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(Organic Account Coordinator) Jody Prudhomme
(Record Specialist) Sandra Sjoberg (Financial Assistant) Janet Daninger (Documentation Specialist) Field Services Jim Boots (Manager, Special Services) Kris Folland (Field Supervisor) Brenda Rogers (Field Supervisor/Technical Lead) Foundation Seed Craig Thelander
(Seed Specialist)
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Field Inspector Position Announcement The Minnesota Crop Improvement Association (MCIA) is seeking applicants to fill field inspector positions. These positions are classified as part-time. Field inspections are performed at specified stages of crop maturity in the summer and fall. MCIA offers flexible working hours depending on the applicant's schedule. The availability of field inspection positions varies throughout Minnesota - most available positions are located in the major agricultural crop production areas of the state. For additional information, please call the phone number listed below. TITLE: Field Inspector POSITION OPEN: July to early August and from early September to early October. Flexible working hours can be arranged to fit the applicant's schedule. LOCATION: Positions available throughout the major agricultural crop production areas of Minnesota. MAIN FUNCTION: To inspect crop production fields enrolled in MCIA programs. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Inspect crops to verify that fields meet specified standards for varietal purity, isolation, weeds and other crops to ensure that the crop produced will be suitable for stated purposes. Communicate inspection results through clear, concise written reports. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum - High school graduate desired. Knowledge of crop production and the ability to identify weeds is desirable. Persons in these positions must be detail oriented and have the ability to communicate their findings through concise written reports. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle insurance and a satisfactory driving record. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Persons in these positions must have good eyesight (with or without corrective lenses) and be able to do a significant amount of walking in order to accurately determine the condition of fields. WAGES/BENEFITS: MCIA offers competitive hourly wages (including overtime) commensurate with background, education and experience. MCIA will provide training and supervision for all inspectors. Inspectors must provide their own vehicle and will be reimbursed for mileage, postage, phone and meal expenses while on the job. TO APPLY: Call MCIA at 800/510-6242 or download an application form here. back to top |
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