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About The Position

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of pesticide chemical products, accepted pesticide uses, pesticide production, storage and sale methods and procedures, and laws and regulations governing pesticide manufacturing, processing, storage, disposal, sale, and use.
• Computer proficiency, including the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public to facilitate investigations.
• Ability to gather, understand, and analyze relevant investigative data; interpret and apply regulations; and make reasonable, rational decisions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain federal credentials.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, using proper business language and grammar.
• Professional conduct, initiative, attention to detail, commitment to completing assignments efficiently with minimal supervision, cooperation with others, and alignment with agency goals.
• Ability to detect odors, hear and understand normal conversation, distinguish colors, and demonstrate visual acuity sufficient to perform the duties.
• Ability to stand, bend, walk, work, and crawl in restrictive areas such as crawl spaces and attics and across diverse terrain.
• Ability to handle, lift, and manipulate items and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in close quarters, including crawl spaces and attics, when necessary.
• Ability to work daily in the vicinity of pesticides in storage or in use.
• Must reside or be willing to relocate within a reasonable distance of the assigned territory.
• Must have reliable network access at the home office for mobile communications.
• Final candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check.
• Must provide acceptable identity and employment authorization documents for Form I-9; the agency does not offer employment sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Related education, training, and current experience demonstrating relevant skills and abilities, including knowledge in agronomy, entomology, horticulture, plant pathology, biological sciences, chemical sciences, or other agricultural sciences involving the care of agricultural plants and animals.
• Working knowledge of federal and Virginia pesticide laws and regulations.
• Ability to communicate fluently in Spanish or another language.

Responsibilities

• Monitor agricultural and structural pesticide use for compliance with label directions, laws, and regulations.
• Conduct routine inspections of pesticide-licensed businesses and certified applicators for compliance with state and federal laws.
• Investigate pesticide-related spills, bird and fish kills, environmental damage, and human or animal injury resulting from pesticide use or misuse.
• Collect pesticide samples for analysis.
• Initiate corrective actions when violations are found.
• Prepare administrative, investigative, and inspection reports on a daily basis.
• Serve as a local pesticide information resource.
• Participate in and monitor pesticide applicator recertification programs to ensure compliance with established guidelines.
• Attend or make presentations at pesticide-related association and industry meetings.
• Complete field training throughout Virginia and cover the assigned Roanoke territory.
• Maintain a home office with reliable network access for mobile communications.

Benefits

• State-owned vehicle for business use only