Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING

Position Number:  00012532

Description Activated On:  8/5/2022 10:06:26 AM

Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. 

 In order to ensure the integrity of racing, Livestock Worker 1 is assigned to collect urine and assist in the taking of blood samples for testing purposes.

Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor.

1. Collect urine from assigned horses.
2. Pick up sample kit from state vet’s office; verify samples numbers on urine cup, security straps and witness receipt.
3. Notify state vet urine has been collected and assist vet in bleeding horse.
4. The horse must be under the observation of the farm worker at all times.
5. Identify the horse by reading the tattoo number.
6. Return sample, split and wrap urine and blood samples according to established guidelines.
7. Clean work area.
8. Bed stalls.
9. Other work deemed necessary or appropriate by supervisor.

Employees need to obtain a Commission Employee License.

Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature.

Insuring the times, tattoos and all information is accurate and correct. Also, make sure that all horsemen have their license and to convey any abnormalities to the judges immediately. This is of the utmost importance since the immediate supervisor is not present for the job.

Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License

Experience:



Licenses, registrations, or certifications:

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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
 
 1. Follow written and verbal instructions including standard operating procedures.
 2. Perform duties in barn area around horses with exposure to dust, dirt, and hay.
 3. Utilize current technology to perform daily tasks.
 4. Communicate effectively in English (verbal and writing).
 5. Maintain integrity of evidence, samples, and records.
 6. Withstand various types of weather conditions.
 7. Walk and stand for long periods which includes maneuvring over all types of physical surfaces.
 8. Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching and climbing of stairs.
 9. Lift equipment and supplies up to 30 pounds.
 10. Maintain professionalism at all times.