Agriculture Program Specialist - Invasive Species

Agriculture Program Specialist - Invasive Species at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Pocatello, Idaho, United States Job Description "Serving consumers and agriculture by safeguarding the public, plants, animals and the environment through promotion, education and regulation." The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is currently recruiting for an Agriculture Program Specialist - Invasive Species in the Plant Industries division, located in Pocatello, ID. Apply today!

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

+ Primary area of focus is on the Invasive Species program, with additional duties in the Noxious Weeds program, depending on workload demands + Plan, implement, evaluate, and coordinate Invasive Species program activities for assigned region + Oversee program activities and temporary seasonal work crew as assigned + Manage agency operated watercraft inspection stations and oversee contract watercraft inspection stations, including troubleshooting and training + Perform watercraft inspections for invasive species, operate equipment to perform decontamination of invasive species fouled watercraft + Ensure compliance with applicable legal requirements. Ability to communicate effects of changes in laws, rules, and regulations + Use knowledge of GIS mapping and data collection to measure project effectiveness + Assist with statewide mapping and data coordination program for use in tracking, evaluating, and reviewing the effectiveness of programs + Conduct invasive species survey (aquatic and terrestrial invasive species) + Manage, maintain, and distribute program equipment + Compile and analyze data and information to identify program and service needs and available resources + Primary contact for the invasive species program with clients outside the agency in the assigned area + Provide consultation on problem identification and resolution + Respond to inquiries + Assess training needs and develop and present training programs for service providers and clients + Perform other duties as assigned + Responsible for ensuring all financial transactions related to your position, and those of your direct reports if applicable, are processed timely, accurately, and in accordance with ISDA's policies and procedures. + Maintain and submit appropriate documentation to Fiscal to support the purpose of and to validate all transactions, obtain required approvals, and seek prior advice and approval for non-routine transactions that are not easily defined within the ISDA's policies and procedures. + A cell phone with an Idaho area code, furnished by the employee, is required for this position and is

Job Posting:

JC291806296

Posted On:

May 15, 2026

Updated On:

May 15, 2026