Agriculture Services Inspector ; Shipping Point

Position

Agriculture Services Inspector 1 (Shipping Point) – Seasonal Part-Time Position located in Hermiston, Oregon.

The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) is seeking an Agriculture Services Inspector 1 to work in the Hermiston Shipping Point Inspection district. The role supports the department’s mission to safeguard Oregon’s agriculture, natural resources, economies, and communities through assistance, compliance, and market support. Responsibilities include shipping point inspections, sample collection, and field inspections related to the export of Oregon agricultural commodities.

• Conduct shipping point inspections, phytosanitary inspections, and official sampling/witnessing.
• Provide verification and certification services for Oregon commodities prior to shipment.
• Issue phytosanitary certificates to support export of Oregon agriculture commodities.
• Assist customers in moving agricultural products to markets.
• Perform field inspections, sample processing, and surveys for exotic insects or pathogens as needed.
• Support other Agriculture Services Division or agency activities.

• One season of experience as a shipping point inspector aide.
• OR one year of experience in a commercial fruit or vegetable growing, grading, or marketing enterprise.
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to regularly lift 50–60 lbs.

• General knowledge of Oregon agriculture and inspection processes.
• Basic arithmetic skills.
• Accurate written record keeping of inspection activities and fee collections.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Competitive health and benefits package (medical, vision, dental).
• Paid holidays and personal business leave.
• Paid and accrued vacation and sick leave.
• Optional benefits: basic life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, deferred compensation savings program, flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare.

The Oregon Department of Agriculture does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants must complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Form I‑9 and present acceptable documents for employment verification. The Oregon Employment Department is an E‑Verify employer. Oregon State is an equal‑opportunity employer and provides employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or veteran status.