Who We Are:
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance
Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.   Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of
Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a
vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts
and its residents.

The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources mission is to cultivate a robust and equitable agricultural economy, promote a safe and resilient food system, and preserve a healthy environment for Massachusetts farmers, animals, and consumers.

Job Opening:
The Department of Agricultural Resources seeks applicants for the position of Animal Health/Dairy Inspector to perform the following duties:

A cover letter and resume must be submitted as part of the application process and attached “as relevant” to the requisition.

The Division of Animal Health is seeking an Animal Health/Dairy Inspector. The Inspector will be responsible for inspections of facilities housing animal businesses, and the animals held therein. The Inspector will generate reports based on inspections and follow up with both the facility and the Division to ensure necessary corrective measures are adhered to. Facilities will include dairy farms, pet shops, and other locations where livestock or other domestic animals are kept.

DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Inspector will split time between fulfilling duties of a dairy farm inspector and an animal health inspector.

Dairy Farm Inspections

Inspection of licensed dairy farms, discovery and reporting of unlicensed facilitiesInspect premises for appropriate management practices with respect to cleanliness and sanitation, including biosecurityInspect animals for signs of illness, infectious or contagious disease, or other infirmity or injuryInspect equipment used in the process of milking animals for sanitary conditions and adequate functionalityReport findings on official forms to be filed with the Division, reviewable by the FDACollect samples for testing to ensure compliance with standards set forth in statutes and regulationsTransport samples to lab for testing and communicate with Division to ensure test results fall within acceptable rangeFollow up with farmers when violations are found to regain complianceRecommend and assist in completion of enforcement actions when compliance is not met

Animal Health Inspections

Inspection of stables, barns, farms, pet shops, animal shelters, animal rescue organizations and any other facility housing domestic animals or livestockInspect premises of any facilities where livestock or other domestic animals are kept for appropriate management practicesInspect animals for signs of illness, contagious or infectious disease, or other infirmity or injuryRestrain and collect samples from livestock and poultry species for diagnostic testingWrite comprehensive reports of findings to be filed with the DivisionFollow up with animal owners when violations are found to regain complianceRecommend and assist in completion of enforcement actions when compliance is not met

In the course of all duties

Inspector will self schedule routine visits within a territory and remain available for response to complaints or emergency situationsInspector will use professional judgment in determining appropriate circumstances that require assistance from municipal, state or federal officials, veterinary or technical professionals, or humane agenciesInspector will attend meetings and hearings relative to regulated communityInspector will be responsible for maintaining state vehicle, including appropriate record keeping and scheduled repairsInspector will travel and inspect licensees and other settings, including retail stores, barns, and farm fields in all weather conditions

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED AT HIRE

Knowledge of the care and handling of domestic livestock animalsKnowledge of the care and handling of other domestic animals such as dogs and catsKnowledge of the appropriate management practices associated with the keeping of livestock or other domestic animalsKnowledge of the appropriate feeds and associated nutritional values thereof to be supplied to different speciesKnowledge of the principles and practices associated with appropriate biosecurity for various domestic speciesKnowledge of the principles and practices associated with appropriate cleaning and disinfection of facilitiesSkill in the communication of rules, regulations and statutesSkill in the communication of concerns of noncomplianceAbility to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs.Ability to handle, position and restrain live animals of small and large animal speciesAbility to gain understanding from regulated community through verbal communicationsAbility to gather information through questioning and observing individuals and by examining records and documentsAbility to utilize investigative techniques to obtain, verify or clarify informationAbility to accurately record information provided orallyAbility to communicate clearly in writingAbility to maintain accurate recordsAbility to prepare general reportsAbility to deal tactfully with othersAbility to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with othersAbility to exercise sound judgmentAbility to exercise discretion in handling confidential informationAbility to maintain a calm manner in stressful and emergency situationsAbility to work independentlyAbility to adapt to varied work situations

QUALIFICATIONS ACQUIRED ON THE JOB

Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, policies, standards and guidelines governing the keeping , sale or farming of domestic animalsKnowledge of the adequate standards of sheltering different domestic speciesKnowledge of the principles and practices associated with containment, suppression and eradication of infectious diseaseKnowledge of the domestic animal import requirementsSkill in the handling, positioning and restraining of live animals of small and large animal speciesSkill in the collecting of appropriate samples for required testingAbility to recognize deficiencies in management practices that lead to undesirable outcomes

Who We Are:
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance
Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.   Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of
Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a
vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts
and its residents.

The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources mission is to cultivate a robust and equitable agricultural economy, promote a safe and resilient food system, and preserve a healthy environment for Massachusetts farmers, animals, and consumers.

Job Opening:
The Department of Agricultural Resources seeks applicants for the position of Animal Health/Dairy Inspector to perform the following duties:

A cover letter and resume must be submitted as part of the application process and attached “as relevant” to the requisition.

The Division of Animal Health is seeking an Animal Health/Dairy Inspector. The Inspector will be responsible for inspections of facilities housing animal businesses, and the animals held therein. The Inspector will generate reports based on inspections and follow up with both the facility and the Division to ensure necessary corrective measures are adhered to. Facilities will include dairy farms, pet shops, and other locations where livestock or other domestic animals are kept.

DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Inspector will split time between fulfilling duties of a dairy farm inspector and an animal health inspector.

Dairy Farm Inspections

Inspection of licensed dairy farms, discovery and reporting of unlicensed facilitiesInspect premises for appropriate management practices with respect to cleanliness and sanitation, including biosecurityInspect animals for signs of illness, infectious or contagious disease, or other infirmity or injuryInspect equipment used in the process of milking animals for sanitary conditions and adequate functionalityReport findings on official forms to be filed with the Division, reviewable by the FDACollect samples for testing to ensure compliance with standards set forth in statutes and regulationsTransport samples to lab for testing and communicate with Division to ensure test results fall within acceptable rangeFollow up with farmers when violations are found to regain complianceRecommend and assist in completion of enforcement actions when compliance is not met

Animal Health Inspections

Inspection of stables, barns, farms, pet shops, animal shelters, animal rescue organizations and any other facility housing domestic animals or livestockInspect premises of any facilities where livestock or other domestic animals are kept for appropriate management practicesInspect animals for signs of illness, contagious or infectious disease, or other infirmity or injuryRestrain and collect samples from livestock and poultry species for diagnostic testingWrite comprehensive reports of findings to be filed with the DivisionFollow up with animal owners when violations are found to regain complianceRecommend and assist in completion of enforcement actions when compliance is not met

In the course of all duties

Inspector will self schedule routine visits within a territory and remain available for response to complaints or emergency situationsInspector will use professional judgment in determining appropriate circumstances that require assistance from municipal, state or federal officials, veterinary or technical professionals, or humane agenciesInspector will attend meetings and hearings relative to regulated communityInspector will be responsible for maintaining state vehicle, including appropriate record keeping and scheduled repairsInspector will travel and inspect licensees and other settings, including retail stores, barns, and farm fields in all weather conditions

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED AT HIRE

Knowledge of the care and handling of domestic livestock animalsKnowledge of the care and handling of other domestic animals such as dogs and catsKnowledge of the appropriate management practices associated with the keeping of livestock or other domestic animalsKnowledge of the appropriate feeds and associated nutritional values thereof to be supplied to different speciesKnowledge of the principles and practices associated with appropriate biosecurity for various domestic speciesKnowledge of the principles and practices associated with appropriate cleaning and disinfection of facilitiesSkill in the communication of rules, regulations and statutesSkill in the communication of concerns of noncomplianceAbility to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs.Ability to handle, position and restrain live animals of small and large animal speciesAbility to gain understanding from regulated community through verbal communicationsAbility to gather information through questioning and observing individuals and by examining records and documentsAbility to utilize investigative techniques to obtain, verify or clarify informationAbility to accurately record information provided orallyAbility to communicate clearly in writingAbility to maintain accurate recordsAbility to prepare general reportsAbility to deal tactfully with othersAbility to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with othersAbility to exercise sound judgmentAbility to exercise discretion in handling confidential informationAbility to maintain a calm manner in stressful and emergency situationsAbility to work independentlyAbility to adapt to varied work situations

QUALIFICATIONS ACQUIRED ON THE JOB

Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, policies, standards and guidelines governing the keeping , sale or farming of domestic animalsKnowledge of the adequate standards of sheltering different domestic speciesKnowledge of the principles and practices associated with containment, suppression and eradication of infectious diseaseKnowledge of the domestic animal import requirementsSkill in the handling, positioning and restraining of live animals of small and large animal speciesSkill in the collecting of appropriate samples for required testingAbility to recognize deficiencies in management practices that lead to undesirable outcomes

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements:

Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time technical experience in pesticide regulation, control of pests, dissemination of technical guidance relative to the proper use of pesticides, environmental protection, management, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

I. An Associate's degree with a major in agriculture, forestry, environmental protection, chemistry, biology, environmental or sanitary engineering or related fields from a recognized college or university may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

II. A Bachelor's degree or higher with a major in agriculture, forestry, environmental protection, chemistry, biology, environmental or sanitary engineering or related fields may be substituted for the required experience.

Education towards such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Special Requirements:

1. Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

2. Based on assignment, eligibility for appointment as a special police officer under the provisions of Chapter 147 of the Massachusetts General Laws.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Minimum Entrance Requirements:

Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time technical experience in pesticide regulation, control of pests, dissemination of technical guidance relative to the proper use of pesticides, environmental protection, management, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

I. An Associate's degree with a major in agriculture, forestry, environmental protection, chemistry, biology, environmental or sanitary engineering or related fields from a recognized college or university may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

II. A Bachelor's degree or higher with a major in agriculture, forestry, environmental protection, chemistry, biology, environmental or sanitary engineering or related fields may be substituted for the required experience.

Education towards such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Special Requirements:

1. Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

2. Based on assignment, eligibility for appointment as a special police officer under the provisions of Chapter 147 of the Massachusetts General Laws.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Want the specifics?Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.