Agriculture Water Quality Specialist II

The Agency of Agriculture is seeking an Ag Water Quality Specialists who will perform water quality inspections on farms to ensure regulatory compliance. Candidates must have environment and agricultural knowledge and be skilled in writing mapping and database use. SharePoint skills also a plus.

As of July 12 2026 the step 1 rate for pay grade 24 will be $29.73 per hour and the step 15 rate will be $46.49 per hour.

This position Agriculture Water Quality Specialist II (Job Requisition #55057) is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.

Level I: 54958

Level II: 55057

Level III: 55058

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Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Duties are performed in both an office setting and in the field. Duties in the field may include walking along stream banks and in agricultural fields where one might encounter livestock. Field work may require carrying of heavy equipment while traversing rough terrain and bodies of water in all weather conditions. Incumbent must have private means of transportation for completion of field assignments on a timely basis. Travel statewide is required. Some work outside of regular working hours including attendance at public meetings may be required. Work will often be performed in a dynamic and engaging committee-style forum where strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.

Bachelors degree in agriculture environmental conservation or a related field.

OR

Associates degree in agriculture environmental conservation or a related field AND two (2) years or more of experience in agriculture environmental conservation or a related field.

OR

High school diploma or equivalent AND four (4) years or more of experience in agriculture environmental conservation or a related field.

OR

Two (2) years as a Water Quality Specialist I.

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity but its more than a paycheck. The States total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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