Extra Help- Ag & Standards Inspector Aide

About the role

The Office of the Tulare County Ag Commissioner is seeking applications for extra help positions. Applications will be reviewed by Tulare County Human Resources & Development.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed Inspectors in conducting field surveys and inspections in areas applicable to the Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer's Department.
• Participate in pest surveys, control programs, and/or eradication projects.
• Direct crews of non-technical field workers as needed for conducting surveys.
• Prepare maps, route books, routing sheets, etc. as needed for survey and detection work.
• Disseminate agricultural and weights and measures policies and information.

Requirements

• Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
• Knowledge: Of common agricultural crops, their varieties, pests and diseases; cultural practices used in establishing, maintaining and harvesting agricultural crops; use of chemicals in basic plant and soil science as related to agricultural crop production; accuracy required in experimental methods.
• Skills: Ability to work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; gather designated data and keep accurate, legible records; read and understand scientific publications; communicate with people from various socio-economic and educational backgrounds; maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, grower/operators, and personnel from other agencies; adjust to fluctuating workloads, changing assignments, and pressure of meeting deadlines.
• Licenses/Certificates: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.

Skills

• Ability to work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
• Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
• Gather designated data and keep accurate, legible records.
• Read and understand scientific publications.
• Communicate with people from various socio-economic and educational backgrounds.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, grower/operators, and personnel from other agencies.
• Adjust to fluctuating workloads, changing assignments, and pressure of meeting deadlines.

Benefits

No benefits are associated with extra help positions.

Pay

There are no specific pay details provided for extra help positions.

Schedule

Extra help employees may work in a variety of County departments in locations throughout the geographic county area. The number of hours and duration of employment varies by each assignment.

Additional Information

• Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
• Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions.
• An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions.
• Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees.