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Livestock Worker 1 - Penn National Race Course (Permanent part-time)

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Livestock Worker 1 - Penn National Race Course (Permanent part-time)

Salary

$17.38 Hourly

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Non-Civil Service Permanent Part-time

Job Number

N-2026-40296

Department

Department of Agriculture

Division

AG Penn Ntl Rctrk

Opening Date

01/15/2026

Closing Date

1/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

50000

Position Number

00215601

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

J1

Pay Group

ST02

Bureau / Division Code

00043172

Bureau / Division

Penn National Racetrack

Worksite Address

777 Hollywood Blvd

City

Grantville, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17028

Contact Name

Zachary Bender

Contact Email

[email protected]

+ Description

+ Benefits

+ Questions

THE POSITION

Are you experienced in working with horses? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you in the dynamic field of horse racing! The Department of Agriculture is looking for candidates to fill a Livestock Worker position at Penn National Racetrack, where you will assist Veterinarians in handling horses and recording essential sample data. This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with the rules and regulations set forth by the Pennsylvania State Horse Racing Commission. Do not miss your chance to be part of the thrilling world of horse racing—apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Livestock Worker 1 role involves overseeing designated horses, collecting urine samples, packaging them according to established protocols, and completing necessary documentation, while also assisting with various farm tasks. This includes identifying the sample kit in the Test Barn Lab and verifying the sample numbers on the urine cup, blood tubes, security straps, and witness receipt. You will be responsible for escorting the assigned horse from the unsaddling area to the Test Barn, ensuring the horse is directed to a water bucket with clean, fresh water, and remaining present during the tattoo reading by Livestock Worker 2 to confirm validation. Throughout the sampling process, the you must maintain visual contact with the horse until all samples are collected, ensuring the horse drinks from the designated water bucket and stays in the Test Barn until the sampling is complete.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00215601) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Permanent part-time employment

+ Work hours are 5:45 PM to 10:45 PM, Wednesday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

+ You will work closely with vendors and work hours may change based on vendor availability.

+ Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ Experience in general farm work; and such training as may have been gained through completion of the eighth school grade;or

+ An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements:

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Post Employment Requirement:

+ This position will require possession of a Commission Employee License once hired.

Preferred Qualification (not required):

+ Experience working with and around horses

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do you possess experience in general farm work?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Have you completed any college coursework in agriculture?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link.

+ Yes

+ No

04

Preferred Qualification- Do you have experience working with and around horses?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov