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Shipping Point Inspection 1

Initial Posting Date:

03/15/2023

Application Deadline:

07/30/2023

Agency:

Department of Agriculture

Salary Range:

2,823 - 4,073

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Shipping Point Inspection 1

Job Description:

Oregon Department of Agriculture is currently recruiting for a Shipping Point Inspection 1 to join our Market Access and Certification Program Area.

As the Shipping Point Inspector 1, you will inspect samples for compliance to grade, taking into consideration factors such as shape, size, color, and any physical deterioration such as rot and insect or disease damage. You will also conduct inspection of programs in facilities where regular supervision is not available. In addition, you will assist in the training of Federal-State inspectors, applicant-employed inspectors.

The Shipping Point Inspector 1 is a Seasonal Part -time position, located in Hermiston, Oregon and is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).

Click here to view a full description of this position.

Working conditions

Must be able to work under the following conditions with or without reasonable accommodations:
Works around trucks, lift-trucks, and other potentially hazardous equipment.
May cover large geographical areas.
Working long hours, nights, weekends and/or split shifts may be required.
Occasionally working with industry members in matters relating to contentious issues.
Works regularly in field conditions with exposure to weather.
Requires lifting of objects 50 lbs. or more.
May require travel (a valid driver’s license is required).

What’s in it for you

A resume is required to be attached with application.

The opportunity to join a team of professionals who are passionate about what they do and work in a supportive environment. We offer a competitive benefits package that offers comprehensive

medical, vision, and dental benefits

for the employee and their qualified family members, as well as paid sick leave, vacation leave, personal leave, and,

11 paid holidays

a year. In addition, we offer membership in the

Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

deferred compensation

, and you have the opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

. If you are passionate about Oregon agriculture, apply today!

This is what you need to qualify

Shipping Point Inspector 1

one season of experience as a shipping point inspector aide
The Shipping Point Inspector 1 may not be a year-around position and works as work is available.
Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

one year of experience in a commercial fruit or vegetable growing, grading, or marketing enterprise.

How to apply:

CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES (including Off-Season employees): To apply for this position, you must apply through your Workday account.
Click here for instructions
. Prior to clicking "Apply", update your employee profile to reflect your education, skills and job history (including your current job).

IF YOU ARE NOT A STATE EMPLOYEE: To apply for this position, follow the "Apply" link and
complete the application and questions
(if applicable) online. If this is your first time applying in Workday, you will need to
create a new user profile
. You can even drag and drop your resume into Workday, and it will read and generate your Work History!

Upon submitting your application, please be sure to check your Workday account for pending questions and tasks such as public records requests, declaring
Veterans' Points
and attaching supporting documentation (including right after submission).

The fine print:

Warning! The system will timeout after 20 minutes of inactivity. You must submit your application after you begin the process – you cannot save your progress and come back to it later.
This recruitment may be used in future vacancies.

Additional Information:

Duties and responsibilities of this position include access to confidential, sensitive, and protected information. Employee is required to sign authorization agreement and to receive annual security training. Experience in budget and management are necessary to perform the duties of this position.

Important: Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. The required application materials submitted at time of application will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the
Pay Equity Project
homepage.

The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Please review the
Classification and Compensation
page for more details, or you may
visit our website
for information on Pay Equity.

United States Employment Eligibility: The Oregon Department of Agriculture does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. The Oregon Employment Department is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate, you must present your I-9
acceptable documents
(See page 3) for employment verification.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are embedded in the Department of Agriculture core values. Employees at all levels of the agency work together to foster fairness, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Ensuring legal compliance, efficiency, and exceeding expectations to deliver the best public services. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may not meet every one of our listed preferred qualifications. Lived experience may count towards the desired attributes. If you are excited about this position, we encourage you to apply. If you are unsure as to whether you meet the minimum qualifications of this position, please contact our human resources department to discuss your application.

Questions/Need Help?

If you have questions about the recruitment or need an alternate format to apply, please contact Lee Whiting at

lee.whiting@oda.oregon.gov

or call 503-986-4585. Please be prepared to describe the alternate format needed.

By US Forest Service

To sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the Nation's forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations." Its motto is "Caring for the land and serving people.

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INDUSTRY

National Agencies

TEAM SIZE

10000+

LOCATION

Hybrid, based in Washington, DC

DATE POSTED

July 20, 2023