TAHC - Livestock Enforcement Investigator, Sulphur Springs

Your Skills. Our Mission. Stronger Together at TAHC!

Start your career at the Texas Animal Health Commission as we work together to protect the livestock industry. Whether you’re looking to begin your career, apply your current skills and experience, or explore opportunities to innovate, we encourage you to apply! At TAHC, we promote a culture of teamwork, open communication, transparency, and a commitment to educating the public while safeguarding Texas livestock.

Join us and make a difference—because protecting Texas agriculture starts with you!

Position headquarters will be Sulphur Springs Region. Must reside within one of the following counties:
Grayson, Cooke and Fannin counties.

Performs complex (journey-level) investigative work within the Texas Animal Health Commission. The Livestock Enforcement Investigator will report to a Senior Investigator. Position is responsible for conducting roadside inspections and investigations related to the transportation of livestock moving in and throughout the State of Texas; enforcement of TAHC rules and regulations including livestock shipment inspections; conducts inspections at statewide events including, but not limited to, livestock shows, fairs, rodeos, and other livestock related events and congregational points;

conducting surveys, and assisting with various agency animal health related programs. Works with state law enforcement and other government agencies. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This position is subject to irregular working hours and extensive travel, primarily within the state of Texas.

• Conducts compliance inspections and investigations for movement of livestock in and throughout the State of Texas.
• Enforces TAHC rules and regulations related to livestock movement throughout the state.
• Conducts compliance inspections at statewide events including, but not limited to, livestock shows, fairs, rodeos, and other livestock related events and congregational points.
• Coordinates and/or conducts inspections and investigations of alleged violations of laws, rules, and regulations.
• Investigates complaints involving allegations of noncompliance with TAHC rules and regulations.
• Reviews background and personal history investigations, records, and verifies information; interviews of witnesses and complainants; evaluates and summarizes investigative findings.
• Files criminal complaints with proper courts of law; testifies and presents evidence at formal hearings or court proceedings.
• Maintains frequent contacts with court personnel, prosecuting attorneys, law enforcement agencies, private veterinarians, livestock producers, and market owners and operators.
• Coordinates and communicates with TAHC Compliance Department to keep management informed of all issues related to inspections, investigations, and daily schedules.
• May develop and provide training to field staff, animal health and law enforcements agents on compliance matters, including TAHC livestock shipments and roadblock activities.
• Works with state law enforcement and other government agencies.
• Assists with Emergency Management activities.
• Completes and submits weekly time reports, travel vouchers, and complaints filed reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Degree from an accredited four-year college or university.

Experience in investigative or animal health inspector work may substitute for a degree on a year-for-year basis.

Knowledge of investigative principles, techniques, and procedures; of the laws governing the activities regulated by the TAHC; and of court procedures, practices, and rules of evidence. Skill in operation of computer and applicable software; exceptional skills in written and verbal communication and the ability to interact effectively with staff and associates at all levels, as well as members of the general public.

Ability to plan, organize, and conduct investigations; prepare concise reports; and to testify in hearings and court proceedings.

Must have a valid Texas driver’s license and safe driving…