- Works with industry members in inspection program related issues. Works with company owners and managers, which requires a high level of professionalism including appropriate attire, like that as worn by these contacts.
- Other conditions: working long hours as needed; occasionally working with industry members in matters relating to contentious issues works regularly in field conditions with exposure to weather.
- Working long hours as dictated by workload (seasonally), travel required at various times for one to two weeks at a time, regular lifting of objects 50-60 lbs. This position frequently works weekends, holidays, evening, and split shifts.
- 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.
- Ensure your application shows your relevant work experience and/or related education; this may be in the form of a filled-out application and/or through an attached resume.
- Upon submitting your application, please be sure to check your Workday account for additional tasks to complete such as questionnaires and to request veteran's preferences (if applicable).
- Current state employees, please apply through your employee Workday account.
- Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials. On average, candidates new to state service will most likely be offered compensation in the lower to mid-level of the salary range.
- Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification, or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process following pay equity. Prior to making a job offer, an internal pay equity assessment will be completed. The successful candidate's professional experience and education will be compared to the state employee workforce performing work of a comparable character to determine appropriate placement in the salary range. Candidates new to state service typically receive a salary within the first half of the salary range.
- 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.
Shipping Point Inspector 1 - Hood River, United States - State of Oregon
Description
Initial Posting Date
04/05/2024
Application Deadline
06/09/2024
Agency
Department of Agriculture
Salary Range
3,006 - 4,338
Position Type
Employee
Position Title
Shipping Point Inspector 1
Job Description
The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) works to ensure healthy natural resources, environment, and economy for Oregonians now and in the future through inspection and certification, regulation, and promotion of agriculture and food. If this sounds like something you would like to do, then apply for this Shipping Point Inspector 1 position we have multiple positions available.
What you'll be doing
As Shipping Point Inspector 1, you will provide traditional shipping point inspections and certification of
nuts, fresh fruits and vegetables. This includes sampling and inspection of sample; records note and writes certificates of grade or inspection reports with all pertinent information on the kind of product, variety, brand, manifest, car or truck numbers, container size and type, etc.
The Shipping Point Inspector 1 is a seasonal part - time position, located in Hood River, Oregon.
Working conditions
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What we're looking for:
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Must have a valid driver's license, and a good driving record or be able to provide an acceptable alternate method of transportation.
A resume is required to move to the next stage of consideration for this position.
How are candidates selected?
The selection process consists of a review of your application and an evaluation of your education, experience, training, and overall professionalism of your application materials. Candidates that follow the application directions, submit what is required and provide us with credentials that showcase their skills and how they meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to an interview. Resumes will not replace the completed job history experience in Workday. We will only review documents that are requested.
Learn more about the Oregon Department of Agriculture
At ODA, employees work with a dynamic and supportive team of mission-focused individuals tasked with ensuring healthy natural resources, environment, and economy for Oregonians now and in the future through inspection and certification, regulation, and promotion of agriculture and food. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are embedded in ODA's core values. Employees at all levels of the agency work together to foster fairness, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Learn more about what we do here
What's in it for you
The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage, paid holidays off, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation leave and sick leave. In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses. More information is available from the Public Employees Benefit Board.
Additional Information
NOTE: Please ensure you've provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.
Questions/Need Help?
If you have questions about the recruitment or need an accommodation for the recruitment process, please contact mail to: or call