NMP Agriculture Investigator, Senior

IdahoPTV; Idaho; On-site; USD 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PERSI retirement

Paid time off

11 holidays per year

Job summary

The Idaho Department of Agriculture is seeking an Agriculture Investigator, Senior to support dairy and feedlot inspections in Magic Valley, with offices in Twin Falls or Burley. This full-time position requires assessing waste storage practices and enforcing state and federal standards.

We offer a robust benefits package and opportunities to train and collaborate with investigators while serving Idaho's agriculture and consumers. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• This recruitment requires a valid driver's license.
• Good knowledge of livestock (beef, dairy, or equine), milk processing facilities, or environmental compliance experience relating to animal production.
• Experience in soil sampling and waste management are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections of waste storage structures and reviews management practices related to the storage and application of nutrients on dairy facilities.
• Promotes awareness of and acceptance of best management practices related to consumer protection, animal health, food production and processing and marketing laws, regulations and standards.
• Provides training and information to the public, growers, dealers, and manufacturers.
• Responds to inquiries regarding program requirements.
• Assists other investigators in monitoring, evaluating, inspecting and investigating agricultural and commercial activities to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, regulations and standards.

Skills

Narrative report writing

Livestock knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

USA:ID:Multiple Locations | Agriculture | Full Time

23.91 - 23.91 USD per hour

Posted 8 days ago | Apply before September 30, 2026

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 an Agriculture Investigator, Senior. This position serves the inspection needs of Animal Industries Nutrient Management Program; specifically, dairy and feedlot inspection in the Magic Valley. This position may be located in the Twin Falls or Burley office.

Example of Duties

• Performs inspections of waste storage structures and reviews management practices related to the storage and application of nutrients on dairy facilities
• Promotes awareness of and acceptance of best management practices related to consumer protection, animal health, food production and processing and marketing laws, regulations and standards
• Provides training and information to the public, growers, dealers, and manufacturers
• Responds to inquiries regarding program requirements
• Assists other investigators in monitoring, evaluating, inspecting and investigating agricultural and commercial activities to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, regulations and standards
• Receives training to collect evidence in accordance with law, rule, policy, quality assurance, and chain of custody procedures
• Learns to evaluateextent of damage and risk of continued out-of-compliance activities to humans, plants, animals, the economy and the environment
• Explains findings and rationale for corrective actions to parties involved
• Participates in enforcement actions, citations, and operating or marketing authorization revocations and suspensions
• Compiles evidence and participates with division staff in preparing cases
• A cell phone with an Idaho area code, furnished by the employee, is required for this position and is eligible for reimbursement under the Cell Phone Reimbursement policy
• Preform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

This qualification is a mandatory requirement.

• Work experience preparing narrative reports – this is typically gained by one year of experience or education writing narrative reports.

Specialty Areas:

These qualifications are mandatory requirements for this recruitment.

• This position requires a valid driver's license
• Good knowledge of livestock (beef, dairy, or equine), milk processing facilities, or environmental compliance experience relating to animal production

Desirable Areas:

These qualificationsare not required; however, if you have the related background, it may increase your score.

• Experience in soil sampling
• Experience in waste management/waste containment

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 visithttps://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 [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!