Agricultural Field Assistant

DEFINITION
To assist in conducting pest detection and insect trapping programs as directed. Employees in this classification receive general supervision within a framework of well-defined policies and procedures. This job class exercises responsibility for the placement, care of, and reports for all insect traps and performs related work as required.
 
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Deputy Commissioner/Sealer
 EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Deploy, service, rotate, and remove insect traps
 
Maintain accurate records on insect traps including location maps and service dates
 
Inputs information and generates computer reports
 
Maintains inventory of trapping supplies and equipment
 
Responds to inquiries from the public regarding pest detection program
 
Assists California Department of Food and Agriculture personnel in special surveys
 
Performs other related duties similar to the above in scope and function as requiredEducation:  
High school graduation of GED
 
Additional Requirements:
Possession of a California's Driver's License. Under certain circumstances, the Human Resources Director may accept a valid driver's license from another state if applicant acknowledges his/her intent to acquire a California Driver's License within three months by signing an acknowledgment form.
 
Ability to drive a standard transmission vehicleEMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of: 
The operation and use of pest detection insect trapping equipment
 
The use of a compass and know directions for map orientation
Ability to: 
Identify specific pests to be trapped
 
Identify host plants
 
Conduct pest detection activities on uneven surfaces under various environmental conditions
 
Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms
 
Understand and follow oral and written instructions
 
Keep and maintain accurate records
 
Prepare accurate maps marking trap locations
 
establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties
 
work independently with minimal supervision
 
operate a personal computer and other office equipment

THE SELECTION PROCESS
All interested applicants must complete and submit a job application including any required supplemental questionnaires, and attach any required documentation. For those who meet the minimum qualifications, a competitive evaluation of the training and experience described on your application or supplemental questionnaire, a written examination, a structured oral interview, a performance rating, or a combination of any of these, may be performed. You will be scored based on that competitive evaluation. This process may be altered if there are ten or less applicants that qualified.

Salary : $18