TDA – RG 5 – Intern – Field Operations (60962)

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Job Description

INTERN – FIELD OPERATIONS

(Temporary Full-Time/40 hrs wk or Part-Time/20 hrs wk, June 9th through/up to August 8, 2025)

Salary Information: $2,550.00/MO (FT) and $1,275.00/MO (PT) – A07

State Classification: Clerk I – 0055

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Posting Number: 25-60962-1

Location: San Juan, TX

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online via CAPPS. Applicants applying in WIT must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions, go to CAPPS Recruit: CAPPS Recruit.

WHO ARE WE

The Texas Department of Agriculture’s key objectives are to promote production agriculture, consumer protection, economic development and healthy living.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Field Operations intern will assist in conducting a variety of agricultural inspections administered by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) to contribute to the enforcement of agriculture laws and regulations for consumer protection in the State of Texas. You will work under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in conducting a variety of inspections administered by TDA, which may include some or all of the following areas:

– inspect nursery plants, trees and shrubs for disease and insects;

– inspect nursery stock and agricultural commodities leaving or entering the state and issue phytosanitary certificates;

– inspect pesticide licensees to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations;

– monitor and enforce quarantines that may include the sweet potato weevil, fire ant, Japanese beetle, gypsy moth, etc.;

– draw samples of pesticides for official analyses;

– collect and remit fees to include licensing and late fees; and

– issue stop sales orders, notices of seizure inspections and certificates of inspections for quarantine compliance.

– monitor compliance with the Texas Right-to-Know Law and Federal Worker Protection Standards, which involves providing education to agricultural producers, farm laborers, schools, medical and other emergency staff regarding the effects of and treatment for improper pesticide use;

– conduct compliance inspections of pesticide dealers’ records of pesticide distribution;

– conduct pesticide use observations;

– collect and ship food commodity samples for the food safety program; and

– inspect a variety of records for structural pest control commercial and noncommercial businesses.

Complete accurate, detailed reports related to inspections, travel vouchers and mileage reports; complete various weekly and end-of-month reports.

Follow all TDA policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION:

Enrollment in a college, university, or graduate program or a recent graduate with a minimum grade point average of 3.0*.

Completion of at least 60 credit hours.*

Valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of office procedures; of spelling, punctuation, and grammar; and of business or program terminology, methods, and procedures.

Skill in the use of a computer and office equipment; and providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers.

Ability to prepare and maintain records, files, and reports; to transfer stock from one location to another; and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and exercise sound judgment and discretion.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Involves working outdoors and exposure to extremes in temperatures; extensive moving and remaining stationary; walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; safely lifting and/or carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds; operating heavy equipment/machinery; safely handling hazardous and/or flammable materials; and exposure to dust. Involves safely operating a state vehicle and driving for long distances; working extended hours and some evenings and weekends, as needed; and daily and overnight travel. May involve travel (up to 50%*), occasionally overnight.

H-1B Visa Sponsorship

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

BENEFITS

The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Full Time Employee Benefits include:

ü Retirement Plan

ü Paid Group Health & Life Insurance for employees

ü Paid Holidays

ü Paid Vacation Leave

ü Paid Sick Leave

ü Longevity Pay

ü Dental

ü Vision

ü Dependent Optional Life Insurance

ü Voluntary AD&D Insurance

ü Dependent Health & Life Insurance

ü Health & Dependent care flexible spending accounts

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. A skills exercise may be conducted at the time of the interview.

*Transcripts supporting educational requirements may also be requested.

Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Career Center, you may also check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and selecting My Submissions.

*A valid government-issued driver’s license, which is recognized by the Texas Department of Public Safety and in good standing, and an acceptable driving record are required. TDA will verify this information with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Applicants with a driver’s license not issued by the State of Texas should obtain and be prepared to provide a copy of their current driving record on or before their first day

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):TDA is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, military status, or protected activity. TDA provides accommodations for persons with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act. If you need help with the employment process or require other accommodations, please contact the Human Resources office for assistance at (512) 463-7423.

TDA participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Military and Former Foster Child Employment Preference: TDA complies with the provisions of the veterans and former foster child employment preference acts. Please contact our Human Resources-Veterans Liaison at (512) 463-7454 for assistance.

Go to https://texasskillstowork.com/, https://www.onetonline.org/, or http://www.careeronestop.org/ for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.

Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor’s Office at Administrative Support MOS Codes.