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Initial Posting Date: <\/b><\/p>\n
04\/16\/2021<\/p>\n
Application Deadline:<\/b><\/p>\n
05\/03\/2021<\/p>\n
Agency:<\/b><\/p>\n
Department of Agriculture<\/p>\n
Salary Range:<\/b><\/p>\n
$4,441 – $6,794<\/p>\n
Position Type:<\/b><\/p>\n
Employee<\/p>\n
Position Title:<\/b><\/p>\n
Natural Resource Specialist 3 (Hemp Inspector)<\/p>\n
Apply Here:\u00a0https:\/\/oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com\/en-US\/SOR_External_Career_Site\/job\/Eugene–ODA–Work-From-Home\/Natural-Resource-Specialist-3–Hemp-Inspector-_REQ-62958<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n Job Description:<\/b><\/p>\n The Oregon Department of Agriculture is seeking to hire an innovative and talented Natural Resource Specialist <\/b>to help support the Plant Protection & Conservation Hemp Program. If you think that you are a good candidate for this position, please apply for the Natural Resource Specialist 3<\/b> (Hemp Inspector).<\/p>\n As the Natural Resource Specialist 3<\/b> (Hemp Inspector) you will primarily inspect hemp growers and processors to determine whether the parties are within compliance or noncompliance with federal and state laws. You will write enforcement documents when enforcement action is decided and provide technical expertise to other department staff, the regulated community, and the public regarding major or complex issues. You will provide education and outreach to stakeholders relative to the enforcement of pertinent laws and regulations.<\/p>\n Our Natural Resource Specialist 3<\/b> (Hemp Inspector) is a permanent full-time position, is based in Eugene, Oregon and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).<\/p>\n We, at Oregon Department of Agriculture <\/i><\/b>(ODA<\/a>) ensures that hemp growers, hemp handlers, and agricultural hemp seed producers are registered and that pre- and post-harvest testing\u00a0of hemp and hemp products are conducted as required by Oregon hemp statutes and regulations.\u00a0As the department regulates hemp in Oregon, it is our goal that this program provides:<\/p>\n Assurance of compliance to state laws,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Continued good health, safety and welfare to Oregon\u2019s citizens.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n \u00a0Click here to view a full description of this position<\/a><\/p>\n Working conditions<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n Some work may need to be conducted during evening hours and on weekends. Work locations away from the office will vary, including a variety of business, public and field locations. Driving great distances in all weather conditions and some overnight travel are required of this position. Employees occasionally handle concentrated and diluted pesticide products.<\/p>\n \u00a0What\u2019s in it for you<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n The opportunity to join a team of professionals who are passionate about what they do and an agency who supports its employees\u2019 growth and development.\u00a0 We also offer full\u00a0medical, vision, and dental\u00a0benefits<\/a> with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave, 10 paid\u00a0holidays\u00a0<\/span><\/a>a year, deferred compensation<\/a> and a retirement plan<\/a>.<\/p>\n This is what you need to qualify<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n Natural Resource Specialist 3<\/b><\/p>\n Three years of experience in natural resources. At least one year of the experience must be in researching, analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities; AND<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n A Bachelor’s degree in an agriculture, horticulture, environmental sciences, entomology or a directly related area; OR<\/b><\/p>\n A total of six years of related (pertinent) experience.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n A Master’s degree in a Natural Resource related education will substitute for up to one year of the required experience.<\/p>\n \nA Doctorate degree in a Natural Resource related education will substitute for up to two years of the required experience.<\/p>\n A valid driver\u2019s license and an acceptable driving record.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n How to apply<\/u><\/b>:<\/p>\n CURRENT ODA EMPLOYEES (including -Seasonal employees): <\/span>To apply for this position, you must apply through your Workday account.\u00a0 Click here for instructions<\/a>. \u00a0Prior to clicking “Apply”, update your employee profile to reflect your education, skills and job history (including your current job).\u00a0 Also, ensure a resume, CV or cover letter does not replace the application<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n IF YOU ARE NOT A STATE EMPLOYEE:<\/span> To apply for this position, follow\u00a0the “Apply” link and complete the application and questions<\/a> (if applicable) online. If this is your first time applying in Workday, you will need to create a new user profile<\/a>. You can even drag and drop your resume into Workday and it will read and generate your Work History!\u00a0 A resume, CV or cover letter does not replace the application<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Upon submitting your application, <\/b>please be sure to check your Workday account for pending questions and tasks such as public records requests, declaring Veterans’ Points<\/a> and attaching supporting documentation (including right after submission).\u00a0 Non-state employees, these are identified by a yellow circle with an exclamation mark.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n The fine print:<\/b><\/p>\n Warning! <\/span>The system will timeout after 20 minutes of inactivity. You must submit your application after you begin the process \u2013 you cannot save your progress and come back to it later.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n This recruitment may be used in future vacancies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n This job posting closes on May 3, 2021 at 12:00 AM<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Additional Information:<\/u><\/b><\/p>\n Work Authorization\u00a0– 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\u00a0acceptable documents<\/a>\u00a0(See page 3)\u00a0 for employment verification.<\/p>\n\n
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