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"Serving consumers and agriculture by safeguarding the public, plants, animals and the environment through promotion, education and regulation."

Help Protect Idaho's Harvest: Seasonal Seed Inspectors Needed!

Are youlooking for a short-term, high-impact role this winter? The Department of Agriculture is looking for hardworking individuals to join us as Seed Inspectors across the Idaho Falls district.

This is a vital 8-to-10-week seasonal position that puts you right in the heart of Idaho's agricultural community. It's perfect for those who thrive in a fast-paced environment, don't mind a little snow, and are comfortable with a non-traditional work schedule.

Where we need you: These positions are located throughout Eastern Idaho, Including, Ashton, Marysville, Felt, Tetonia, Driggs, Victor, St. Anthony, Parker, Terreton, Thorton, and Idaho Falls.In your application, please let us know exactly which cities you are available to work in. Seed inspectors are employed on a seasonal basis and will be subject to irregular hours and shift work. These positions require the inspector to work in cold and snowy weather conditions.

Referred lists will be pulled periodically. Apply as soon as possible to ensure you will be considered for this position. This position does not have benefits.

General Information:
• Incumbents in these positions work in a high-volume setting until all samples are processed.
• Work involves exposure to extreme cold and heat, wet and humid environments, dust, dirt, exhaust fumes, poorly ventilated areas, noise and odors.
• Work requires standing for prolonged periods.
• Incumbents keep work area in safe condition and report any hazards to supervisor.
• Involves irregular work hours, (partial days and/or long hours) days and times and a rotation to multiple locations.
• Incumbents must effectively communicate while exercising tact and diplomacy and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Personal protective equipment may be required. Depending on the facility, incumbents may be required to purchase protective shoes and/or wear ear protection, hard hats, safety glasses, etc.

Example of Duties

Principal Responsibilities:
• Inspect and certify grades of seed potatoes for shipment
• Maintain seed lot identity.
• Visually verify lot location on storage maps.
• Sample and inspect seed lots to determine grade and size factors.
• Record inspection results.
• Tag and seal truckloads meeting Idaho's rules of certification.
• Complete Federal and State inspection certification.
• Clean and disinfect all inspection equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

These qualifications are mandatory requirements. Any combination of ability, education, training or experience that demonstrates competence in each of the following:
• With or without a reasonable accommodation, physical ability to:

a. Collect, lift and carry up to 50 pound containers

b. Intermittently bend, squat, twist and reach above shoulder level

c. Walk and stand for prolonged periods

d. Work outside around odors, fumes and dust in all weather conditions

e. Sufficient speech, vision, touch, balance and hearing to perform inspection activities

f. Pass a color test

Ability to:

a. Write or print neatly and legibly

b. Follow both verbal and written instructions and accurately complete time sheets and other required documentation

c. Must be able to read and write in English

d. Within two weeks of hire, obtain and retain an Inspector license from USDA

e. Possess a valid driver's license and be able to provide proof of vehicle insurance

To apply click the blue Apply Now button or submit a paper application at to obtain a State of Idaho application.

Complete and fax, mail, or email the application to the following contact:

Human Resources Idaho State Department of Agriculture P.O. Box 7249 Boise, ID 83707

Phone: (208) ###-####

FAX: (208) ###-####

Email: ...@isda.idaho.gov