Certified Pesticide Technician – Admin & Compliance

Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 35,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Consumer Protection, seeks a Registered Technician Specialist for the Office of Pesticide Services. This role administers entry-level pesticide applicator certifications and processes certification and recertification applications, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.

The position involves administering examinations, grading, safeguarding exams, and maintaining electronic records.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of standard office procedures and administrative support practices.
• Proficiency using MS Office Suite and the ability to learn new software and database systems.
• Ability to learn, apply, and explain program requirements, policies, and procedures; review and process applications accurately.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with coworkers, customers, and the public while providing excellent customer service.
• H.S. Diploma/GED required.

Responsibilities

• Administers the certification of entry-level pesticide applicators to ensure proper training.
• Receives, reviews for completeness, and processes applications for certification and recertification of Registered Technicians.
• Administers examinations, grades, keying grades, and issues certificates to qualified individuals.
• Safeguards pesticide certification exams and maintains electronic records in the document management system.

Skills

MS Office

Database systems

Customer service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Consumer Protection, seeks a Registered Technician Specialist for the Office of Pesticide Services. This role administers entry-level pesticide applicator certifications and processes certification and recertification applications, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.

The position involves administering examinations, grading, safeguarding exams, and maintaining electronic records.