Initial Posting Date:
02/11/2021
Application Deadline:
02/25/2021
Agency:
Department of Agriculture
Salary Range:
$3,292 – $4,782
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Natural Resource Specialist 1(Assistant field operations)
Job Description:
Would you like the opportunity to work with exciting employees at the Plant Conservation Program? If so the Plant Conservation Program is currently recruiting for a Natural Resource Specialist 1(Assistant field operations) position.
As the Natural Resource Specialist 1 (Assistant field operations), you will assist the Natural Resource Specialist 3 (Field Office Coordinator) with logistical and field support. Logistical support includes planning for a variety of field-based insect surveys and associated supplies needed such as, determining the number of insect lures, survey supplies, and vehicle needs for the season. In addition, you will be responsible for ordering lures and survey supplies, assisting with maintaining seasonal fleet vehicles and organizing and maintaining the warehouse in working order with supplies stocked. Field support includes placing insect traps, reviewing paper and electronic maps, and assisting field crews.
In addition, as the Natural Resource Specialist 1(Assistant field operations), you will participate in the insect laboratory, biological control, and eradication programs with field work, lab work, and care for insect and plant colonies. During eradication programs or when positive insects are detected, you may help out with educational outreach and out public town hall meetings.
Our Natural Resource Specialist 1 (Assistant field operations) is a permanent full-time position, is based out of the Salem field office, in Salem Oregon and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).
We, at Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA), ensure healthy natural resources, environment, and economy for Oregonians now and in the future through inspection and certification, regulation, and promotion of agriculture and food. As a member of the ODA team, you will be helping to protect Oregon’s agricultural industries and natural environment from harmful plant pests, diseases, and noxious weeds. This program is an important component in the agency mission to serve the changing needs of Oregon’s diverse agricultural and food sectors to maintain and enhance a healthy natural resource base and strong economy in rural and urban communities across the state.
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Working conditions
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Works in office, laboratory and field
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May work outdoors during all seasons
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May drive daily with frequent stops
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Makes contacts on private property
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Occasionally works long or unusual hours, travels overnight, or drives long distances
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Occasionally exposed to laboratory chemicals, pesticides and solar radiation
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May be exposed to hostile dogs or people and noxious plants and insects
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Valid driver’s license is required
Field Office Territory – may change year to year
What’s in it for you
The opportunity to join a team of professionals who are passionate about what they do and an agency who supports its employees’ growth and development. We also offer full medical, vision, and dental benefits with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave, 10 paid holidays a year, deferred compensation and a retirement plan.
This is what you need to qualify
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Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture, Biology, Entomology, Plant Pathology or a related Natural Resource field;
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Three years of experience in a horticultural or a natural resource field
How to apply:
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CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES (including Off-Season employees): To apply for this position, you must apply through your Workday account. Click here for instructions. Prior to clicking “Apply”, update your employee profile to reflect your education, skills and job history (including your current job). Also, ensure all A resume, CV or cover letter does not replace the application.
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IF YOU ARE NOT A STATE EMPLOYEE: To apply for this position, follow the “Apply” link and complete the application and questions (if applicable) online. If this is your first time applying in Workday, you will need to create a new user profile. You can even drag and drop your resume into Workday and it will read and generate your Work History! A resume, CV or cover letter does not replace the application.
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Upon submitting your application, please be sure to check your Workday account for pending questions and tasks such as public records requests, declaring Veterans’ Points and attaching supporting documentation (including right after submission). Non-state employees, these are identified by a yellow circle with an exclamation mark.
The fine print:
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Warning! The system will timeout after 20 minutes of inactivity. You must submit your application after you begin the process – you cannot save your progress and come back to it later.
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This recruitment may be used in future vacancies.
This job posting closes on February 25, 2021 at 12:00 AM
Additional Information:
Work Authorization – The Oregon Department of Agriculture does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. Oregon Department of Agriculture is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate you must present your I-9 acceptable documents (See page 3) for employment verification.
Questions/Need Help?
If you have questions about the recruitment or need an alternate format to apply, please contact Lee Whiting at lwhiting@oda.state.or.us or call 503-986-4585. Please be prepared to describe the alternate format needed.
The Oregon Department of Agriculture is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce.