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Job Description
Job Location: West Central MO (preferred domicile counties include: St. Clair, Cedar, Dade, Polk or Hickory)
Why you’ll love this position:
The market news team is looking for an individual with a passion for livestock who enjoys the fast-paced environment of an auction setting. This is a customer service based position which focuses on the collection of price data and trends which affect trade in the livestock industry.
This is a part-time benefited position located in West Central Missouri, this position will work less than 1040 hours in a 12-month period.- Prepare records of market activity utilizing official United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards.
- Attend specific designated livestock markets on an as needed basis, primarily cattle auctions, but small animal markets on occasion.
- Day travel, occasional overnight stays and/or Saturday work will be required.
- Communicate effectively and establish good working relationships with producers and stakeholders.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:- Four (4) or more years of professional or technical experience in the livestock industry which affords a knowledge of agricultural production and marketing techniques. Required experience may be obtained through work experience or the completion of a bachelor’s degree with a specialization in agriculture, marketing, business, public administration or a closely related field.
- Possess a valid MO Driver's License.
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
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