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  • ID
    #21289878
  • Job type
    Full-time
  • Salary
    USD 22.50/hour with competitive benefits 22.50/hour with competitive benefits
  • Source
    Washington
  • Date
    2021-10-15
  • Deadline
    2021-12-14

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"Serving consumers and agriculture by safeguarding the public, plants, animals and the environment through promotion, education and regulation."

The Idaho Department of Agriculture is currently recruiting for an Agriculture Investigator Senior in the division of Agriculture Resources located in Post Falls, Idaho. This position requires travel between various work sites and limited overnight travel. The incumbent will need to obtain a Professional Applicator's License with a Pesticide Consultant's License category and a Chemigation License category during the entry probationary period. Also must be able to do the following: work in inclement weather, negotiate rough terrain, stand for lengthy periods of time, and lift at least fifty (50) pounds.

A highly desirable candidate will be fluent in verbal and written English and Spanish.

This announcement will remain open until this position has been filled. Referred lists will be pulled periodically. Apply as soon as possible to ensure you will be considered for this position.

To apply, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/idaho/jobs/3124168/agriculture-investigator-senior-ag-resources-post-falls.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct investigations of damage and alleged misuses of pesticides.

Evaluate risk and determine extent of damage to humans, plants, animals and the environment due to chemical contamination.

Prepare fact-finding reports to document compliance with federal and state laws and rules.

Evaluate, inspect and provide advice to professional and private pesticide applicators, dealers and manufacturers for compliance with federal and state laws and rules.

Evaluate, inspect and provide advice to professional and private applicators on irrigation systems used for chemigation to assure chemicals do not contaminate ground and surface water.

Evaluate, inspect and provide advice to agricultural producers and workers and pesticide applicators for compliance with the Worker Protection Standard.

Provide education and training on topics related to pesticides.

Travel by car between various work sites in an assigned area is required.

Provide assistance to other department programs as needed.

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.

This position requires the incumbent obtain a pesticide Statewide Consultant license during the entry probationary period.

This position requires the incumbent to annually pass a medical examination and respirator fit test and be capable of using a respirator for an extended period of time.

This position requires the incumbent to be able to work in inclement weather, be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and to be able to stand for long periods of time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications: This qualification is a mandatory requirement.

Experience preparing narrative reports.

Specialty Qualifications: These qualifications are mandatory requirements for this recruitment.

Good knowledge of the use, hazards, and disposal of pesticides.

Some knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to pesticides, hazardous materials, and/or environmental issues.

Experience interviewing, preparing scientific papers, investigative reports and/or written statements.

Good knowledge of computer operations and word processing software.

Able to pass a baseline medical examination and be physically able to use a respirator for an extended period of time while handling pesticides or responding to emergency situations involving pesticides.

This position requires a 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.

Ability to communicate (oral and/or written) using the Spanish language.

A current Professional Applicator’s license in Idaho with the Statewide Consultant category.

Experience making educational presentations.

Some knowledge of investigative procedures for damage claims including developing evidence, establishing relationships, determining responsibilities, and conflicts of interest.

Good knowledge of the classification and application of pesticides and fertilizers and the effects pesticides can have on humans, animals, and the environment; scientific research principles and techniques related to chemistry and biology; Integrated Pest Management (IPM), various agricultural crops and ornamental plants; causes of plant damage; and/or sampling protocols and techniques.

To apply, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/idaho/jobs/3124168/agriculture-investigator-senior-ag-resources-post-falls.

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.

Candidates who reach the final hiring stage will be required to participate in a criminal background check. Having a criminal record will not automatically eliminate applicants from consideration, but may be considered as part of the hiring process.

Thank you for your interest in the Department of Agriculture!

To apply, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/idaho/jobs/3124168/agriculture-investigator-senior-ag-resources-post-falls.

If you have questions,

please contact us at:

jobs@isda.idaho.gov or at (208) 332-8520

Hiring is done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or disability. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations. If you need special accommodations to satisfy testing requirements or for the recruiting process, please contact ISDA’s HR Department at jobs@isda.idaho.gov or at (208) 332-8520.

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