state, non network provider.
+ A new employee and their dependents have 31 days from date of eligibility to enroll.
+ Coverage begins on the first day of the month following employment, except for TP01 employees who have a 90 day waiting period before coverage begins.
+ Various deductibles are available.
+ The State also offers a Health Savings Account (HSA) eligible option. An HSA is like an IRA for medical care and requires a great deal of thought before electing to participate due to the restrictions and limitations. There are, however, some very attractive aspects to this option for certain individuals. If you think you may be interested, please request additional information on this option.
LIFE INSURANCE
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