Job Title:  State Trapper Location:  Summit County,North Slope Uintahs Part time position June to September  * *Job Description: The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food,Predator Control Program is seeking help to assist livestock producers and wildlife biologists with predatory animals. The employee in this job helps protect animals and resources through direct control using best management practices. They will help verify losses to herds and flocks and coordinate the most efficient and timely approved method of control. They will be required to plan and strategize with local livestock producers,wildlife biologists,private and federal contractors,and other private vendors. The employee will need to live in the geographic area or district in which this position is located. Walking,hiking,or jogging will be required. Knowledge and ability to ride and pack horses is required. The employee will be required seasonally to camp 3-4 nights a week in remote areas. Principal Duties:

• Protect livestock and wildlife from predators by using firearms and traps. 
• Work with local livestock producers and wildlife biologists. 
• Verify and confirm livestock and wildlife mortalities. 
• Plan,coordinate,and strategize aerial operations with ground crews and producers. 
• Communicate with cooperators regularly. 
• Maintain and prepare equipment needed for work in the field and ensure they are safe and operable.
• Travel on foot,vehicle,ATV,or horse,to working areas and lift heavy objects.
• Maintain detailed records of inspections and investigations. 
• Compile data and records electronically via computer or smartphone.
• Be responsible,respectful,and mindful.
• Be ethical,proficient,and effective. 
• Establish positive working relationships with cooperators and others. 

Ideal Candidate:

• Worked with livestock. 
• Understands livestock and wildlife behaviors in natural settings.
• Identify illnesses or causes of death in animals. 
• Coordinates with livestock producers,ranchers,farmers,wildlife biologists,and managers. 
• Knowledge of hunting and trapping predators.
• Actively hike,jog,and walk in outdoor terrains. 
• Owns dogs bred for hunting predators. 
• Actively maintains a high level of horsemanship. 
• Knowledge and familiarity with handling and operating firearms proficiently and safely. 
• Operate 4x4 trucks and ATVs in rugged terrain. 
• Speak or understand the Spanish language.

Why You Should Join Our Team: Would you like to work for the Department of Agriculture and Food? If you would like the opportunity to protect Utah's livestock while working towards the overall mission of the department in keeping Utah healthy,conserving our natural resources,and protecting our food supply. We offer great benefits and a family-friendly work environment. The Agency: If you would like to read more about working for the Department of Agriculture and Food please click here.