livestock specialist

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Master's degree

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

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Work site environment

• Outdoors
• Dusty
• Hot
• Noisy
• Odours
• Wet/damp

Work setting

• Rural area
• Various locations
• Remote location
• Relocation costs not covered by employer

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Analyze agricultural data
• Conduct research
• Share research reports to farmers
• Liaise with researchers, educators and government or business managers on matters pertaining to farming and agriculture
• Maintain records of services provided and the effects of advice given
• Prepare and conduct advisory information sessions and lectures for farmers and other groups
• Provide counselling and advisory services to farmers on agricultural subjects

Experience and specialization

Area of work experience

• Animals and poultry

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel
• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Public transportation is not available
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Handling heavy loads

Own tools/equipment

• Internet access

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Commission
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Travel insurance