Plant Protection and Quarantine Officer (Plant Health Safeguarding Specialist)

The duties described are for the full-performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity. The duties may include, but are not limited to: Plans, coordinates, and conducts all aspects of operational activities including special programs, newly emerging programs or operational functions with cooperators, other government entities, industries, private citizens and other stakeholders. Serves as accredited certifying official regarding export certification. Performs inspections using various detection tools, regulation and clearance of propagative plant material, plant products and identification at Plant Inspection Stations and/or other facilities. Plans, conducts and/or monitors various treatments and remedial measures such as disinfection, sterilization, fumigation, cold treatment, hot water treatment, irradiation of regulated articles for plant and animal pests and diseases. Monitors and en