Full Time Brand Inspector 2026-01587

Full Time Brand Inspector 2026-01587

Salary

$16.01 Hourly

Location

Carpenter, WY

Job Type

Contract Full-time

Job Number

2026-01587

Department

Livestock Board

Division

Livestock Board

Opening Date

06/19/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

ataw51

• Description
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• Questions

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 in Carpenter and the surrounding area in Laramie County with area producers. This is a full-time position.

Human Resource Contact: Serenity Moffett serenity.moffett@wyo.gov 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 drivers 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

051 - Wyoming Livestock Board

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URL:http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

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 please click here.

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 at http://retirement.state.wy.us/ 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 details click here.
• 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

• Basic Term Life insurance and AD&D coverage is available. Cost increases with age.
• Basic life, the death benefit is $50,000 through age 59 and declines afterwards.
• Term Life coverage is also available for dependents.
• Voluntary Life insurance is also available to supplement the Basic life coverage.
• Additional life insurance is available through the Wyoming Retirement System. Group term costs $16.00 per month.

DENTAL COVERAGE

• State employees may be covered by the Delta Dental Plan.
• There are two dental plans available. The preventive is required with the health plan. The optional dental plan, which provides coverage for restorations and etc., is voluntary.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS

• Flexible Spending Account allows you to pay for eligible medical insurance premiums on a pre-tax basis, and
• Medical Reimbursement Accounts: money from earnings can be set aside, on a pre-tax basis, to pay eligible medical expenses.
• Dependent Day Care Reimbursement Account: money from earnings can be set aside, on a pre-tax basis, to pay for eligible dependent care expenses.

May also elect:

Vision

Medical Transportation Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability Insurance

01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(AA) Describe your relevant work experience or transferable skills that you have related to the job description.

04

Do you have experience in any of the following areas? Check all that apply.

• Production livestock
• State agricultural inspection
• Regulatory program

05

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

06

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

07

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

08

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

09

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

10

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

11

(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm