Job Description

We at the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) take our responsibilities to you very seriously and are committed to protecting and promoting Georgia's agriculture through superior service and leadership.
The mission of the GDA is to protect consumers, promote agriculture both locally and globally, and assist our customers using education, technology, and a professional workforce.
The vision of the GDA is to continue to be a globally recognized leader in agricultural excellence through a commitment to safety, quality, growth, and innovation.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Applicant must reside in or be willing to relocate to the following counties:
Bulloch
Burke
Candler
Effingham
Emanuel
Jefferson
Jenkins
Johnson
Screven
Washington
The Ag Inputs Section of the Georgia Department of Agriculture is comprised of two regulatory programs: Pesticides and Seed, and Fertilizer & Feed.
The pesticide program enforces rules and regulations governing pesticides.
The seed, fertilizer, and feed program administers all state and federal regulations related to seed, fertilizer, and animal feed products.
Inspectors in Ag Inputs have the following job responsibilities:

• Under general supervision, routine inspections and comprehensive investigations to determine compliance with state and federal regulations and laws related to feed, fertilizer, pesticides, and seed.
• Write technical reports and correspondence.
• Provides technical expertise to the regulated community and public.
• Enforces laws, rules, and regulations about the processing, labeling, transporting, storing, distribution, and selling of products.
• Ensures that the product is healthy, safe, and free of harmful chemicals and drug residues.
• Inspect and investigate for compliance with applicable health and sanitation laws and regulations.
• Investigates suspected violations.
• Reports compliance findings to EPA, FDA, USDA, and others;
• Serves as technical expert within the program of assignment

Other duties as assigned.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the Minimum Qualifications, possess knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas

• Postgraduate work or degree in agriculture, horticulture, environmental science, pest control, entomology, or a closely related field.
• Prior experience conducting regulatory compliance inspections and investigations with local, state, or federal agencies; and

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
NOTE: The Georgia Department of Agriculture conducts background checks on all final candidates. Hiring of applicants is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background and criminal records investigations, and motor vehicle reports.
Please Note: Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to phone/email inquiries regarding application status. Only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.
HOW TO APPLY: Resumes may be submitted by adding to your profile in Team Georgia Careers.
Via Team Georgia Careers
The GDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided. Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the interview process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive a notification.
If you need an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Office at (404) 656-3615.
** The position will be closed once a suitable candidate is identified *
High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of experience performing office work, conducting research, or reviewing policy.

Skills Required