Job Description and Duties

Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

Under general supervision of an Agricultural Pest Control Supervisor, the incumbent performs technical control and eradication activities for the daily operations of an entire county-wide detection project, including lead responsibility for the detection work force of seasonal employees, state and federal vehicle management, quality control inspections, and implementation of emergency detection/eradication projects or entire minor projects.

• Provide leadership and direction to seasonal staff of an ongoing county detection program to ensure eradication projects are in compliance with Food and Agricultural Codes and departmental policies and procedures.

• Assist Supervisor with the planning and implementation of cooperative pest detection and emergency response activities, including prioritizing work assignments for office and field personnel.

• Train emergency project personnel on pesticide laws and regulations, including pesticide safety training, permit procedures, calibration, and application.

• Assist Supervisor in the training of detection personnel in the techniques of insect pest detection; prepare reports and correspondence; perform quality control inspections; and maintain necessary records.

• Perform field surveys, treatments, and inspections of detection projects in order to efficiently and quickly eradicate infestation of serious agricultural pests and to prevent permanent establishment and subsequent spreading in California.

• Perform calibration of equipment for liquid and/or granular pesticides.

• Maintain and keep current daily records of pesticides usage on all projects.

• Establish and maintain effective relationships with homeowners, growers, city, county, and federal officials.

Candidates may perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

The duties of this position are conducted indoors approximately 40% of the time. The work settings where the incumbent may be required to work vary. They may be offices, warehouses, shops, fields, and yards. Office settings are permanent dwellings leased or owned by the state, or cooperating agencies, and office trailers. Offices are furnished with a variety of office equipment, which normally consists of desks, tables, chairs, filing cabinets, storage cabinets, filing bins, computer, computer peripherals, phones, answering machines, and fax machines. Shops and warehouses may be equipped with all the tools, equipment, and machinery normally used at mechanics/maintenance shops.

Employee may be exposed to pesticides, fumes, gases, and odors.

The incumbent will be required to drive and must have a good driving record and a valid Class C California driver's license. If employee is not a California resident, but accepts a position with the Branch, or becomes a resident, the employee must obtain a California driver's license within 10 days of job appointment.

The incumbent in this position must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted during the course of work; work well under pressure; work independently and in cooperation with other staff members in completing assigned work and meeting required deadlines.

Travel by state vehicle or other public transportation systems to various locations throughout the state may be required.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• AGRICULTURAL PEST CONTROL SPECIALIST

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-430862

Position #(s):

014-635-0647-XXX

Working Title:

Agricultural Pest Control Specialist

Classification:

AGRICULTURAL PEST CONTROL SPECIALIST

$3,893.00 - $4,873.00 A

$4,229.00 - $5,294.00 B

of Positions:

1

Work Location:

San Diego County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

The primary responsibilities of the Pest Detection/Emergency Projects Branch (PD/EP) are the early detection and prompt eradication of exotic and invasive pests that threaten Californias agricultural and natural resources. These are accomplished through the operation of a statewide detection trapping program, special detection surveys, execution of pest eradication programs, maintenance of emergency projects response teams, and implementation of environmental monitoring practices. This is provided through a number of general, federal, and industry-funded programs. PD/EP consults with the Primary State Scientists, global subject matter experts (Technical Working Groups), and regulatory agencies (Department of Pesticide Regulation, Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment, CALEPA).

Special Requirements

SOQ - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and interested individuals MUST submit an SOQ with their application. The SOQ must describe the education, experience, skills, and qualities that make the candidate ideal for the specific Agricultural Pest Control Specialist position.

The SOQ should have a title of "Statement of Qualifications and your name," be no less than 1 page but no more than 2 pages, single space, 12-point Arial font, and one (1) inch margins.

Application Instructions

Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Food & Agriculture

Attn: Human Resources Branch JC-430862

1220 N Street, Room 242

Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Food & Agriculture

Human Resources Branch JC-430862

1220 N Street, Room 242

Sacramento, CA 95814

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION IS PREFERRED. All mail or drop-off applications must include JC-430862

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

• Statement of Qualifications -

A completed Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted with your State Application to be considered. The SOQ must follow the specifics as stated in the "Special Requirements" section.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact:

Dan Arena

(760) 510-4700

dan.arena@cdfa.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Office of Civil Rights

(916) 654-1005

Civil_Rights@cdfa.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Hard Copy Applications:

If you are dropping off or mailing in your application, please use the Examination/Employment Application, STD 678 Revised 10/2023 version.

Additional Information:

Please do not include any confidential information such as social security number, marital status, ethnicity, age, salary or disability information on any of the documentation uploaded with your online application.

If the classification you are applying for has an education requirement, transcripts will be required to verify you meet the minimum qualifications of the classification. Please be sure to redact any confidential information before uploading your transcripts.

Upon hire you may be required to provide official sealed transcripts or an original degree or certificate.

Applicants with foreign degrees may be asked to provide an official foreign transcript evaluation which indicates course work is equivalent to a degree from an accredited U.S. College or University.

This position may require a medical clearance.

Alternate Classifications and Training and Development assignments may be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.