Apply in person to be a PLANT PROTECTION TECHNICIAN with the USDA: Thurs, Mar 11 - Worcester MA

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INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR A PLANT PROTECTION TECHNICIAN POSITION WITH THE USDA.

JOB SUMMARY:

You can make a difference!  The U.S. Department of Agriculture's

(USDA) Marketing and Regulatory Programs (MRP) needs bright,

energetic and committed professionals to facilitate the domestic and

international marketing of U.S. agricultural products and to protect

the health and care of animals and plants in the United States.  MRP

offers an array of occupations and is committed to diversity in the

workplace.  We operate in domestic and global markets. Be part of an

organization that protects the health and agriculture of the

American people.  Join our team!

About the position

The incumbent is the primary liaison for the Agency on operational

activities in Worcester, MA, and works with state officials, other

agencies, colleges and universities and other interested in

activities affected by Agency plant quarantine programs.  The

incumbent performs a variety of specialized duties that provide a

comprehensive approach to biosecurity minimizing the risk of

biological and economic damage caused by exotic, non-native plant

and animal organisms to agriculture, natural resources and U.S.

trade initiatives involving overall plant health activities.  The

successful accomplishment of these duties is critical to preventing

or reducing potential biological, agricultural, economic and

environmental losses.  The duties and functions performed by the

incumbent are vital to the mission of Animal and Plant Health

Inspection Service (APHIS), Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ)

and its programs to safeguard U.S. agriculture and natural

resources.  The major duties include exclusion, complex treatments,

export activities, permitting and compliance and pest detection

activities.  The work is conducted at Plant Inspection Stations,

International Ports of Entry and other geographical areas within the

United States.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS FOR THE GRADE 5 LEVEL:

 A.  Degree:  Applicants must have completed 4 years of college with

a degree or coursework equivalent to a major (24 semester hours) in

biological sciences, agriculture, or a closely related discipline

appropriate to the position.  Transcripts required.

 The position is located in the area office of Plant Protection and

Quarantine (PPQ) in Worcester, Massachusetts.  The incumbent is

assigned a geographic area for which they have responsibility for

helping PPQ Officers with the planning, coordinating and directing

the survey, control, and regulatory functions for PPQ programs,

including biocontrol and biotechnology activities.

There is no formal application process before Thurs.  However, you will
need to meet the minimum qualifications listed, bring your transcripts,
(I would also suggest your resume and any other relevant paperwork, ie.
Veteran, disability, etc.) and come to the Worcester Career Center (44
Front St. 6th floor) between 1:30-4pm on Thursday, March 11th.  Good
luck.  Amy