"Serving consumers and agriculture by safeguarding the public, plants, animals and the environment through promotion, education and regulation."
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is currently recruiting for an Agriculture Investigator, Sr.for Field Services in the Plant Industries Division located in the Boise office.
Referred lists will be pulled periodically. Apply as soon as possible to ensure you will be considered for this position. This job announcement will be closed if the position is filled prior to the closing date.
Example of Duties
Administrative Duties
Develop project reports and investigation reports for submission and approval to Program Manager, Bureau Chief, or Division Administrator as necessary.
Enforce state laws and ISDA rules.
Represent ISDA in meetings with grower organizations, commodity commissions, and general public, and interactions with the University of Idaho and other federal/state agencies as directed by Program Manager andBureau Chief.
Provide administrative and office coverage as directed by Program Manager andBureau Chief.
Draft correspondence as directed by Program Manager and Bureau Chief.
Develop routine reports, such as Activity, Vehicle, and financial reports, and submit by due date.
Enforce state laws and ISDA rules and conduct investigations and inspections including:
Phytosanitary Export Certification.
Field Inspections.
Nursery inspections & License Enforcement.
Feed and Fertilizer Sampling and Label Review & Enforcement.
Pest and Disease Surveys.
Quarantine Rule Enforcement.
Seed Enforcement under Federal and State Seed Laws/Rules.
Apiary Inspections.
Maintain Required Skill Development and Non-Supervisory Employee Training.
Participate in Special Projects as directed by Program Manager and Bureau Chief.
A cell phone with an Idaho area code, furnished by the employee, is required for this position and is eligible for reimbursement under the Cell Phone Reimbursement policy.
The successful candidate must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions and around dust particles in both fields and warehouses.
Minimum Qualifications:These qualifications are mandatory requirements.
Experience writing narrative reports.
Typically gained by 12 months of experience preparing narrative reports such as business reports, investigative reports, research summaries, etc. This is a requirement for this position. A 'Yes' response must be supported in your resume.
Specialty Qualifications:Thesequalifications are mandatory requirements.
Good knowledge of animal feed for a variety of animals, identifying and controlling weeds, pests, plant diseases and/or propagating plants.
Valid Driver's License.
Supplemental Information
Desirable Qualifications:These qualifications are not required; however, if you have the related background it may increase your score.
An accredited USDA/APHIS/PPQ Authorized Certification Official (ACO).
Experience in plant protection regulatory activities.
Ability to operate ATVs in field conditions.
Ability to perform physical tasks, including walking over rough terrain over extended distances, digging in soil, bending to collect samples, carrying samples and materials weighing up to 60 lbs, often over rough or muddy terrain.
Ability to work independently
Ability to maneuver trailers
Temporary appointments from this announcement, serving at least one thousand forty (1,040) hours of continuous service, may be hired as an entrance probationary employee without further examination for the same classification and location as announced.
Thank you for your interest in the Department of Agriculture!
If you have questions,
Please Contact Us At:
jobs@isda.idaho.govor at (208) 332-8520
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or emailada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION
We have one of theNation's best state retirement systems(PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS
Excellent medical, dental and visioninsurance-employee only coverage for PPO $65/month for medical and vision & $11.00/month for dental
generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start
11 paid holidays a year
paid parental leave
multiple savings plans, optional 401K, and optional 457
Benefits may not be applicable for temporary or seasonal positions.
EEO/ADA/Veteran's Preference
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or emailada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
Agency
State of Idaho
Address
2270 Old Penitentiary Road
Boise, Idaho 83707
Website
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/idaho
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
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Other
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