Temporary Treasure Valley Invasive Insect Pest Surveyors

Description

"Serving consumers and agriculture by safeguarding the public, plants, animals and the environment through promotion, education and regulation."

The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is currently recruiting for temporary Invasive Insect Pest Surveyors located in the Treasure Valley area

Applications are being accepted now and will be reviewed periodically. The successful candidates will start working as early as May 1, 2025 and may continue through September 29, 2025. Apply as soon as possible to ensure you will be considered for this position.

SPECIAL NOTIFICATION: This non-classified position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. It does not come with benefits.

Insect Trapping Surveyor Primary Responsibilities:

• Put out, monitor, and pull traps for Japanese beetle survey
• May assist with putting out/monitoring/ pulling traps for gypsy moth, apple maggot, and stone fruit commodity pests
• May assist with putting out/monitoring/ pulling traps for corn commodity and small grains commodity pests
• May assist with visual inspections for corn commodity and small grains commodity pests 

Requirements: The successful applicant must be able to fulfill the following duties:

• Read road & topographic maps
• Ability to work alone in remote area and work independently
• Operate GPS devices
• Operate electronic tablet device
• Hike or walk for an extended period of time over long distances on uneven, rough, or off-road terrain with or without a reasonable accommodation
• Work in various types of weather conditions (heat, cold, wind, rain, etc.)
• Possibility of working evenings, weekends, or long hours
• State vehicle usage
• Valid driver's license required

Thank you for your interest in the Department of Agriculture!

If you have questions,

please contact us at:

[email protected] or at (208) 332-8520

EEO/ADA/Veteran's Preference

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits 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.

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

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 (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected].