Noxious Weed Agriculture Inspector

State-of-Nebraska; Nebraska; On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

State retirement match

Health insurance

Job summary

The State of Nebraska Agriculture - Agency 18 is seeking a Noxious Weed Agriculture Inspector to enforce the Nebraska Noxious Weed Control Act and Seed Law across northeast counties. Expect travel, inspections, and outreach to ensure compliance with state laws.

Regular duties include surveys, seed and complaint inspections, and evaluating county programs. Minimum qualifications include post-secondary coursework in agriculture or related fields, plus two years of relevant experience; travel is

Qualifications

• Post high school coursework/training in agriculture, plant/animal or natural sciences, or other related field.
• Two years’ experience in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in regulatory inspections and working with the public preferred.
• Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct survey and detection activities for noxious weeds.
• Conduct seed inspections, complaint inspections, and follow-ups.
• Perform noxious weed inspections and follow-ups as needed.
• Evaluate county weed control programs and review annual reports.
• Educate and outreach with county weed superintendents, agricultural industries, the public, and groups.
• Attend local county board meetings.

Skills

Travel readiness

Computer literacy

Smartphone usage

Education

Post high school coursework

Vocational certificate

Job description

The work we do matters!Hiring Agency:Agriculture - Agency 18Location:Statewide, NEHiring Rate:$20.936Job Posting:JR2026-00029390 Noxious Weed Agriculture Inspector (Open)Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):10-02-2026Job Description:Assists with the implementation and enforcement of the Nebraska Noxious Weed Control Act and the Nebraska Seed Law in the northeast counties of the state by conducting routine inspections and county evaluations to determine compliance with state laws. Counties covered include: Antelope, Blaine, Boone, Boyd, Brown, Burt, Cedar, Cherry, Colfax, Cuming, Custer, Dakota, Dixon, Dodge, Garfield, Greeley, Holt, Keya Paha, Knox, Loup, Madison, Pierce, Platte, Rock, Stanton, Thurston, Valley, Washington, Wayne, Wheeler.Look at what we have to offer!• 13 paid holidays• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately• Military leave• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement• Tuition reimbursement• Employee assistance program• 79% employer paid health insurance plans• Dental and vision insurance plans• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service• Training and Development based on your career aspirations• Fun, inviting teammates• A safe and secure environmentAt the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!Job Duties:Conduct survey and detection activities for noxious weeds.Conduct seed inspections, complaint inspections, and follow-up.Conduct noxious weed inspections, complaint inspections and follow-up.Evaluate county weed control programs and review annual reports.Conduct education and outreach activities with county weed superintendents, agricultural industries, the general public, and special interest groups.Attend local county board meetings.All other duties assigned within the scope of the classification.Requirements / QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: Post high school coursework/training in agriculture, plant/animal or natural sciences, or other program related field OR a vocation certificate in electrical, mechanical, engineering or other program related field. AND Two years’ experience working in a relevant discipline.Preferred Qualifications: Experience in conducting regulatory inspections and working with the public.Other: This position requires travel. As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid driver's license or another form of reliable transportation. Regular and Reliable attendance is required.Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with optional flex scheduleKnowledge, Skills and Abilities: Some overnight travel expected. Able to use computer and smart phone devices. Plant science, plant identification, or agronomy experience is preferred.If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefitsEqual Opportunity StatementThe State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.