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Agricultural Specialist

2 months ago


San Diego, California, United States Department of Food & Agriculture Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Agricultural Technician II to join our team at the Department of Food & Agriculture. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading, planning, and directing the work of a small crew of seasonal employees in the field of entomological or plant pest work.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and direct the work of a small crew of seasonal employees in the field of entomological or plant pest work.
  • Develop and implement effective work routines to schedule surveys, deployment, and servicing of insect traps and pesticide applications.
  • Conduct visual surveys of designated areas for host material, pest damage, and documentation of work completed.
  • Interact with the public, including notification for property and field surveys, and packaging and electronic data entry of suspect insects for submission to the identification lab.
  • Assemble crews, conduct training, and schedule daily assignments.
  • Independently perform the more difficult, varied, and responsible duties in a field or field and laboratory setting concerned with the inspection of agricultural commodities, the control of plant pests and diseases.
  • Safely operate and maintain state vehicle to travel to designated work areas locally and throughout the State.
  • Follow established protocols for visual surveys, pesticide use, eradication, and detection/delimitation trapping.
Requirements
  • Valid Class C, or equivalent driver's license and a safe driving record as documented by the Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Ability to read maps to navigate to multiple locations when performing field activities.
  • Ability to draw maps to show exact geographic locations.
  • Ability to use GPS technology to site register samples and package samples separately to maintain sample and site integrity.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and independently and in cooperation with other staff members in completing assigned duties and meeting required deadlines.
Working Conditions

The duties of this position are primarily conducted outdoors, and the incumbent works in extremes of weather and temperature. Changes in lighting, noise levels, and terrain encountered vary. The work area can be urban or rural, and the incumbent will be provided CDFA uniforms and personal protective equipment when using pesticides.