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Salary- $51,432.00 – $61,224.00 Annually

Duties

  • Collaborates with other TSEP staff to conduct Spanish language training at all levels of agricultural operations and in cooperation with the agricultural community.
  • Develop , revise and follow training curriculums for a variety of pesticide safety training courses.
  • Provide assistance to the Waste Pesticide Disposal and Worker Protection Standard technical assistance services.
  • Develop and nurture relationships with community organizations, agencies, universities and the agriculture community to improve the quantity, quality and scope of pesticide safety training to all levels of the agricultural industry but particularly the Spanish speaking community.
  • Serve as a resource for the Pesticide Licensing and Recertification Programs by providing information and answers  to customers.
  • Successfully deliver public presentations or training to a wide variety of audiences in both English and Spanish languages.
  • Translate training materials and other documents from English to Spanish.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agriculture Education, Environmental Science, Weed Science, Plant Pathology or closely allied field OR Associate’s degree with at least four years’ experience in the agricultural industry and/or education.
  • Two years of technical experience with pesticide application or pest management field.
  • Fluent in both Spanish and English, including the ability to read, write, speak, and understand the primary dialect of the audience.
  • Two years of experience public speaking.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with personnel at all levels of an agricultural establishment

Special Requirements:

  • Possess or ability to possess and maintain a valid Driver’s license within 30 days of hire.
  • Must be able to acquire and maintain a Pesticide License within 30 days of employment.
  • Must be willing to travel statewide to deliver trainings and work flexible schedules.
  • Ability to tow trailers with training props and materials
  •  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software programs to include: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Must be able to calmly and effectively deal with angry or frustrated customers.

Desired:

  • Practical experience working in the agricultural industry, particularly in tree fruits or viticulture, with proficient knowledge of the Worker Protection Standard.
  • Working knowledge of pesticide application equipment and personal protective equipment.
  • Experience handling and working with hazardous materials.

How to Apply:
You must complete your careers.wa.gov profile and answer the supplemental questions. In addition to completing the online application, and supplemental questions applicants must attach the following documents to their profile in order to be considered for this position:

  • A letter of interest to describe why you are the best candidate and how you meet the specific qualifications for this position.
  • Current resume detailing experience and education

By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed.