Agricultural Input Regulatory Specialist III

State of Vermont; Montpelier, Northern (VT, KY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State benefits package

FMLI space in compensation

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

Job summary

State of Vermont, Agriculture, Food & Markets Agency, seeks an Agricultural Input Regulatory Specialist III to regulate distributors of agricultural products in Vermont. The role involves independent work and team collaboration to enforce regulatory programs, with travel requirements across the state.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with several years of related experience or advanced regulator roles, and may include occasional non-standard hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree AND three (3) years or more of experience in agricultural production or livestock farming, greenhouse operation, veterinary office, environmental, or a related field.
• OR
• Five (5) years or more experience in farm or agricultural production or livestock farming, greenhouse operation, veterinary office, environmental or a related field that incudes database management.
• OR
• Three (3) years as a Feed, Seed, Fertilizer Regulatory Specialist II or an Agricultural Resource Management Specialist II.

Responsibilities

• Regulate distributors of feed, pet food, dosage form animal health products, fertilizer, lime, beneficial substances, seed and pesticide products in Vermont.
• Work independently and with a team to support regulatory programs and communicate efforts.
• Trade statewide, including occasional out-of-state, evening and weekend duty as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Database management

Job description

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Title: Agricultural Input Regulatory Specialist III

Application Deadline Date: 10/04/2026

Department: Agriculture, Food & Markets Agency

Location: Montpelier, VT, US

Position Type: Permanent

Schedule Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: $31.54

Maximum Salary: $49.45

Overview

The Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets is looking for an individual interested in becoming part of a team involved in consumer protection in multiple distinct, and complex programs that are influenced by both national and state policy.

They will help implement the Agency's responsibility to regulate distributors of commercial feed, pet food, and dosage form animal health products, fertilizer, lime, beneficial substances, seed and pesticide products sold in Vermont.

The individual will work both independently and collaboratively as part of the team and contribute to communication and regulatory efforts that support these programs.

Who May Apply

This position, Agricultural Input Regulatory Specialist III (Job Requisition #55801), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels.

Duties are generally performed in an office setting, with occasional marketplace or field inspections. Incumbents must be adaptable and able to work within tight deadlines and potentially under stress. Interaction with the regulated community, division staff, other Agency divisions or other state control officials is expected. Travel statewide is required. Some out-of-state, evening and weekend duty, as necessary. Conflicting opinions may be encountered and must be managed respectfully and appropriately.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree AND three (3) years or more of experience in agricultural production or livestock farming, greenhouse operation, veterinary office, environmental, or a related field.

OR

Five (5) years or more experience in farm or agricultural production or livestock farming, greenhouse operation, veterinary office, environmental or a related field that incudes database management.

OR

Three (3) years as a Feed, Seed, Fertilizer Regulatory Specialist II or an Agricultural Resource Management Specialist II.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.