Agriculturist II - Produce Safety & Compliance Inspector

State of Nevada (NV); Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA), Sparks office, seeks an Agriculturist 2 to support FSMA Produce Safety Rule programs, nursery and export programs. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, providing technical assistance, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

The role involves communicating findings, preparing reports, and contributing to program outreach and enforcement efforts.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of applicable inspection and enforcement experience.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct FSMA inspections and nursery inspections.
• Provide technical assistance and outreach to growers for the produce safety program.
• Inspect retailers, wholesalers, and agricultural facilities.
• Prepare inspection reports and issue required certifications.
• Investigate complaints related to Produce Food Safety and Nursery licensing.
• Maintain data, prepare reports, monitor budgets and assist in contracts and procurement.
• Issue Phytosanitary Certificates and develop certification standards for new crops.
• Educate on regulations including noxious weeds, seed certification, pest control, and plant disease diagnostics.

Skills

Inspection

Enforcement

Outreach

Technical reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA), Sparks office, seeks an Agriculturist 2 to support FSMA Produce Safety Rule programs, nursery and export programs. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, providing technical assistance, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

The role involves communicating findings, preparing reports, and contributing to program outreach and enforcement efforts.