INTERN – FIELD OPERATIONS
(Temporary Full-Time/40 hrs wk or Part-Time/20 hrs wk; estimated start date June 8, 2026 – Up to December 31, 2026)
Salary Information:A07, $2,550.00/MO (FT) and $1,275.00/MO (PT)
State Classification:Clerk I - 0055
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Posting Number:26-60978-1*
Location:San Antonio, TX
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online via CAPPSApplicants applying through Work In Texas (WIT) will be required to complete additional supplemental questions, optionally provide EEO information including how you heard about the job, and provide an electronic signature in the CAPPS Career Section to be considered for the position.
WHO ARE WE
The Texas Department of Agriculture’s key objectives are to promote production agriculture, consumer protection, economic development and healthy living.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
The Field Operations Intern will a ssist in conducting a variety of agricultural inspections administered by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) and develop and/or disseminate education and outreach to contribute to the enforcement of agriculture laws and regulations for consumer protection in the State of Texas. You will work under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in conducting a variety of inspections administered by TDA, which may include some or all of the following areas:
-Conduct survey for pests in pastures and fields;
-inspect agricultural shipments at road station inspections locations for pests and diseases and enforce quarantine requirements;
-inspect nursery plants, trees and shrubs for disease and insects;
-inspect nursery stock and agricultural commodities leaving or entering the state and issue phytosanitary certificates;
-inspect pesticide licensees to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations;
-monitor and enforce quarantines that may include the sweet potato weevil, fire ant, Japanese beetle, gypsy moth, etc.;
-draw samples of pesticides for official analyses;
-collect and remit fees to include licensing and late fees; and
-issue stop sales orders, notices of seizure inspections and certificates of inspections for quarantine compliance.
-monitor compliance with the Texas Right-to-Know Law and Federal Worker Protection Standards, which involves providing education to agricultural producers, farm laborers, schools, medical and other emergency staff regarding the effects of and treatment for improper pesticide use;
-conduct compliance inspections of pesticide dealers’ records of pesticide distribution;
-conduct pesticide use observations;
-collect and ship food commodity samples for the food safety program; and
-inspect a variety of records for structural pest control commercial and noncommercial businesses.
Complete accurate, detailed reports related to inspections, travel vouchers and mileage reports; complete various weekly and end-of-month reports.
Follow all TDA policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION (To be considered for the position, applicants must submit a State of Texas Application through CAPPS or WIT – experience listed on the application and/or resume must state how each of the following qualifications are met).
Enrollment in a college, university, or graduate program or a recent graduate with a minimum grade point average of 3.0*.
Completion of at least 30 credit hours.*
Required to travel up to 75% of the work period in the assigned area.
Valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
PREFERRED
Enrollment in a college, university, or graduate program or a recent graduate with coursework in Agriculture or related.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Skill in the use of a computer and office equipment; and providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers
Ability to prepare and maintain records, files, and reports; to transfer stock from one location to another; and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and exercise sound judgment and discretion.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
Requires working outdoors and exposure to extremes in temperatures (including high-low temperature changes and variable climatic conditions such as rain, fog, dust, fumes, gases, and odors); extensive moving and remaining stationary; walking; standing; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; safely lifting and/or carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds; slippery and uneven walking surfaces operating heavy equipment/machinery; safely handling hazardous and/or flammable materials; exposure to live insects and animals; and exposure to dust. Requires wearing protective clothing and safety equipment, including a half-face respirator when necessary. Involves safely operating a TDA vehicle and driving for long distances. May involve travel (up to 75%*), occasionally overnight.
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
BENEFITS
The State of Texas offers a variety of benefits for you and your family that are comprehensive and, on average, make up about one-third of total compensation. Benefits include:
üRetirement Plan
üPaid Group Health & Life Insurance for employees
üPaid Holidays
üPaid Vacation Leave
üPaid Sick Leave
üLongevity Pay
üDental
üVision
üDependent Optional Life Insurance
üVoluntary AD&D Insurance
üDependent Health & Life Insurance
üHealth & Dependent care flexible spending accounts
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. A skills exercise may be conducted at the time of the interview.
Due to the high volume of applications, we do not accept telephone calls. If you submitted your application through the CAPPS Careers Section, you may check the status of your application by accessing your profile and selecting My Jobpage and then selecting My Submissions. To be considered for the position, applicants must complete additional supplemental questions, optionally provide EEO information including how you heard about the job, and provide an electronic signature in the CAPPS Career Section.
*A valid government-issued driver’s license, which is recognized by the Texas Department of Public Safety and in good standing, and an acceptable driving record are required. TDA will verify this information with the Texas Department of Public Safety. Applicants with a driver’s license not issued by the State of Texas should obtain and be prepared to provide a copy of their current driving record on or before their first day
Background Checks: A criminal conviction records check is required for applicants who are selected for a position.
**Foreign Credentials: upload an evaluation of your coursework if you have obtained a degree(s) from a school outside of the United States; otherwise, we cannot give you credit for your degree. Some organizations that provide evaluation services are:
Foreign Credential Services of America
1910 Justin Lane, Austin, TX 78757-2411
Phone: 512-459-8428
SpanTran: The Evaluation Company
2400 Augusta Drive, Suite 451 Houston, TX 77057
Phone: 713-266-8805
Global Credential Evaluators, Inc.
P.O. Box 9203 College Station, TX 77842
Phone: 512-528-0908
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):TDA is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, military status, or protected activity.
Reasonable Accommodations: If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview or an HR representative at 512-463-7423. Whenever possible, please give the hiring or HR representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request.
TDA participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Go to https://texasskillstowork.com/, https://www.onetonline.org/, or http://www.careeronestop.org/ for assistance in translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements, and skill sets.
Additional Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) Code or Crosswalk information is available from the Texas State Auditor’s Office atCompliance, Inspection and Investigation MOS Codes.
*This position will fill position numbers 60978 and 64124
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is the environmental agency for the state. We have approximately 2,800 employees, located in our central office in Austin and 16 regional offices around Texas.
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality strives to protect our state's human and natural resources consistent with sustainable economic development. Our goal is clean air, clean water, and the safe management of waste.
To accomplish our mission, we will:
base decisions on the law, common sense, good science, and fiscal responsibility;
ensure that regulations are necessary, effective, and current;
apply regulations clearly and consistently;
ensure consistent, just, and timely enforcement when environmental laws are violated;
ensure meaningful public participation in the decision-making process;
promote and foster voluntary compliance with environmental laws and provide flexibility in achieving environmental goals; and
hire, develop, and retain a high-quality, diverse workforce.
View Agency Opportunities:
https://www.tceq.texas.gov/jobs
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EEO Commitment: The TCEQ is an equal opportunity employer. The agency does not allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation or veteran status.
