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OPS AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN II Job in Tallahassee, FL Open Close Date: Until Filled Salary: $29,383.44 - $34,000.00 Job Type: OPS County: Leon Agency: Agriculture & Consumer Services Contact Name: Human Resources Contact Phone: 850-245-4100 Job Description: DIVISION OF LICENSING PENDING RECLASSIFICATION OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY CLASS TITLE: AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN II POSITION NUMBER: 42901053 SALARY: $29,383.44 - $34,000.00 CLOSING DATE: UNTIL FILLED ANTICIPATED VACANCY CONTACT: Human Resources 850-245-4100 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Must have a valid driver license. Requires the ability to travel. Requires the ability to perform physical activities, including lifting, bending, and stooping. Requires the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. Requires the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Requires the ability to use a computer and various software programs. PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES WHO HAVE: Experience in agricultural or horticultural practices. Experience in plant identification and pest control. Experience in regulatory or compliance work. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of agricultural or horticultural practices. Knowledge of plant identification and pest control. Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, and regulations. Ability to conduct inspections and investigations. Ability to collect and analyze data. Ability to prepare reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to use a computer and various software programs. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Conducts inspections of agricultural establishments to ensure compliance with laws, rules, and regulations. Collects samples of plants, pests, and soil for analysis. Investigates complaints of alleged violations of laws, rules, and regulations. Prepares reports of inspections and investigations. Provides technical assistance to agricultural producers and the public. Participates in educational and outreach activities. Performs other duties as assigned. SPECIAL NOTES: Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the information provided on the employment application. DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: This is a professional position responsible for performing technical work in the Division of Licensing. The incumbent will be responsible for conducting inspections of agricultural establishments to ensure compliance with laws, rules, and regulations. The incumbent will also be responsible for collecting samples of plants, pests, and soil for analysis. The incumbent will investigate complaints of alleged violations of laws, rules, and regulations. The incumbent will prepare reports of inspections and investigations. The incumbent will provide technical assistance to agricultural producers and the public. The incumbent will participate in educational and outreach activities. The incumbent will perform other duties as assigned. HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must apply online through the People First system. For instructions on how to apply, please visit the Department’s website at https://www.fdacs.gov/About-Us/Employment/How-to-Apply. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Human Resources at 850-245-4100.