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Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligibility

Job summary

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service in Raleigh, North Carolina seeks an Interdisciplinary Risk Analyst within the Plant Epidemiology and Risk Analysis Laboratory (PERAL) to address safeguarding, exotic pest management and safe-trade challenges.

The role is eligible for telework. The posted pay range is $77,983–$101,383 per year, with full benefits and federal employment protections for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity.

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

The selectee serves as an Interdisciplinary Risk Analyst with the Plant Epidemiology and Risk Analysis Laboratory (PERAL) under PPQ-Science and Technology in Raleigh, North Carolina. The mission of PERAL is to address complex issues in safeguarding, exotic pest management and assuring safe trade. PERAL conducts risk assessments and other analyses in support of PPQ programs, policies and actions.

Key Responsibilities

The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity.

Requirements & Education

Please see above for education qualification requirement information.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, Department of Agriculture.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $77983 – $101383/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-12.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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