Agriculturist II: Lead Inspector & Certification Coordinator

State of Nevada (NV); Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nevada Department of Agriculture seeks an Agriculturist 2 in Sparks to coordinate the Export Phytosanitary Certification and Shipping Point Inspection programs. The role conducts inspections, pursues USDA accreditation, and serves as lead worker for program activities.

Duties include licensing, certification, field inspections, and data maintenance. Two+ years of relevant experience and high school diploma are required.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of applicable experience as described in the job duties and graduation from high school or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical inspection and enforcement tasks related to agricultural programs.
• Conduct seed testing by weighing, separating, and classifying samples.
• Inspect shipping point and conditional inspections of agricultural commodities.
• Enforce federal and State pesticide regulations and licensing requirements.
• Prepare inspection reports and program records.
• Conduct outreach on agricultural topics and regulations.

Job description

Nevada Department of Agriculture seeks an Agriculturist 2 in Sparks to coordinate the Export Phytosanitary Certification and Shipping Point Inspection programs. The role conducts inspections, pursues USDA accreditation, and serves as lead worker for program activities.

Duties include licensing, certification, field inspections, and data maintenance. Two+ years of relevant experience and high school diploma are required.