Plant Industry Inspection Technician (Temporary) - Region 4

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Greensburg, PA • 2h ago

Reference #: 5199597 THE POSITION Are you ready to advance your career in agricultural sciences while playing a vital role in safeguarding the plant resources of the Commonwealth and ensuring consumer safety in Pennsylvania? The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture is on the lookout for qualified individuals to fill the position of Plant Industry Inspection Technician. In this pivotal role, you will perform technical inspections and engage in enforcement and service activities related to plant merchants, nurseries, and greenhouses in the Bureau of Plant Industry. This position presents an excellent opportunity to contribute to the health and safety of our agricultural landscape while developing your professional expertise. Don't miss out on the chance to be part of our dedicated team-apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will be responsible for conducting technical inspections, enforcing regulations, and providing services related to plant merchants, nurseries, and greenhouses within the Bureau of Plant Industry. Your responsibilities will include inspecting a variety of wholesale production and retail operations wholesale and retail operations to ensure compliance with both state and federal regulations for distribution of plant material and agronomic products. This will involve inspecting plant material to ensure control of plant pests and sampling assorted agronomic products such as fertilizers and seeds to determine compliance with regulations.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Temporary, Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. This position will be home headquartered if applicant lives in Allegheny, Butler, Indiana, Armstrong, and Clarion Counties. Applicant will be required to report to226 Donohoe Road. Greensburg, PA 1601 for non-inspection/office work. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

A bachelor's degree in the agricultural or biological sciences, which includes 3 credits in chemistry, 3 credits in plant science, and 3 credits in animal science; or An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes 3 credits in chemistry, 3 credits in plant science, and 3 credits in animal science. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Special Requirement: This position requires possession of an active motor vehicle license. Other Requirements:

You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements will eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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