State of Maryland
Introduction
The Maryland Department of Agriculture is a department under Maryland's Executive Branch. Formed in 1972 by the Maryland General Assembly to address the agriculture needs for the State of Maryland, the Department oversees and serves as a regulatory body for animal health, consumer services to include marketing and lab services, plant and pest management and resource conservation. As the number one industry in Maryland, the diversity of agriculture programs in the State continue to expand and grow.
The Plant Protection and Weed Management Section conducts inspection, and offers educational programs that protect the health of plants and honey bees in Maryland. Personnel in this section serve as the State's authorities on plant pests and agricultural quarantines, and provide liaison for the Department with other state and federal regulatory officials regarding these issues.
GRADE
9998
LOCATION OF POSITION
Based out of MDA Headquarters in Annapolis, Maryland
POSITION DUTIES
The Maryland Department of Agriculture is seeking two field technicians to assist in survey and detection for invasive insect pests. Duties include surveys of insects and maintenance of insect traps throughout Maryland, accurate data collection and use of equipment such as GPS units and personal computers. Work may also involve interactions with the public. Training will be provided.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid license to drive in Maryland (with no more than 5 points on driving record).
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with biological field work including but not limited to: Surveys of insects Maintenance of insect traps Data collection Use of equipment such as GPS units and personal computers.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification will be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland (with no more than 5 points on driving record).
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Work will involve exposure to biting/stinging insects, ticks, poison ivy, high temperatures & humidity and other outdoors exposure. Employees may be required to use personal protective equipment when applicable.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates may be placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.
BENEFITS
This is a Seasonal Contractual position and thus does not include benefits such as leave time, holidays and/or health insurance.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application is strongly preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Maryland Department of Agriculture Human Resource Office, Room 304, 50 Harry S. Truman Parkway, Annapolis, MD 21401. The Human Resources unit is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.
Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application. If you are submitting additional information, such as diplomas or transcripts, the preferred method is to upload them online with your application. If you are unable to upload, you may mail, hand-deliver or fax (HR Fax # 443-602-9831). All paper applications must be received by the closing date, no exceptions. (Postmarks not accepted.)
If you are having difficulty with your user account, need to make adjustments to a submitted application or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management at Application.Help@maryland.gov ; ATTN: Recruitment and Examination Division Inquiries regarding this recruitment can be directed to MDA Human Resources at mda.humanresources@maryland.gov.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
Candidates with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
The Maryland Department of Agriculture is a department under Maryland's Executive Branch. Formed in 1972 by the Maryland General Assembly to address the agriculture needs for the State of Maryland, the Department oversees and serves as a regulatory body for animal health, consumer services to include marketing and lab services, plant and pest management and resource conservation. As the number one industry in Maryland, the diversity of agriculture programs in the State continue to expand and grow.
The Plant Protection and Weed Management Section conducts inspection, and offers educational programs that protect the health of plants and honey bees in Maryland. Personnel in this section serve as the State's authorities on plant pests and agricultural quarantines, and provide liaison for the Department with other state and federal regulatory officials regarding these issues.
GRADE
9998
LOCATION OF POSITION
Based out of MDA Headquarters in Annapolis, Maryland
POSITION DUTIES
The Maryland Department of Agriculture is seeking two field technicians to assist in survey and detection for invasive insect pests. Duties include surveys of insects and maintenance of insect traps throughout Maryland, accurate data collection and use of equipment such as GPS units and personal computers. Work may also involve interactions with the public. Training will be provided.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid license to drive in Maryland (with no more than 5 points on driving record).
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with biological field work including but not limited to: Surveys of insects Maintenance of insect traps Data collection Use of equipment such as GPS units and personal computers.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification will be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland (with no more than 5 points on driving record).
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Work will involve exposure to biting/stinging insects, ticks, poison ivy, high temperatures & humidity and other outdoors exposure. Employees may be required to use personal protective equipment when applicable.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates may be placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.
BENEFITS
This is a Seasonal Contractual position and thus does not include benefits such as leave time, holidays and/or health insurance.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application is strongly preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Maryland Department of Agriculture Human Resource Office, Room 304, 50 Harry S. Truman Parkway, Annapolis, MD 21401. The Human Resources unit is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.
Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application. If you are submitting additional information, such as diplomas or transcripts, the preferred method is to upload them online with your application. If you are unable to upload, you may mail, hand-deliver or fax (HR Fax # 443-602-9831). All paper applications must be received by the closing date, no exceptions. (Postmarks not accepted.)
If you are having difficulty with your user account, need to make adjustments to a submitted application or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management at Application.Help@maryland.gov ; ATTN: Recruitment and Examination Division Inquiries regarding this recruitment can be directed to MDA Human Resources at mda.humanresources@maryland.gov.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
Candidates with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.