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Overview Safeguards natural resources through regulatory enforcement, investigations, and education. Conducts surveys in forested and residential areas to identify host trees and evaluate potential infestations of the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) using field tools such as binoculars, GPS, and tablets. Engages in field tasks to inspect work sites, monitor the transportation and disposal of regulated articles, and enforce ALB quarantine regulations. Builds strong working relationships with various stakeholders to facilitate information sharing, compliance with regulations, and provide community updates. Participates in educational and outreach activities about invasive species and related services. Assists in early detection and rapid response to plant pest infestations that may cause substantial economic damage to South Carolina. Seeks relevant training and ongoing education opportunities to stay current in the field of plant pest prevention and management. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Duties Essential (40%) – Inspections and Compliance Conducts surveys and inspections to determine compliance with the Federal Plant Protection Act, the SC Crop Protection Act, the Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB) Quarantine(s), and other Federal and State legislation. Surveys forests, residential and commercial properties, and other wooded properties to detect ALB. Develops familiarity with ALB and other Department target invasive pests and secures appropriate locations to conduct surveys. Submits appropriate survey observation data. Supports Federal and State quarantine programs and other ongoing plant protection efforts of the Department. Provides phytosanitary inspection services to facilitate trade and prevent pest movement. Issues certificates, compliance agreements, or other necessary shipping documents.
Essential (25%) – Investigations Conducts investigations as an agent of the South Carolina Crop Pest Commission to determine compliance with State and Federal regulations that govern the sale and distribution of regulated articles. Enforces all aspects of the Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB) Quarantine. Inspects and reviews business records and physical facilities at commercial operations for compliance with the Federal Plant Protection Act, the SC Crop Protection Act, the ALB Quarantine, and other Federal and State legislation for compliance. Conducts interviews, collects samples, obtains affidavits, and collects and reviews sales, shipping, and receipt records. Maintains proper chain of custody for all samples, records, and other evidence collected via investigations. Ensures the industry meets certification standard.
Essential (25%) – Reporting Submits accurate and thorough reports detailing the findings of each inspection or investigation using the appropriate Department database or application. Collects and reports timely pest survey data using data collection applications provided. Communicates survey and inspection results with managers to aid grant reporting and response to pest detections or non‑compliances. Performs timely reporting within other University‑assigned data collection systems.
Essential (5%) – Education and Outreach Participates in educational programming and public outreach activities emphasizing regulation through education. Collaborates with University staff, State agencies, or Federal cooperators to organize and attend events. Informs members of the regulated community and other stakeholders about plant pests and relevant services through participation in trade shows, conferences, public events, and classroom presentations. Provides technical assistance to industry.
Essential (5%) – Other Duties as Assigned Responds to plant pest detection events throughout the state. Serves in an assigned role, often in collaboration with other units or agencies, to meet operational goals. Implements field strategies, including but not limited to trace investigations, inspections, sampling, surveys, destruction, and treatments. Develops and maintains an understanding of emergency preparedness and agroterrorism prevention strategies to protect the State from threats. Assists other units within the Division of Regulatory and Public Service Programs as well as other state and federal agencies as needed. Participates and attends ICST trainings and exercises as assigned. Maintains at least minimum competency and certification levels for assigned position.
Minimum Requirements Education: High School or equivalent and experience in a field related to agriculture; or equivalent education plus experience. License: Driver’s License Class D normal
Preferred Requirements Education: Bachelor’s Degree and commensurate experience in Horticulture, Forestry or other Agricultural Science.
Physical Requirements Stand for prolonged period, sit (stationary position) for prolonged period, walk or move about, use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc., ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder), position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl), communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself, recognize or inspect visually, move, transport, raise or lower, extend hands or arms in any direction, use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors, perceive, observe, clarity of vision.
Working Conditions Exposure to heat or cold, dust/fumes, wet or humid, mechanical hazards, overnight travel.
Work Schedule Standard Hours: 37.5.
Compensation Information Expected Salary Range: $47,588.00 - $55,000.00. Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson’s compensation guidelines.
Job Location Charleston, SC.
Application Deadline Apply by January 13, 2026.
Military and Veteran MILITARY EQUIVALENCY: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. VETERAN PREFERENCE: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. The State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full‑time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job’s minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD‑214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources. To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
Closing Statement Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
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Investigator IV
role at
Clemson University .
Overview Safeguards natural resources through regulatory enforcement, investigations, and education. Conducts surveys in forested and residential areas to identify host trees and evaluate potential infestations of the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) using field tools such as binoculars, GPS, and tablets. Engages in field tasks to inspect work sites, monitor the transportation and disposal of regulated articles, and enforce ALB quarantine regulations. Builds strong working relationships with various stakeholders to facilitate information sharing, compliance with regulations, and provide community updates. Participates in educational and outreach activities about invasive species and related services. Assists in early detection and rapid response to plant pest infestations that may cause substantial economic damage to South Carolina. Seeks relevant training and ongoing education opportunities to stay current in the field of plant pest prevention and management. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Duties Essential (40%) – Inspections and Compliance Conducts surveys and inspections to determine compliance with the Federal Plant Protection Act, the SC Crop Protection Act, the Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB) Quarantine(s), and other Federal and State legislation. Surveys forests, residential and commercial properties, and other wooded properties to detect ALB. Develops familiarity with ALB and other Department target invasive pests and secures appropriate locations to conduct surveys. Submits appropriate survey observation data. Supports Federal and State quarantine programs and other ongoing plant protection efforts of the Department. Provides phytosanitary inspection services to facilitate trade and prevent pest movement. Issues certificates, compliance agreements, or other necessary shipping documents.
Essential (25%) – Investigations Conducts investigations as an agent of the South Carolina Crop Pest Commission to determine compliance with State and Federal regulations that govern the sale and distribution of regulated articles. Enforces all aspects of the Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB) Quarantine. Inspects and reviews business records and physical facilities at commercial operations for compliance with the Federal Plant Protection Act, the SC Crop Protection Act, the ALB Quarantine, and other Federal and State legislation for compliance. Conducts interviews, collects samples, obtains affidavits, and collects and reviews sales, shipping, and receipt records. Maintains proper chain of custody for all samples, records, and other evidence collected via investigations. Ensures the industry meets certification standard.
Essential (25%) – Reporting Submits accurate and thorough reports detailing the findings of each inspection or investigation using the appropriate Department database or application. Collects and reports timely pest survey data using data collection applications provided. Communicates survey and inspection results with managers to aid grant reporting and response to pest detections or non‑compliances. Performs timely reporting within other University‑assigned data collection systems.
Essential (5%) – Education and Outreach Participates in educational programming and public outreach activities emphasizing regulation through education. Collaborates with University staff, State agencies, or Federal cooperators to organize and attend events. Informs members of the regulated community and other stakeholders about plant pests and relevant services through participation in trade shows, conferences, public events, and classroom presentations. Provides technical assistance to industry.
Essential (5%) – Other Duties as Assigned Responds to plant pest detection events throughout the state. Serves in an assigned role, often in collaboration with other units or agencies, to meet operational goals. Implements field strategies, including but not limited to trace investigations, inspections, sampling, surveys, destruction, and treatments. Develops and maintains an understanding of emergency preparedness and agroterrorism prevention strategies to protect the State from threats. Assists other units within the Division of Regulatory and Public Service Programs as well as other state and federal agencies as needed. Participates and attends ICST trainings and exercises as assigned. Maintains at least minimum competency and certification levels for assigned position.
Minimum Requirements Education: High School or equivalent and experience in a field related to agriculture; or equivalent education plus experience. License: Driver’s License Class D normal
Preferred Requirements Education: Bachelor’s Degree and commensurate experience in Horticulture, Forestry or other Agricultural Science.
Physical Requirements Stand for prolonged period, sit (stationary position) for prolonged period, walk or move about, use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc., ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder), position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl), communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself, recognize or inspect visually, move, transport, raise or lower, extend hands or arms in any direction, use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors, perceive, observe, clarity of vision.
Working Conditions Exposure to heat or cold, dust/fumes, wet or humid, mechanical hazards, overnight travel.
Work Schedule Standard Hours: 37.5.
Compensation Information Expected Salary Range: $47,588.00 - $55,000.00. Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson’s compensation guidelines.
Job Location Charleston, SC.
Application Deadline Apply by January 13, 2026.
Military and Veteran MILITARY EQUIVALENCY: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties. VETERAN PREFERENCE: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. The State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full‑time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job’s minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD‑214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources. To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
Closing Statement Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
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