Shipping Point Inspector 1
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Job Location:
Hermiston, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 3429 - 4622
Posted on:
20 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Initial Posting Date:
01/26/2026Application Deadline:
02/03/2026Agency:
Department of AgricultureSalary Range:
$3429 - $4622Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Shipping Point Inspector 1Job Description:
The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) is currently recruiting for a Shipping Point Inspector 1 position within the Agriculture Services Division. This position supports the departments mission to safeguard Oregons agriculture natural resources working lands economies and communities through assistance compliance and market support.
Oregon Department of Agriculture Who we are:
At the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) employees work with a dynamic and supportive team of mission-focused individuals tasked with ensuring healthy natural resources environment and economy for Oregonians now and in the future through inspection and certification regulation and promotion of agriculture and food. Diversity Equity and Inclusion are embedded in the Department of Agriculture core values. Employees at all levels of the agency work together to foster fairness equity inclusion and belonging. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity equity and inclusion. Learn more about what we do here
What youll be doing:
As a Shipping Point Inspector 1 you will be part of the Agriculture Services Division a group of programs that work together statewide to assist Oregons agriculture producers to successfully sell and ship products worldwide. The Shipping Point Inspection (SPI) Program provides a variety of services for the inspection verification and certification of Oregon commodities prior to their shipment into US and world commerce channels. These include impartial third-party inspection of product to determine grades of fruits nuts and vegetables and implementation of alternative inspection programs where ODA staff collaborate with customers to provide inspections. SPI program staff provide inspections and issue phytosanitary certificates to support export of Oregon agriculture commodities.
In this position you will provide shipping point inspections phytosanitary inspections official sampling and witnessing and other services to assist customers in moving agricultural products. As needed this position may also conduct other Agriculture Services Division or agency activities including field inspections sample processing surveys for exotic insects or pathogens and other duties as assigned. This position is located in the Hermiston Shipping Point District based out of Milton-Freewater OR.
The Shipping Point Inspector 1 is a seasonal part-time position located in Milton-Freewater Oregon.
This position will receive a 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) which is not reflected in the salary listed in this posting. The increase will be effective February 1 2026 and will be reflected in paychecks beginning March 1 2026.
What were looking for
To Qualify for the Position You Need:
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 drivers license and an acceptable driving record.
To live within 30 miles of Milton-Freewater OR.
Ability to regularly lift objects 50 60 lbs.
Requested Skills:
General knowledge of Oregon agriculture and inspection processes.
Basic knowledge of arithmetic (addition subtraction multiplication division)
Ability to keep accurate written records of inspection activities and fee collections.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing with a variety of people to obtain or provide information.
Projected Recruitment Timeline
Recruitment Closes: February 3 2026
1st Round of Interviews: Week of February 9 2026
2nd Round of Interviews: TBD
Anticipated Start Date: February 17 2026
*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:
Resume Required. Show us how you meet the qualifications and requested skills in your application. If you do not currently live in the Milton-Freewater OR area please indicate your willingness to relocate or your application will not be considered. Applications without the requested document 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.
Whats in it for you
The State of Oregon offers a competitive and affordable health and benefits package including excellent medical vision and dental coverage paid holidays off and personal business leave as well as paid and accrued vacation leave and sick addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave the state also provides additional optional benefits such as basic life insurance short-term disability long-term disability deferred compensation savings program and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses. More information is available from the Public Employees Benefit Board.
Additional Information:
Current state employees please apply through your employee Workday account.
Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017 a pay equity analysis will be conducted to determine what pay step the successful candidate will be offered. The analysis will be based on the relevant experience education training and certifications documented in the application materials. On average candidates new to state service will most likely be offered compensation in the lower to mid-level of the salary range.
Please review theClassification and Compensationpage for more details on the classification or you may visit our website for information on the job offer process followingpay equity.Prior to making a job offer an internal pay equity assessment will be completed. The successful candidates professional experience and education will be compared to the state employee workforce performing work of a comparable character to determine appropriate placement in the salary range.Candidates new to state service typically receive a salary within the first half of the salary range.
NOTE:Please ensure youve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. Your application materials will be used to determine salary based on a pay equity assessment. For further information please visit thePay Equity Projecthomepage.
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 Securitys 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 an accommodation for the recruitment process please email to: or call .
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Data Entry
- Forklift
- Basic Math
- Computer Skills
- Math
- Warehouse Experience
- Warehouse Distribution Experience
- Computer Literacy
- Warehouse Management System
- Heavy Lifting
About Company
The Department of Administrative Services is the central administrative agency of Oregon’s Executive Branch. Our mission is to support state government to serve the people of Oregon. By providing reliable service, accurate information and creative solutions, we strive to set the ...
