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Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association

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Employment Opportunities

Law Enforcement

For employment in the law enforcement department, call 800-242-7820 and ask for Michelle Carlile at extension 111. Specific qualifications are required for consideration to be a special ranger (see below).

Thank you for your interest in becoming a special ranger with Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association (TSCRA).

TSCRA employs 30 professional law enforcement officers who are strategically positioned throughout Texas and Oklahoma to investigate agricultural theft. TSCRA special rangers are commissioned by the Texas Department of Public Safety and/or the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation.

In the rare instances when a position becomes available, applicants must meet these minimum requirements to be considered for an interview:

  • U.S. citizen
  • Excellent physical condition
  • Outstanding record of at least five (5) years of active law enforcement experience, including criminal investigative experience
    • NOTE: Military police experience does not count toward the five (5) years of required experience
  • Hold an active peace officers license
  • Meet the approval of Texas Department of Public Safety and/or Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation
  • Current in all mandated training required by respective state licensing agency
  • Extensive background in the livestock (cattle) industry
  • Pass a thorough and comprehensive background investigation
  • Pass a polygraph and psychological evaluation
  • No criminal history of (and not limited to) felony criminal convictions, family violence, DWI or DUI convictions
  • Of good moral character and habits
  • Good driving record
  • Possess a valid Texas driver’s license free of any restrictions that would compromise the applicant’s ability to perform duties

TSCRA Staff

The TSCRA Executive Director of Communications and Marketing has the responsibility of being the lead in developing and implementing communications and marketing strategies across TSCRA and its related entities to provide a strong and unilateral voice to TSCRA. This position will manage internal staff and external contractors and have the authority to exercise discretion and independent judgment in fulfilling any responsibilities.

General Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement communications and marketing strategies for TSCRA and its related entities
  • Develop and implement strategies to increase TSCRA’s digital presence through social media and other platforms
  • Manage content developers, designers, and other individuals related to communications and marketing efforts
  • Manage all social media platforms and planning for TSCRA and its related entities
  • Oversee news media inquiries, press release preparation, and news media relationships
  • Manage the production of print and digital efforts, including but not limited to The Cattleman magazine, podcast, and blog
  • Establish and maintain processes, systems, and workflows to ensure cohesive operations within TSCRA and its related entities to align with the priorities of TSCRA
  • Annually develop communications and marketing budget
  • Contribute to content development (writing, designing, producing) when necessary to ensure quality control and timely execution
  • Support other TSCRA departments and entities, including but not limited to communications and marketing for events
  • Oversee the creation and sale of merchandise for TSCRA and its related entities
  • Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Executive Vice President/CEO
Qualifications / Specifics
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to multi-task, work cooperatively with others, and manage projects
  • Experience building and maintaining processes and systems to support communications and marketing efforts
  • Experience developing and implementing digital marketing efforts and social media content and management best practices and tools
  • Significant communications, marketing, supervisory and management experience
  • Be in the TSCRA Fort Worth office as needed
  • Able to work normal hours and at other times including evenings and weekends as needed
  • Able to travel as required
  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field
Reporting Relationship

Reports to TSCRA Executive Vice President/CEO

Position Status

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and work responsibilities of the position. This position description and the duties of this position are subject to change, modification, and addition as deemed necessary by the TSCRA. Employees are required to comply with supervisory instructions and perform other job duties, responsibilities and assignments requested. This position description does not constitute an employment contract between the TSCRA and the employee.

Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon TSCRA’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by TSCRA’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history investigation.

Compensation Basis

Exempt, full-time, salary

Applications or questions should be submitted to [email protected].

Internship Program

TSCRA has an opportunity for students to assist during the summer months in our headquarters office in Fort Worth. TSCRA will encourage students to experience a wide range of work and departments, to network with industry leaders and gain access to the agriculture industry as a whole.

General Responsibilities
  • Students will work across several departments including administration, communications, education, events and membership.
  • Students will assist staff in preparing for the 2022 TSCRA Summer Meeting in Santa Fe, New Mexico, through specific assigned tasks.
  • Students may be asked to attend industry trade show events on behalf of TSCRA, as needed.
  • Students will be asked to perform a multitude of generic office tasks such as phone answering, data entry, mailings, filings and other administrative tasks.
Qualifications / Specifics
  • Must be a college student at an accredited university
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA recommended
  • Be available mid-May to mid-August, with flexibility on school schedule and online classes
  • Willing to relocate and live in Fort Worth during duration of internship
  • Office attire is business casual, while some specific events are business attire
  • Agricultural industry experience preferred but not required

This is a paid internship, and multiple positions may be available for the right candidates. Students must submit a cover letter, resume and letter of recommendation via Adobe PDF or Microsoft Office formats. The deadline for completed applications is Friday, March 18, 2022. Please note that interviews will take place after April 1, 2022.  Applications or questions should be submitted to [email protected] and reference Fort Worth Summer Internship.

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