Work will be primary be performed in the following counties: Boyle, Garrard, Madison Jackson, Rockcastle, Lincoln, Laurel, Pulaski, Casey, Wayne, McCreary, Russell and Clinton be may have to assist in other areas statewide.
We would love to have you join our team at the Kentucky Department of Agriculture! Our department provides services and programs across the Commonwealth which benefit every Kentuckian each day. We have a deep sense of pride knowing that we are keeping our friends, family and neighbors safe and protecting their interests within the industries we regulate.
This position is located in the Office for Consumer and Environmental Protection, Division of Environmental Services.
The Agricultural Regulatory Specialist I job duties will include:
- Learns to perform basic inspections consisting of weed identification for the nuisance weed program using criteria set by the Division of Environmental Services per state and federal regulations. Performs spraying services for the Noxious Weed Spraying Program using a commercial sprayer and spraying approved chemicals on areas deemed to contain harmful weeds in order to eradicate them.
- Learns to perform basic inspections for black fly and mosquito populations for Department of Agriculture pest abatement programs by identifying areas with large numbers and using fogger in those areas to diminish them.
- Assists agribusinesses with chemical container collection and recycling in relation to state and federal requirements administered by the Department of Agriculture. Collect unwanted chemical containers from businesses who have agreed to host a collection site and send to the proper recycling center approved through the Department.
- Completes operational reports for the pest programs administered by the Department. Maintains spraying equipment and vehicle in good working order.
This position requires: good communication skills, working knowledge of general computer skills, ability to work and complete tasks independently, possess a valid driver’s license and may require overnight stays.
We offer a complete benefits package including health insurance, retirement, life insurance, paid holidays and accrual of sick or annual days each month and an optional deferred compensation plan.
We look forward to speaking with you about this important opportunity!
