State of California
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Agricultural Inspector – AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN III (SEASONAL). Salary: $20.54 - $23.36 per hour. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Final Filing Date: 12/31/2025 Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) or By Mail/Drop-off. Responsibilities
Act as a lead person for personnel in the Agricultural Aide/Agricultural Technician I, and Agriculture Technician II classifications and/or other assigned cooperators. Assemble crews, conduct training involving field related activities, personal and equipment safety precautions and schedule daily assignments for: Survey, Eradication, Detection, and related activities. Survey – sample collecting for analysis, inspection of fruit trees for viral diseases, fungal pathogens and insect pests; visual inspection of cargo planes for insect pests. Eradication – application and mixing of pesticides, cleaning and preparing pesticide equipment, pesticide safety training and proper treatment protocols. Support crews by refilling treatment equipment and repairing equipment. Detection – deployment and inspection of various exotic insect pest traps; knowledge of biology and host material for each type of exotic pest. Implement rapid response protocols for new pest finds. Keep daily reports of work completed (e.g., traps serviced, properties treated, acreage surveyed, samples collected). Review and correct Daily Trapping Summary of the assigned crews as needed. Ensure a written database is maintained – written or electronic. This database contains survey sites, trap placements/servicing and properties treated. Note:
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
Jobs are primarily outdoors and may involve extreme weather, lighting changes, variable noise, and uneven terrain. Exposure to dust, pollen, moisture, and certain chemical lures may occur. The work area can be urban or rural. The technician may drive and re-enter the work vehicle several times during the workday. The Senior Environmental Scientist or equivalent provides direction, though may not always be on site. A complete list of working conditions can be found in the duty statement. Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN III (SEASONAL) Salary: $20.54 - $23.36. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions:
4 Work Location:
In Office Job Type:
Department information follows Department Information
The Pest Detection/Emergency Projects Branch (PD/EP) is responsible for early detection and prompt eradication of serious exotic agricultural pests. The Branch conducts statewide trapping, surveys, and emergency eradication services to prevent permanent establishment and spread of pests in California. Special Requirements
The position requires a valid California Driver’s License (CDL). Include CDL number, class, expiration date, endorsements/restrictions on your application. Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes are not postmark dates for timely filing. Final Filing Date: 12/31/2025. Who May Apply: This is a non-testing classification; meeting the minimum qualifications listed in the Classification Specification is required. Welfare to Work participants may apply and have priority as applicable. Indicate participation on your application. How To Apply: Submit complete application packages electronically via CalCareers or via hard copy as instructed. If submitting hard copy, use the STD 678 form or electronic application through CalCareers.ca.gov. Include required documents and ensure accuracy of information. Address for Mailing or Drop-Off Applications: Department of Food & Agriculture, Attn: Human Resources Branch JC-492851, 1220 N Street, Room 242, Sacramento, CA 95814. Electronic applications are preferred; include JC-492851 when applicable. Required Application Package Documents: Current STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically) or electronic State Employment Application. Include experience and education demonstrating meeting minimum qualifications. Resume is optional. Additional Information
Do not include confidential information in documents uploaded with your online application. Transcripts may be required to verify education; redact confidential information before uploading. On hire, you may be required to provide official transcripts or degree/certificates. Foreign degrees may require official foreign transcript evaluation. This position may require medical clearance. Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies. Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer. It is also an objective to maintain a drug-free workplace.
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Agricultural Inspector – AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN III (SEASONAL). Salary: $20.54 - $23.36 per hour. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Final Filing Date: 12/31/2025 Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) or By Mail/Drop-off. Responsibilities
Act as a lead person for personnel in the Agricultural Aide/Agricultural Technician I, and Agriculture Technician II classifications and/or other assigned cooperators. Assemble crews, conduct training involving field related activities, personal and equipment safety precautions and schedule daily assignments for: Survey, Eradication, Detection, and related activities. Survey – sample collecting for analysis, inspection of fruit trees for viral diseases, fungal pathogens and insect pests; visual inspection of cargo planes for insect pests. Eradication – application and mixing of pesticides, cleaning and preparing pesticide equipment, pesticide safety training and proper treatment protocols. Support crews by refilling treatment equipment and repairing equipment. Detection – deployment and inspection of various exotic insect pest traps; knowledge of biology and host material for each type of exotic pest. Implement rapid response protocols for new pest finds. Keep daily reports of work completed (e.g., traps serviced, properties treated, acreage surveyed, samples collected). Review and correct Daily Trapping Summary of the assigned crews as needed. Ensure a written database is maintained – written or electronic. This database contains survey sites, trap placements/servicing and properties treated. Note:
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
Jobs are primarily outdoors and may involve extreme weather, lighting changes, variable noise, and uneven terrain. Exposure to dust, pollen, moisture, and certain chemical lures may occur. The work area can be urban or rural. The technician may drive and re-enter the work vehicle several times during the workday. The Senior Environmental Scientist or equivalent provides direction, though may not always be on site. A complete list of working conditions can be found in the duty statement. Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification. AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN III (SEASONAL) Salary: $20.54 - $23.36. New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions:
4 Work Location:
In Office Job Type:
Department information follows Department Information
The Pest Detection/Emergency Projects Branch (PD/EP) is responsible for early detection and prompt eradication of serious exotic agricultural pests. The Branch conducts statewide trapping, surveys, and emergency eradication services to prevent permanent establishment and spread of pests in California. Special Requirements
The position requires a valid California Driver’s License (CDL). Include CDL number, class, expiration date, endorsements/restrictions on your application. Application Instructions
Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes are not postmark dates for timely filing. Final Filing Date: 12/31/2025. Who May Apply: This is a non-testing classification; meeting the minimum qualifications listed in the Classification Specification is required. Welfare to Work participants may apply and have priority as applicable. Indicate participation on your application. How To Apply: Submit complete application packages electronically via CalCareers or via hard copy as instructed. If submitting hard copy, use the STD 678 form or electronic application through CalCareers.ca.gov. Include required documents and ensure accuracy of information. Address for Mailing or Drop-Off Applications: Department of Food & Agriculture, Attn: Human Resources Branch JC-492851, 1220 N Street, Room 242, Sacramento, CA 95814. Electronic applications are preferred; include JC-492851 when applicable. Required Application Package Documents: Current STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically) or electronic State Employment Application. Include experience and education demonstrating meeting minimum qualifications. Resume is optional. Additional Information
Do not include confidential information in documents uploaded with your online application. Transcripts may be required to verify education; redact confidential information before uploading. On hire, you may be required to provide official transcripts or degree/certificates. Foreign degrees may require official foreign transcript evaluation. This position may require medical clearance. Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies. Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer. It is also an objective to maintain a drug-free workplace.
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