$18.00 - $23.14 Hourly

Spotted Lanternfly Survey Trapper

Dept. of Agriculture
Vancouver, WA
就业类型: Full Time - Non-Permanent

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原始职位描述

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   农业 - 华盛顿州经济的支柱

 

华盛顿州农业部已为本州服务超过100年。通过服务、监管和倡导,我们确保农业在华盛顿州保持活力和重要性,同时保护消费者、公众健康和环境。我们与农民和牧场主广泛合作,但我们的职责——从确保食品安全到环境保护——影响着数百万当地人、全国乃至全球人民的生活。


该机构约有780名员工,季节性工作高峰期时接近1,000名员工。如需了解更多并查看其他职位,请访问我们的 招聘页面





植物保护处 通过保护农业和环境免受昆虫、杂草和病原体害虫的侵害,支持农业行业并保护环境和消费者,同时支持授粉者和土壤健康,并进行正确的重量和测量测试以及农药使用检测。 害虫防治计划

在华盛顿州对重要农产品的害虫和病害开展调查、诊断和控制活动。害虫防治计划员工会调查斑点蜡蝉、日本甲虫、海绵状毛虫、苹果蠹蛾、北方巨型 Hornets、Phytophthora ramorum、Spartina 和其他入侵性昆虫害虫、病害和有害杂草。一些员工在奥林匹亚或雅基马的植物害虫和分子诊断实验室或昆虫学实验室工作,以提供调查样本的诊断。其他员工则协助对日本甲虫、海绵状毛虫、入侵性蜗牛、北方巨型 Hornets、Spartina 和紫茉莉进行控制和根除工作。无论面对何种威胁,害虫防治计划员工均利用尖端技术、科学流程和团队合作,保护华盛顿州最宝贵的农业作物。 机会: 斑点蜡蝉调查诱捕员

负责在指定区域组装、部署、监控和移除多达300个诱捕器。此外,诱捕员还需在潜在的斑点蜡蝉蜜露地点收集蚂蚁样本以进行环境DNA分析,并对树兰和葡萄园进行视觉调查,以监测斑点蜡蝉的存在。将提供一辆州政府车辆用于调查活动,诱捕员需安全驾驶并遵守所有适用法律。

此外,诱捕员还需在指定区域内正确放置和维护所有诱捕器,并与公众保持积极且专业的互动。某些职位可能需要偶尔进行夜间出行,住宿和餐费将根据批准的费用进行报销。 时长 The

In addition, the trapper is responsible for the proper placement and maintenance of all traps within their assigned area, as well as fostering positive and professional interactions with the public. Some positions may require occasional overnight travel, with approved expenses for lodging and meals reimbursed.


Duration

The 斑点蜡烛虫调查诱捕员 该职位为临时岗位,预计持续时间为最多三个月,至9月30日结束。诱捕员通常在周一至周四工作,时间为早上6:30至下午5:00。诱捕员的工作地点在其家中办公室,该办公室应靠近或位于其调查路线范围内。每位诱捕员将被分配一条合理可到达其住所的路线。申请中提供的家庭地址将作为您家庭办公室的默认位置。如果您希望被考虑其他地点的岗位,请在申请中注明您感兴趣的区域。

重要说明:

WSDA正在招募Plant Protection Division(植物保护部门)内的全职非永久性农业助手职位。该职位位于华盛顿州温哥华市。该职位由 华盛顿州公务员联合会(WFSE)工会代表。

提供的基本工资将考虑内部公平性,并可能根据候选人的相关知识、技能和经验有所不同。该职位的典型起薪为: 薪级34,步阶A $18.00 - 步阶L $23.14 每小时

工作职责

您将面对的工作内容

该职位的一些主要职责包括:

执行斑点蜡烛虫调查及其他外来物种调查项目的现场作业

  • 操作分配的机构提供车辆,安装并检查昆虫检测诱捕器,在指定密度下收集植物组织样本,按照调查规程和项目截止日期在指定地理区域内完成任务。选择诱捕器位置以确保有效布置和覆盖范围。 
  • 请与斑点蜡烛虫现场技术员及其他项目工作人员沟通。 
  • 准确记录数据点,尽量减少误差。 
  • 在调查期间持续监控和维护诱捕器。 
  • 按照指示安装额外的响应诱捕器。 
  • 从天竺葵树上收集蚂蚁进行环境DNA分析。 
  • 对天竺葵树进行视觉检查(围绕树木行走,使用昆虫扫网检查叶冠,寻找SLF各生命阶段)。
  • 在项目截止日期前移除所有诱捕器。
有效利用技术,高效且准确地完成日常任务。
  • 使用分配的技术和软件应用来规划活动并导航至调查地点。 
  • 按照协议收集准确数据、采集标本和拍摄现场照片(如需)。 
  • 每天开始和结束时完成员工状态“签到”和“签退”表单。 
  • 每天结束时在PISCES考勤系统中提交工作时间。

资格要求

必须具备的资格:

  • 高中毕业或同等教育背景/经验。 
    并且 
  • 驾驶执照。
优先/期望:
  • 有户外工作和长途驾驶经验。
  • 曾在WSDA害虫项目中担任农业助手的经验。 

补充信息

员工福利


  • 一个健康的工作/生活平衡,这 可能 提供灵活的工作时间安排和远程办公机会。
  • WSDA 提供的福利套餐优于传统福利,包括子女看护补助、灵活支出账户、公共服务贷款豁免、学费减免、递延报酬、员工表彰假期等。 点击此处 了解更多。
  • 12 天带薪 假期及年假与休假累积政策。
  • 所有个人防护装备(PPE)将由机构提供。 

如何申请


您必须完成 careers.wa.gov 的个人资料并回答附加问题。 


提交这些材料即表示您确认所有信息真实准确。州政府可能会核实信息。如有虚假或误导性信息,将导致您被移出申请池或被解雇。


如您在创建、访问或完成申请过程中遇到技术问题,请致电 NEOGOV 免费电话 (855) 524-5627 或发送电子邮件至 support@neogov.com


初筛将仅基于您 申请内容及提交的材料的完整性和内容。所有信息都可能被核实,可能需要提供相关文件。通过电子邮件收到的申请将不被接受,除非通过州政府在线招聘系统申请。


WSDA 使用 I-9 表格 (下载 PDF 阅读器)(下载 PDF 阅读器) 为确定雇佣资格和背景调查,一旦录用。此文件是个人被雇佣在美国工作的授权文件。申请人必须具备在美国工作的资格。 

WSDA 的公平就业


农业部认识到、赞赏、支持、拥抱并尊重我们在合作中所展现的所有文化身份和背景。我们聘请那些认同我们“公平就业反种族主义”(PEAR)战略计划、我们的“全民健康环境”(HEAL)法案实施计划,以及我们独特需求和渴望归属感、尊重和包容性的优秀人才。我们通过提供公平的资源和机会,促进团队成员的成长与发展,以实现持续学习、改进和晋升。


我们致力于招聘、培养和留住一支富有成效且敬业的员工队伍,以反映我们所服务的社区。我们承诺营造一个庆祝差异、支持平等就业机会和包容性的职场,无论种族、宗教、肤色、国籍、公民身份或移民状况、婚姻状况、有子女的家庭(包括怀孕、分娩或相关医疗状况)、性别、性取向、性别认同多样性、年龄、受保护退伍军人身份、荣誉退伍军人或现役军人身份、存在任何感官、精神或身体残疾、或残疾人使用导盲犬或服务动物,以及其他适用的受法律保护特征。我们还考虑有犯罪记录的合格申请人,这符合联邦、州和地方法律规定。


联系我们


如您对本职位或在线申请有任何疑问,请联系人力资源办公室 Recruitment@agr.wa.gov


在新任命进入农业部之前,将进行包括犯罪记录在内的背景调查。背景调查所得信息不一定妨碍雇佣,但将在评估申请人是否适合并有能力胜任该职位时予以考虑。 


人力资源部门可能会使用本次招聘的推荐信息,以在未来六个月内填补类似职位的空缺。


退伍军人优先权: 符合最低资格要求并希望申请退伍军人优先权的申请人必须附上其 DD214 复印件或其他军事服务证明。请遮盖任何个人身份信息,如社会安全号码。如需了解退伍军人优先权的更多信息以及如何确定您是否符合资格, 点击此处 

需要帮助完成申请或需要此公告的替代格式的残疾人,请致电 664-1960 或免费电话 (877) 664-1960。TTY 用户应首先致电 711 以使用华盛顿州中继服务。

如需了解华盛顿州农业部的更多信息,请访问我们的网站 www.agr.wa.gov

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Original Job Description

Description

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   AGRICULTURE - A Cornerstone of Washington's Economy

 

The Washington State Department of Agriculture has been serving the state for more than 100 years. Through service, regulation, and advocacy, we keep agriculture viable and vital in Washington State, while protecting consumers, public health, and the environment. We work extensively with farmers and ranchers, but our responsibilities – from ensuring food safety to environmental protection – touch the lives of millions of people locally, nationally, and abroad.


The agency includes 780 employees approximately and grows close to 1,000 employees at the peak of seasonal work. To learn more and view additional openings, please visit our Employment Page.





The Plant Protection Division supports the agriculture industry and protects the environment and consumers by protecting agriculture and the environment from insect, weed, and pathogen pests, supporting pollinator and soil health, and testing for proper weights and measures and pesticide use.

The Pest Program conducts surveys, diagnostics and control activities for pests and diseases of important agricultural commodities throughout Washington State. Pest Program employees conduct surveys for Spotted Lantefly, Japanese beetle, spongy moth, apple maggot, northern giant hornet, Phytophthora ramorum, Spartina and other invasive insect pests, diseases, and noxious weeds. Some employees work in the Plant Pest and Molecular Diagnostics Lab, or the Entomology labs in Olympia or Yakima to provide diagnostics of survey samples. Others assist with control and eradication efforts for Japanese beetle, spongy moth, invasive snails, northern giant hornet, Spartina and knotweed. Regardless of the threat, Pest program employees use cutting edge technology, scientific processes, and teamwork to protect some of Washingtons most valuable agricultural crops.

The Opportunity:

The Spotted Lanternfly Survey Trapper is responsible for assembling, deploying, monitoring, and removing up to 300 traps within assigned areas. In addition, the trapper will collect ant samples for environmental DNA analysis at potential spotted lanternfly honeydew sites and conduct visual surveys of tree-of-heaven and grape vineyards to monitor for spotted lanternfly presence. A state vehicle will be provided for survey activities, and the trapper is expected to operate the vehicle safely and in compliance with all applicable laws.

In addition, the trapper is responsible for the proper placement and maintenance of all traps within their assigned area, as well as fostering positive and professional interactions with the public. Some positions may require occasional overnight travel, with approved expenses for lodging and meals reimbursed.


Duration

The Spotted Lanternfly Survey Trapper position is a temporary position that is expected to last up to three months ending on September 30th. Trappers typically work Monday through Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Trapper's work based out of their home office which is close to or within their survey route. Each trapper will be assigned a route that is reasonably accessible from their home. The home address provided on the submitted application will be the default location for your home office. If you wish to be considered for other locations, you need to indicate on your application which area you are interested in working.

Important Notes:

WSDA is recruiting for a full-time non-permanent Agricultural Aide position within the Plant Protection Division. This position is located in Vancouver, Washington. This is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) Union.

The base pay offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the preferred candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The typical starting salary for this position is: Range 34, Step A $18.00 - Step L $23.14 hourly.

Duties

What to Expect

Some of the various responsibilities within this role include:

Conduct field operations for Spotted Lanternfly Survey and other invasive species survey programs

  • Operate an assigned agency-provided vehicle to install and inspect insect detection traps and collect plant tissue samples at required densities, following survey protocols and program deadlines within the assigned geographic area. Select trap sites to ensure effective placement and coverage. 
  • Communicate with Spotted Lanternfly Field Technologist instead, and other program staff. 
  • Record data points accurately with minimal margin of error. 
  • Monitor and maintain traps throughout the survey period. 
  • Install additional response traps as directed. 
  • Collect Ants off of Tree of Heaven for eDNA anyalsis. 
  • Conduct visual inspections of Tree of Heaven (walking around the tree, checking leaf canopy with a insect sweep net for any SLF life stage).
  • Remove all traps by the program deadline.
Effectively use technology to efficiently and acurately complete daily tasks
  • Use assigned technology and software applications to plan activities and navigate to survey sites. 
  • Collect accurate data, collect specimens and site photos when nessecary per protocol. 
  • Complete staff status "check in" and "check out" forms at the beginning and end of each day. 
  • Submit hours in PISCES timekeeping system at the end of each day.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Graduation from High School or GED or equivalent education/experience. 
    AND 
  • Driver's License.
Preferred/Desired:
  • Previous experience working outdoors and driving long distances.
  • Previous experience as an Agricultural Aide with the WSDA Pest Program. 

Supplemental Information

Employee Benefits


  • A healthy work/life balance, which may include flexible work schedules, and teleworking.
  • WSDA provides an excellent benefits package beyond traditional benefits. State employment offers Dependent Care Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Deferred Compensation, Employee Recognition Leave; click here for more information.
  • 12 paid Holidays & Vacation and Leave Accruals.
  • All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required will be provided by the agency. 

How to apply


You must complete your careers.wa.gov profile and answer the supplemental questions


By submitting these materials, you are indicating that all information is true and correct. The state may verify information. Any untruthful or misleading information is cause for removal from the applicant pool or dismissal if employed.


If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or email support@neogov.com.


The initial screening will be solely based on the contents and completeness of your application and the materials submitted. All information may be verified, and documentation may be required. Applications received via e-mail will not be accepted in lieu of applying through the state's on-line recruitment system.


WSDA uses a I-9 form (Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader) to determine Employment Eligibility and Verification, once hired. This document is the authorization of an individual’s ability to be hired for employment within the United States. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. 

Equity at WSDA


The Department of Agriculture recognizes, appreciates, supports, embraces, and respects all cultural identities and backgrounds while we collaborate in authentic ways. We hire amazing people that share in the commitment to our Pro-Equity Anti-Racist (PEAR) strategic plan, our Healthy Environment for All (HEAL) Act implementation plan, and our unique needs and desires for belonging, respect, and inclusion. We value the growth and development of our team members by providing equitable access to resources and opportunities for continuous learning, improvement, and advancement.


We strive to hire, cultivate, and retain a productive and dedicated workforce that reflects the communities we serve while we are committed to a workplace that celebrates our differences and supports equal opportunity employment and inclusion regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, marital status, families with children (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity diversity, age, status as a protected veteran, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as an individual with the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with disabilities or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.


Contact Us


Should you have any questions regarding this position or the online application, contact the Human Resource Office at Recruitment@agr.wa.gov.


Prior to a new appointment into the Department of Agriculture, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. 


The Human Resources Division may use referrals from this recruitment to help fill future similar vacancies for up to six months.


Veteran's Preference: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and wish to claim Veteran's Preference MUST attach a copy of their DD214, or other verification of military service. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For additional information on Veteran's Preference and guidance on how to determine if you are eligibleclick here. 

Persons with a disability, who need assistance with their application or need this announcement in an alternative format, may call 664-1960 or toll free (877) 664-1960. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.

For more information about the Washington State Department of Agriculture, visit us at www.agr.wa.gov.

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开始日期 6/5/2026 (五)
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