Licensing Associate – Agricultural Resources

Idaho Division of Human Resources; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is hiring a Licensing Associate in the Agricultural Resources division in Boise. The role focuses on administering pesticide applicator licensing, guiding applicants, and ensuring compliance with Idaho laws.

You will process licenses, renewals, and updates, analyze trends, and provide clear guidance to staff and the public. Collaboration with IT and other agencies is essential, and strong customer service is valued.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and federal pesticide licensing laws and regulations.
• Ability to interpret and explain licensing rules to diverse audiences.
• Proven experience translating technical material into clear, plain language.
• Proficient customer service and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote awareness of pesticide license laws, rules, and standards.
• Serve as primary resource for licensing requirements and procedural guidance.
• Process license applications, renewals, and updates per Idaho law.
• Analyze licensing data to identify trends and inform program decisions.
• Collaborate with IT and program staff to define system needs and improve processes.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Licensing programs

Customer service

Written communication

Spanish language

Data analysis

Job description

\"Dedicated to Advancing, Protecting and Promoting Idaho Agriculture with a Balanced Approach to Industry and Consumers\"

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is currently recruiting for a full time Licensing Associate in the division of Agricultural Resources division located in Boise. This position will posted until filled, referred lists will be sent periodicly.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

• Promote stakeholder awareness of pesticide applicator license laws, rules, and standards


• Act as the primary resource for licensing requirements, regulatory applications, and procedural guidance of the applicator licensing program.


• Analyze Idaho pesticide and chemigation laws to guide applicants, staff, and the public. Research licensing requirements and develop clear, accurate responses for individual circumstances.


• Process pesticide license applications, renewals, and updates in accordance with Idaho law. Examine records and documentation to identify and resolve incomplete or conflicting information


• Evaluate non-routine or unusual licensing issues, applying laws, rules, policies, and requirements to determine the right course of action.


• Create and present licensing guidance to division staff, instructing division personnel on licensing procedures and database functions


• Partner with IT and the Program Manager to define systems needs, assist in building business requirements, troubleshooting bugs, and test improvements.


• Use available program data to analyze trends and resolve root causes of program issues. Report on trends, risks, and workload impacts to support program decisions.


• Collaborate with other states, federal agencies, and agricultural organizations to address licensing issues and exchange information.


• Review pesticide examination and certification information for accuracy and resolve discrepancies


• Assist in developing and updating standard operating procedures, manuals, forms, and customer resources


• Responsible for ensuring all financial transactions related to position, and those of direct reports


• Maintain and submit appropriate documentation to Fiscal to support the purpose of and to validate all transactions, obtain required approvals, and seek prior advice and approval for non-routine transactions that are not easily defined within the ISDA's policies and procedures.


• Responsible for ensuring all financial transactions related to your position, and those of your direct reports if applicable, are processed timely, accurately, and in accordance with ISDA's policies and procedures.


• Provide routine reports and administrative documents as required


• Conduct other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualification: This qualification is mandatory for the position.

Experience:

• Determining program compliance with state or federal laws


• Preparing and presenting detailed information to groups of people


• Translating technical material into easily understandable oral and written communication

Specialty Qualifications:

• Good knowledge of administrative support functions including organizational skills, composing business documents, compiling and summarizing data


• Experience in providing customer service


• Experience interpreting, applying and explaining laws, rules, regulations and policies


• Experience preparing written correspondence and reports

Desirable Areas:

• Some knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to pesticides, hazardous materials, and/or environmental issues.


• Some knowledge of the use, hazards, and disposal of pesticides


• Experience interpreting and communicating technical and specialized material into information usable by the public


• Ability to communicate (oral and/or written) using the Spanish language

Benefits

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html. Benefits may not be applicable for temporary or seasonal positions.

EEO/ADA/Veteran's Preference

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact [phone] (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [e-mail].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

Thank you for your interest in the Department of Agriculture!

If you have questions, please contact us at: [e-mail] or at [phone]

Agency

Idaho State Department of Agriculture

Address

2270 Old Penitentiary Rd.

Boise, ID 83707

Website

https://agri.idaho.gov/