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Initial Posting Date: 11/21/2025 Application Deadline: 12/07/2025 Agency: Department of Agriculture Salary Range: $5,325 - $8,148 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Natural Resource Specialist 3 (Pesticide Registration Specialist) Job Description: The Oregon Department of Agriculture is seeking a Natural Resource Specialist 3 – Pesticide Registration Specialist to help support the Pesticides Program. If you want to support Oregon agriculture and make a difference, apply today.   What you’ll be doing As the Natural Resource Specialist 3 (Pesticide Registration Specialist) you will work to ensure the labels of pesticide products are compliant with state and federal laws and regulations as a condition for sale and distributed of those products within Oregon.   You will provide pesticide label interpretation support to internal staff and pesticide users to ensure pesticides are used in accordance with the label.   You will interact with, and provide excellent customer service to staff of federal, state, and local agencies, as well as with pesticide users and pesticide registrants.  You may also participate in the development of educational materials using a variety of media and in collaboration with internal and external partners.  Flexibility to work a hybrid schedule with remote work opportunities and in-office work, as needed, may be available, but will report to the Salem ODA office.  Click here to view a full description of this position. What we’re looking for: Three years of experience in natural resources. At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities; AND a Bachelor's degree in a Natural Resource related education.   OR a total of six years of related (pertinent) experience.  NOTE: A Master's degree in a Natural Resource related education will substitute for up to one year of the required experience. A Doctorate degree in a Natural Resource related education will substitute for up to two years of the required experience.  Must have a current and valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.  Requested Skills:   Beyond the minimum qualifications listed above we’re also looking for the following knowledge, skills, and abilities in applicants. You do not need to have all qualities listed below to qualify. Please ensure the skills you do have are listed in your application.  Excellent attention to detail  Ability to remain objective and analyze a problem from multiple angles before reaching a conclusion.   Great communication skills including verbal communication with both technical and non-technical customers.  Ability to build relationships with customers and partners through intentional engagement.  Focus on providing excellent service to both internal and external customers.  Dedication to professionalism   Projected Recruitment Timeline Recruitment Closes: December 7, 2025 1st Round of Interviews: December 14, 2025 2nd Round of Interviews: December 22, 2025 *These dates are approximate and may change. * ** We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may not meet every one of our listed preferred qualifications. Lived experience may count towards the requested skills. If you are excited about this position, we encourage you to apply. If you are unsure as to whether you meet the minimum qualifications of this position, please contact our human resources department to discuss your application. How to apply: Required: Attach a cover letter and a resume to your application. Show us how you meet the qualifications and requested skills in your application. Applications without both requested documents attached will not move forward in the recruitment process. Upon submitting your application, please be sure to check your account for pending questions and tasks such as declaring Veterans' Points and attaching supporting Current state employees – please apply through your employee Workday account. What’s in it for you? The opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same! We offer a competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical, vision, and dental benefits for employees and their qualified family members, as well as paid sick leave, vacation leave, personal leave, and, 11 paid holidays a year. In addition, we offer membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), deferred compensation, and the opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). Additional Information: Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. The required application materials submitted at the time of application will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies. The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details, or you may visit our website for information on Pay Equity. United States Employment Eligibility: The Oregon Department of Agriculture does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. The Oregon Employment Department is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate, you must present your I-9 acceptable documents (See page 3) for employment verification. Questions/Need Help? If you have questions about the recruitment or need accommodation for the recruitment process, don't hesitate to get in touch with the recruiter at oda.recruitment@oda.oregon.gov or call 503-986-4584. 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