Agriculture Services Inspector ; Shipping Point

Position Overview

The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) is recruiting for an Agriculture Services Inspector 1 position in the Hood River, Oregon Shipping Point Inspection district. This seasonal, part‑time role will provide agricultural inspections, sample collection, and field inspections to support the local agricultural community.

• Provide shipping point inspections and phytosanitary inspections.
• Conduct official sampling and witnessing.
• Support export of Oregon agricultural commodities by issuing phytosanitary certificates.
• Perform field inspections, sample processing, surveys for exotic insects or pathogens, and other duties as assigned.

• One season of experience as a shipping point inspector aide.
• One year of experience in a commercial fruit or vegetable growing, grading, or marketing enterprise.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to live within 30 miles of Milton‑Freewater, OR.
• Ability to regularly lift 50–60 lbs.

• General knowledge of Oregon agriculture and inspection.
• Basic arithmetic skills.
• Accurate written record keeping of inspection activities and fee collections.
• Effective oral and written communication with a variety of stakeholders.

• Recruitment closes:
  May 31, 2026.
• 1st round of interviews:
  Week of June 8, 2026.
• 2nd round of interviews: TBD.
• Anticipated start date:
  July 1, 2026.

• Resume required and indicate willingness to relocate if not currently living in the Milton‑Freewater area.
• Current state employees should apply through the employee Workday account.

The State of Oregon offers a competitive health and benefits package, including medical, vision, and dental coverage; paid holidays; personal business leave; paid and accrued vacation and sick leave; optional benefits such as life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, deferred compensation, and flexible spending accounts.

• Pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine pay step.
• Classification and compensation details available on the ODA website.
• United States Employment Eligibility:
  The ODA does not offer visa sponsorship. All applicants must complete Form I‑9 within three days of hire.

For questions about the recruitment or accommodations, email oda.recruitmentgon.gov or call 503‑986‑4584.