Assistant Horticultural Inspector 1, NS

Minimum Qualifications Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets! Join our team and become an integral part of a team dedicated to fostering a competitive food and agriculture industry that benefits both producers and consumers alike.

Here, you can cultivate your career in a dynamic environment that values innovation, sustainability, and community engagement.

With a wide range of opportunities spanning from environmental science to economic development, you can find your niche in public service and grow both professionally and personally.

Embrace the chance to join our team, and you’ll not only reap a fulfilling career but also sow the seeds for a healthier, stronger New York.

Minimum Qualifications : You must have thirty college credits, in any subject.

Preferred Qualifications : Thirty college credits in horticulture, forestry, plant pathology, botany, entomology, environmental studies / plant science, or a biological science primarily related to the scientific study of plants.

Possession of a current, valid driver’s license and use of a vehicle.

Duties Description The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking an Assistant Horticultural Inspector 1 to work in Suffolk County.

• The Assistant Horticultural Inspector 1 assists in performing surveys and inspections; visually surveys plants for the presence of pests to assist in identifying plant diseases and insects;
• collects samples of leaves, seeds or other agricultural commodities; deploys traps and lures in support of various surveys under established protocols and direction;
• labels and packs samples for submission to the laboratory for analysis; accurately records survey data and information; assists in data entry of survey information, crop history, dates of survey, field size, treatments and lab results;
• properly maps properties, trees and species and where they are located to detect, eradicate or control plant pests in an assigned geographic area;

reports quantity and disposition of samples to supervisor and / or program manager; and cleans and maintains survey equipment.

The Assistant Horticultural Inspector 1 earns $20.22 / hour and provides full-time hours working 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday.

These positions are temporary and seasonal, with regular renewals from season to season based on program needs. The two seasons run from April 1 through November 30 and December 1 through March 31.

The duties of the position require walking and standing outside in all weather conditions. Overnight travel may be required.

Benefits :

This is a PEF-represented position that offers excellent benefits! Benefits include but are not limited to inexpensive Health Insurance options, free Dental and Vision coverage, NYS Pension Plan membership, paid parental leave, and generous paid time off.

Within the first year, you are eligible for 5 days of personal time, 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 13 paid holidays!

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.