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Job Description
The Position
Bargaining Unit: Local 1 - Agricultural & Animal Control Unit
The Contra Costa County Department of Agriculture is recruiting to fill one (1) Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter Specialist - Project vacancy.
The Glassy - Winged Sharpshooter Specialist is distinguished from the Pest Detection Specialist class in that they are routinely involved in the inspection of nursery stock at wholesale and retail nursery establishments. They are distinguished from the Agricultural Biologist series in that they are not State licensed and do not inspect quarantine plants and goods.
Positions are seasonal and dependent on State contract funds.
Incumbents may be exposed to chemicals, plant/animal diseases or poison oak, chemical and agricultural odors, and various weather conditions and climate.
Full job description can be found on the Contra Costa County website under Human Resources.
Typical Tasks- Inspects nursery stock shipments for the presence of Glassy - Winged Sharpshooter life stages
- Identifies basic landscape plants that are hosts of Glassy-winged Sharpshooter
- Identifies specific target pests that are caught in detection traps
- Organizes daily stops in an efficient driving route
- Draws neat and accurate maps of trap locations
- Keeps legible records and prepares reports of work accomplished
- Deploys and services insect detection traps according to State guidelines
- Interacts with property owners and co-workers in a tactful and professional manner
- Operates assigned vehicles and works in a safe and courteous way
- Manages time efficiently to complete daily tasks
- Does other work as required
Minimum Qualifications
License Required: Possession of a Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's Licenses.
Education: Possession of a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or a high school proficiency certificate.
Selection Process
TO APPLY:
If you are interested in this position, submit an application online for consideration. Please feel free to contact Stephanna Hidalgo at (925) 608-6600 if you have any questions regarding this position.
CONVICTION HISTORY
After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
To find more information on Benefits offered by Contra Costa County, please go to https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/1343/Employee-Benefits
Closing Date/Time: 5/21/2025 12:00 AM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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Contra Costa County Human Resources Department
Show moreThe County of Contra Costa, California was incorporated in 1850 as one of the original 27 counties of the State of California, with the City of Martinez as the County Seat.
Contra Costa County is home to more than one million residents. Comprised of 19 cities and many established communities in the unincorporated area, it is the ninth most populous county in the state.
The most notable landmark in the county is Mount Diablo, rising 3,849 feet at the northern end of the Diablo Range. It is the centerpiece of Mt. Diablo State Park, one of many recreation areas residents and visitors can enjoy. The East Bay Regional Park District is comprised of more than 100,000 acres within 65 parks, including more than 1,200 miles of trails.
Our Mission: Contra Costa County is dedicated to providing public services which improve the quality of life of our residents and the economic viability of our businesses.
Our Vision: Contra Costa County is recognized as a world-class service organization where innovation and partnerships merge to enable our residents to enjoy a safe, healthy and prosperous life.
Our Values: Contra Costa County serves people, businesses and communities. Our organization and each one of our employees value:
- Clients and communities
- Accountability
- Partnerships
- Fiscal prudence
- Quality Services
- Organizational excellence
Featured Image by My Nguyen- Miller Knox Regional Shoreline (2019)
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