Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Livestock Inspector
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture
Oklahoma City, OK
01.2007 - Current
Interacted with veterinarians to discuss treatment plans for sick or injured animals.
Inspected and monitored animal health, welfare, and husbandry practices in livestock facilities.
Maintained proper inspection, sanitation and disposal procedures to prevent contaminate food sources from being consumed.
Attended continuing education courses related to animal health and welfare regulations.
Maintained visual control of condemned items until proper disposal procedures were completed.
Analyzed data collected from inspections and investigations and prepared detailed reports.
Identified any areas of non-compliance during inspections and provided guidance on corrective action plans as needed.
Participated in public outreach activities such as educational seminars or conferences about livestock production.
Investigated reports of potential animal cruelty or neglect in accordance with applicable laws.
Responded promptly to emergency situations involving animals or their owners and caretakers.
Identified diseases and problems such as airsacculitis, tumors, septicemia and other condemnable and non-condemnable conditions.
Performed regular inspections of livestock farms for proper sanitation and safety standards.
Reviewed animal health records to ensure compliance with local and state regulations.
Maintained accurate records related to inspections, investigations, treatments.
Educated producers on humane handling techniques and other topics related to animal care.
Provided assistance with disposal of deadstock in a safe and sanitary manner per regulations.
Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
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