Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING

Position Number:  00176394

Description Activated On:  1/28/2026 3:02:27 PM

Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. 

 In order to ensure the integrity of racing, Livestock Worker I is assigned to collect urine and assist in the taking of blood samples for testing purposes. Current schedule is Saturday, Monday Tuesday from 1-6pm and Sunday from 5-10pm.

Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor.

1. Collect urine from assigned horses.
2. Pick up sample kit from State Veterinarian's office; verify sample numbers on urine cup, security straps and witness receipt.
3. Notify State Veterinarian urine has been collected and assist Veterinarian in bleeding horse.
4. The horse must be under the observation of the Livestock Worker at all times.
5. Identify the horse by reading the tattoo number.
6. Return sample, split and wrap urine and blood samples according to established guidelines.
7. Clean work area.
8. Bed stalls.
9. Other work deemed necessary or appropriate by supervisor.

Required to obtain a Commission Employee License after employment.

Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature.

Livestock Worker determines if sufficient amount of urine has been collected to be analyzed. Decision regarding horses receiving medications and how long the Livestock Worker will stay in the stall will be determined by the State Veterinarian.

Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License

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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
 
 1. Follow written and verbal instructions including standard operating procedures.
 2. Perform duties in barn area around horses with exposure to dust, dirt, and hay.
 3. Utilize current technology to perfrom daily tasks.
 4. Communicate effectively. (verbal and writing).
 5. Maintain integrity of evidence, samples, and records.
 6. Withstand various types of weather conditions.
 7. Walk and stand for long periods which includes maneuvering over all types of physical surfaces.
 8. Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching and climbing of stairs.
 9. Lift equipment and supplies up to 30 pounds.
 10. Maintain professionalism at all times.