Hop Sampler | Multiple Positions
About The Position
The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) is seeking twenty-five (25) full-time non-permanent Agricultural Inspector 1 positions within the Plant Protection Division for the 2026 Hop Season. These positions are located in Yakima, Washington, and are not represented by a union. The Hop Sampler supports the laboratory by gathering samples of hops from growers at their farms and warehouses and returns those samples to the lab for analysis and testing. The hop season typically runs from mid-August through mid-October. These positions may be required to work up to seven (7) days a week, requiring the use of overtime. The typical starting salary for this position is Range 36, Step A $19.12 - Step L $24.71 hourly.
Requirements
- Valid drivers license & proof of vehicle insurance.
- Ability to pass USDA Acts & Regulations and Sampling exam.
Nice To Haves
- One (1) season of experience performing hop inspection.
Responsibilities
- Drive to farms and warehouses as assigned; pick up samples individually or with a group and return samples to lab.
- Sample hops per USDA GIPSA requirements.
- Maneuver bales of hops, push out of cores, box core samples.
- Label samples, complete worksheets, maintain tallies of samples taken and lot numbers.
- Input data accurately using state issued tablet and specialized software.
- Complete required training and follow state agency rules for timekeeping and travel.
- Input precise hours worked into PISCES timekeeping system.
- Create TEMS records for POV mileage reimbursements.
- Take USDA Acts & Regulations sampling exam.
Benefits
- Dependent Care Assistance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Tuition Waiver
- Deferred Compensation
- Employee Recognition Leave
- 12 paid Holidays
- Vacation and Leave Accruals
- All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required will be provided by the agency.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
