Job Description

Description

"Serving consumers and agriculture by safeguarding the public, plants, animals and the environment through promotion, education and regulation."

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is currently recruiting for temporary Boat Station Pest Detection Specialists for the Plant Industries division located at a Boat Inspection Station in Kooskia.

This announcement will remain open until this position has been filled. Referred lists will be pulled periodically. Apply as soon as possible to ensure you will be considered for this position.

SPECIAL NOTIFICATION: This non-classified position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. This position does not have benefits

Example of Duties

This job is part of the agency\'s statewide invasive species prevention program. These positions will serve as members of a watercraft inspection team stationed at the Inspection Station in Kooskia, Idaho.

These positions inspect watercraft to prevent the spread of zebra/quagga mussels and other Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) from infested states. The position will use an established protocol to inspect watercraft and conduct hot washes on high-risk conveyances; conducting quality control activities at watercraft inspection stations; setting up and taking down portable traffic signs on daily basis; and properly entering detailed watercraft data on an electronic inspection form.

Minimum Qualifications

These qualifications are mandatory requirements.

• Good communication skills
• Ability to pay attention to detail when conducting watercraft inspections
• Work in various types of weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.)
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation
• Ability to bend and crawl underneath watercraft, when necessary
• Possibility of working evenings, weekends, or long hours
• May have to use your own reliable transportation to go between job sites
• Valid driver\'s license

Supplemental Information

Desirable Area: This qualification is not required; however, if you have the related background it may increase your score.

• Aquatic biology, ecology or field inspection experience
• Experience with pressure washers

You can apply online or by submitting a paper application. To apply online, please click the green "Apply" button in the top right corner. To submit a paper application, visit and select Application Packet to obtain a State of Idaho application. Complete and fax, mail, or email the application to the following contact:

Human Resources
Idaho State Department of Agriculture
P.O. Box 7249
Boise, ID 83707
Phone: (208) 332-8520
FAX: (208) 332-8668
Email: jobs@isda.idaho.gov
For directions to the office, call: (208) 332-8520

Candidates who reach the final hiring stage will be required to participate in a criminal background check. Having a criminal record will not automatically eliminate applicants from consideration, but may be considered as part of the hiring process.

Thank you for your interest in the Department of Agriculture!

If you have questions,

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or at (208) 332-8520
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email .
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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