Personnel
Position Descriptions
Livestock News Reporter
(Grade 15)
Policy Number: C.E.S.P. 12-27
Date Revised: 5-14-2001
Supersedes: 4-1-1999 |
Nature and Purpose
The Livestock News Reporter is a staff member of the Cooperative Extension Service,
University of Arkansas.
The Livestock News Reporter collects and analyzes livestock market information for
reporting to producers, buyers, and consumers; assists with training youth livestock
judging teams; and assists with live cattle demonstrations.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Duties may include:
• Attends major livestock sales.
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Observes and evaluates all classes of livestock, e.g., physical conditions, weight
range, reruns or traders; grades by USDA system, e.g., Prime, Choice, Good, Standard, or
Utility.
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Secures number of livestock sold and prices paid.
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Notes trade activity and determines cause for market trend.
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Writes report of sale noting price trend, number sold, grades, and weight range for the
news media.
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Compiles weekly livestock summaries.
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Prepares and produces daily and weekly livestock market report for radio news broadcast.
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Prepares and provides livestock market reports for newspapers, television, computer
Internet, bulletin board, and satellite news service.
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Assists with training youth livestock judging teams.
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Performs data entry and analysis of production and financial information for Arkansas
Steer Feedout Project.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Relationships
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Works under general supervision of the Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist.
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Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with supervisors,
organizations, and the general public.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
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High school diploma (or G E D) required.
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Formal education equivalent of Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science, Agriculture, or
related field preferred. (Appropriate experience may be substituted for education.)
Knowledge, Skills, and
Abilities
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Knowledge of the U S D A livestock grading system.
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Knowledge of livestock, breeds, and physical condition.
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Knowledge of terminology used in livestock market reporting.
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Ability to evaluate livestock and analyze market trend.
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Ability to write and present a livestock market report.
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Ability to travel regularly in assigned area.
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Ability to speak clearly and distinctly for radio broadcasts.
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Ability to work regularly while subjected to noise, dust, and animal odors.
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Ability to safely move about as needed in livestock facilities.
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Some positions may require proficiency in data entry, typing, and language skills.
Approval
David E. Foster
Associate Vice President for Agriculture - Extension
July 1, 1996
The Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, national
origin, religion, gender, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally
protected status.
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