What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Protection Aid position at USDA APHIS PPQ?
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
You can make a difference! USDA is looking for a Plant Protection Aid to assist with insect trapping activities from approximately June thru Sepember. Be part of a program that protects American agriculture and natural resources.
Join our team!
Position(s):
Salary:
Locations:
Type of Appointment
Plant Protection Aid (GS-3)
Approximately $15.00 Per hour
Michigan: Port Huron (working throughout nearby counties)
Seasonal/Full Time lasting up to 120 days from start of employment
WHO MAY APPLY: This announcement is open to all United States citizens.
WHO ARE WE?
We are a division of the federal government, specifically, USDA, Animal Plant Health Inspections Service (APHIS), Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) program. In PPQ, we safeguard U.S. agriculture and natural resources against the entry, establishment, and spread of economically and environmentally significant pests, and facilitates the safe trade of agricultural products.
WHAT ARE THE DUTIES?
- Collaborate with public entities and private property owners to secure permission to conduct survey, inspection, and treatment activities.
- Trap insects
- Conduct post-treatment follow-up inspections
- Use GPS or other approved tools for surveys
- Inspect fruit trees for exotic plant pests
- Identify trees for treatment or removal
- Collect survey and inspection data
- Maintain daily records; work accomplishments
- Collaborate with other federal agencies
SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
- Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered with the selective service
- Must have a valid Michigan Driver license
- Must be willing to work independently or as part of a team
- Selected candidates will be exposed to a variety of environmental conditions typical of southeastern Michigan, with expectations to work outdoors throughout the summer.
- Typical environmental conditions may include: heat, sun, rain, wind, biting/stinging insects, poison ivy, etc.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Grade 3: Six months full time general experience/12 months of part time general experience OR Successful completion of 1 year of study that included at least 4 semester hours in courses listed below.
Resume must state the number of hours for each type of employment listed.
Courses: Biology, Plant Pathology, Entomology, Zoology, Botany, Forestry, Chemistry, Agriculture, or Physics.
General Experience: (GS-3) Any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position.
Note: Education must have been obtained in an accredited business or technical school, junior college, college or university
WHEN TO APPLY: Applications being accepted immediately.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR APPLICATION:
- Current Resume (please list dates and number of hours worked for each job listed).
- Official College Transcripts (if applicable)
- Declaration for Federal Employment (https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/of0306.pdf)
Veterans' Preference:
When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must:
- Provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). Disabled veterans must provide additional documentation to be awarded preference. Please ask us about this it must be the Member 4 copy.
- If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation.
For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Reasonable Accommodation Policy
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. A reasonable accommodation is any change to a job, the work environment, or the way things are usually done that enables an individual with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties or receive equal access to job benefits.
Under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodations when:
- An applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to apply for a job.
- An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to perform the essential job duties or to gain access to the workplace.
- An employee with a disability needs an accommodation to receive equal access to benefits, such as details, training, and office-sponsored events.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $15.00 - $15.10 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- biology: 1 year (Preferred)
- work: 1 year (Preferred)
- general: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: One location