Description
POSITION TITLE: Agricultural Specialist I - CPD
DEPARTMENT: Citrus Program
LOCATION: Visalia, CA
REPORTS TO: Lead Agricultural Specialist or Designee
FLSA STATUS: Full-time, Temporary, Non-Exempt
COMPENSATION: $15.50 - $18.84 Hr. Pay Rate
The Cooperative Agricultural Support Services (CASS) is a Joint Powers Authority that was originally formed as a partnership between the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the Counties of Yolo and Trinity. Since then CASS’ services have expanded throughout California to support the agricultural industry and the consumers of its products by providing human resources and administrative support services. CASS’ program activities include agricultural inspection, pest prevention and other programs administered by CDFA, county agricultural commissioners, and other public agencies. Our current work includes:
We are seeking an enthusiastic Agricultural Specialist to join our Citrus Program Team!
Requirements
1. Trapping/Survey and Eradication Activities
· Safely operate and maintain a motor vehicle to travel to designated work areas.
· Follow established protocols for trapping and survey work.
· Service traps perform insect sweeps and visually inspect local plant hosts for target pest damage.
· Remove suspect plant and insect samples from foliage or from a variety of insect collection tools and check for target pests.
· Draw and follow maps when performing field activities. Use GPS technology to site-register and package samples. Maintain site location and sample integrity.
2. Document Work Completed
Keep daily reports of work completed, i.e., number of traps serviced, properties treated, acreage surveyed,, samples collected and other information as needed.
3. Collect and Submit Target Pest Samples
· Screen wet and dry traps for target pests (plant and insect). Examine contents of traps to make preliminary identification of specimens which resemble target pests.
· Take prescribed action when a preliminary identification of a target pest is made which may include, but is not limited to, drawing a map of the find site, completing a Pest Detection Report form, and placing the sample in an appropriate container.
4. Interact with the Public
· Initiate contact with a property owner or representative to conduct a visual survey, place traps or carry out eradication activities.
· Briefly answer questions about survey and pest detection projects and/or refer the questioner to the appropriate individual for information.
· Interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
· High School Diploma
· Ability to adapt to a flexible work environment.
· Self-Starter and proactive
· Excellent Oral and Written Communication skills
· Excellent Time Management and Organizational skills
TEAM COMMITMENT:
· Viewed by others to be an effective team member who is flexible, cooperative, and willing to assist others, and acts as a resource
to team members and clients where appropriate.
· Tactfully handles conflicts constructively and seeks appropriate assistance and directive when necessary.
· Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships with co-workers, supervisor, and agency clients.
COMPENSATION:
Full-time, Non-Exempt - Temporary
$15.50 – 18.84 Hr. Pay Rate
Benefits package including medical benefits, matching retirement contributions, and annual and holiday leave.
Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The incumbent in this position will be required, with or without reasonable accommodation, lift up to 20 pounds on a frequent basis; use repetitive arm and wrist motions; bend, stoop, twist, reach (with and without a trapping pole); and, maintain visual acuity.
Cooperative Agricultural Support Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, welcoming, and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
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