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Temporary Field Inspectors - Treasure Valley

Posting Begin Date: 2025/04/18

Posting End Date: 2025/05/16

Category: Agriculture

Sub Category: Natural Resources

Work Type: Part Time Not Benefit Eligible

Minimum Salary: 16.20

Maximum Salary: 16.20

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

"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 temporary Field Inspectors in the Plant Industries division located in the Treasure Valley.

This position is approximately 40 hours a week and is expected to begin around mid to late May and will end around October 27. The field office is in Boise; often, the successful candidates will report to work at the Nampa meeting point.

SPECIAL NOTIFICATION: This non-classified position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. It does not come with benefits.

Example of Duties

Field inspectors are responsible for examining crop fields for signs and symptoms of plant pathogens and pests. The use of policy and systematic procedures is of the utmost importance. Collecting, documenting and properly storing samples; following proper sanitation protocol; and ability to read maps are all essential skills. Field inspectors may work independently or in groups of varying sizes. The ability to keep accurate records is required for such information as inspection locations, mileage, samples, and time spent conducting an inspection. The workday is spent in a variety of locations and requires travel between fields.

Minimum Qualifications

These qualifications are mandatory requirements:

+ Read road maps

+ Hike or walk for an extended period over long distances on uneven, rough or off-road terrain with or without a reasonable accommodation

+ Work in various types of weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.)

+ Possibility of working early mornings, evenings, weekends, or long hours

+ May have to use your own reliable transportation to go between job sites

+ Rubber boots are required and may be reimbursed by the agency at the end of the season

+ Plant pathology or field inspection experience is desirable

+ Must be able to communicate with farmers and field representatives

+ Must be 16 years or older

Desirable Qualifications:

This qualification is not required; however, if you have the related background, it may increase your score.

+ Biology, ecology or field inspection experience

You can apply online or by submitting a paper application. To apply online, please click the green "Apply" button in the top right corner. To submit a paper application, click on this link:https://dhr.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Application-Packet-All-Forms.Nov2021.pdfto obtain a State of Idaho application. Complete and fax, mail, or email the application to the following contact:

Human Resources

Idaho State Department of Agriculture

2270 E Old Penitentiary Rd., Boise, ID 83707

Phone: (208) 332-8520 Fax: (208) 332-8668

Email: [email protected]

Thank you for your interest in the Department of Agriculture!

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.

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 [email protected] or at (208) 332-8520.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodation 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 email[email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

Agency

State of Idaho

Website

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/idaho