Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 05/16/18
Applications Due: 05/29/18
Vacancy ID: 53375
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyAgriculture & Markets, Department of
TitleAssistant Horticultural Inspector 1
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary GradeNS
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $17.61 to $17.61 Hourly
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 90%
Schedule
Workweek Variable
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 8 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Nassau
Street Address Farmingdale, NY
City Farmingdale
StateNY
Zip Code11736
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 30 college credits
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• 30 college credits in horticulture, forestry, plant pathology, botany, entomology, environmental studies/plant
science, or a biological science primarily related to the scientific study of plants.
• Possession of a current, valid driver’s license and use of a vehicle (reimbursement for mileage).
• Ability to navigate and read maps; tree identification skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Duties Description POSITION DESCRIPTION: Visual surveyor for presence of insects and pests of concern.
All positions require:
Attention to detail, ability to follow directions and good record keeping is needed. Able to work in all types of outdoor environments in all types of weather. Good communications skills with the general public.
Additional duties include:
Maintenance of daily and weekly records of inspection work. Inspection and survey of residential properties, businesses, and densely populated treed areas for the presence of plum pox virus.
Duties require fast walking, bending, squatting, working outdoors in various terrains, inclement weather, and close proximity to poison ivy.
Additional Comments Travel will be mostly local. Overnight travel is kept to a minimum.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name Kipp Campbell
Telephone 518-457-3216
Fax 518-457-8852
Email Address humanres@agriculture.ny.gov
Address
Street 10B Airline Drive
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12235
Notes on ApplyingPlease send cover letter, resume and unofficial transcripts to the humanres@agriculture.ny.gov
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