Brand Inspector

It's not just a job, it's a way of life. The Idaho State Police and Idaho Brand Board are currently seeking a full-time Brand Inspector to serve the Twin Falls District primarily covering Jerome and Gooding Counties.

Please visit the Brand Board Website at https://isp.idaho.gov/brands/ for more information.

PLEASE NOTE: The successful applicant will be required to complete a full background investigation and polygraph examination. Please review the ISP Employment Disqualifiers and ISP Drug Policy.

Example of Duties

determines ownership and issues inspection certificates for the legal sale, transport, and slaughter of livestock;
visually inspects livestock for ownership brands, marks, and physical characteristics;
inspects animals in the field, at feedlots, sale yards, and slaughterhouses;
apprises buyers if security agreement has been filed;
restrains and clips animals for inspection and cooperates with animal health authorities requiring vaccination or related animal disease control to insure standards are followed.

enforces laws and regulations pertaining to livestock identification, transportation, and exchange;
executes impound orders pending ownership claim;
may impound or order impoundment of animals and vehicles used to transport livestock lacking certified proof of ownership or transfer authority;
may testify in court.

collects and submits money received for inspections made prior to sale, slaughter, change of ownership, or transportation of animals out of state;
accounts for money and writes receipts;
records inspection data and writes inspection summary reports and incident and investigation reports.

explains laws and regulations to the public and implements brand policy and procedures;
attempts to settle disputes among owners of animals by explaining the law;
assists owners in recovering or preventing theft of livestock;
assists federal and state agencies in establishing ownership and in proper disposition of animals including animals covered under the Wild Horse and Burro Act.
Conduct brand and related investigations to affirm and certify ownership of livestock; perform related work.

Minimum Qualifications

identifying livestock by breed, age, and sex;
roping and restraining large animals;
visually identifying brands, tags, and markings on animals;
moving and marketing livestock;
using a computer and mobile devices to enter and retrieve data.
Valid driver's license.

Meet the entrance requirements for the Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Academy and complete Academy within one year of hire.

Supplemental Information

Please make sure your resume and personal information contained in your profile supports your answers to the questions.

(208) 884-7018

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

Benefits

*Benefits may not be applicable for temporary or seasonal positions.

EEO/ADA/Veteran's Preference

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

Agency State of Idaho

Address 304 North 8th Street