We at the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) take our responsibilities to you very seriously and are committed to protecting and promoting Georgia's agriculture through superior service and leadership. 

·         The mission of the Georgia Department of Agriculture is to protect consumers; promote agriculture locally and globally, and assist our customers using education, technology, and a professional workforce.

·         The vision of the Georgia Department of Agriculture is to continue to be a globally recognized leader in agricultural excellence through a commitment to safety, quality, growth, and innovation.

Selected applicants must reside in or be willing to relocate to the assigned territory.  The territory for this posting consists of the following counties:

1.    Ben Hill

2.    Bleckley

3.    Dodge

4.    Irwin

5.    Laurens

6.    Pulaski

7.    Telfair

8.    Tift

9.    Turner

10.  Wheeler

11.  Wilcox

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Ag Inputs Section of the Georgia Department of Agriculture includes the regulatory programs for Pesticide, Seed, and Fertilizer. 

This program enforces state and federal rules and regulations governing pesticides, and administers all state and federal regulations related to seed and fertilizer.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under general supervision:

1.    Perform routine inspections and comprehensive investigations to determine compliance with state and federal regulations and laws related to fertilizer, pesticide, and seed.

2.    Routinely create and write technical reports and correspondence.

3.    Provide applicable support to the regulated community and public by enforcing laws, rules, and regulations about the processing, labeling, transporting, storing, distribution, and selling of regulated products.

4.    Inspect and investigate for compliance with applicable health, safety, and/or environmental laws and regulations and investigate suspected violations as needed or requested.

5.    Report compliance findings to GDA office staff, EPA, USDA, and others. 

Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:

·         Postgraduate work or a degree in agriculture, horticulture, environmental science, pest control, entomology, or a closely related field.

·         Prior experience conducting regulatory compliance inspections and investigations with local, state, or federal agencies.

·         Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Physical Demands:

1.    Potential for standing for long periods of time.

2.    Must be able to lift 50 lb. boxes/bags of seed or fertilizer.

3.    Intermittent periods of walking, squatting, kneeling, or driving.

4.    Potential for exposure to the outdoor elements for extended periods of time.

5.    Potential for exposure to a wide variety of temperatures during various times of the year.

NOTE:  The Georgia Department of Agriculture conducts background checks on all final candidates.  The hiring of applicants is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background, and criminal records investigations, and motor vehicle reports.

HOW TO APPLY:  Resumes may be submitted by adding to your profile in Team Georgia Careers.

Via Team Georgia Careers http://team.georgia.gov/careers/

The Georgia Department of Agriculture is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided.  Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the interview process.  Applicants who are not selected will not receive a notification.

Please contact the Human Resources Office at (404) 656-3615 if you need accommodation.

** The position will be closed once a suitable candidate is identified **