Who We Are:

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.   Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees are vital in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources mission is to cultivate a robust and equitable agricultural economy, promote a safe and resilient food system, and preserve a healthy environment for Massachusetts farmers, animals, and consumers.

A cover letter referencing the correct position must be submitted as part of the application process and attached “as relevant” to the requisition.

Job Opening:
The Department of Agricultural Resources seeks applicants for a Program Coordinator III to perform the following duties:

The Division of Crop and Pest Services is responsible for the regulation and enforcement of laws designed to ensure the protection of the environment and agricultural crops in Massachusetts. This is performed through diligent inspection, examination, licensing, registration, quarantine, and enforcement of laws, regulations, and orders. Through the different programs within the Division, the licensing, registration, laws, and regulations are specifically designed to protect agricultural commodities from invasive species, pests, and diseases, the honeybee population from pests and diseases, and the public health and environment from pesticides.

The Plant Industries Program staff supports multiple programs based on seasonal or workload needs, including nursery inspections/licenses, fertilizer programs, and protection from invasive species. The position of Chief Inspector will oversee the program and staff to ensure the goals and objectives of the Department and program are met.

Responsibilities include:

Stand in as the Plant Industries Program lead when the Director is not available or on leave. Develop policies and regulations relative to invasive species, fertilizer, nursery or other relevant topics.Conduct and participate in stakeholder meetings when necessary.Provide input on the activities that the program must conduct to obtain federal grant funding.Respond to public and specialized inquiries pertaining to enforcement issues and problems.Provide guidance and expertise to other agency and bureau programs.Coordinate and work with USDA, APHIS regarding any federal issues.Supervise and monitor the activities of InspectorsDetermines work priorities/goals of the unit for inspectors and program. Communicates these priorities/goals to the inspectors.Supervise progress on these established priorities and assist in meeting the goals.Assign work as needed to inspectors and themselves.Assures that inspectors' reports are complete, concise, and accurate with their inspections and investigations.Determines data collection methods, updates, and trains inspectors on new SOPs regarding inspections and investigations.Develops new operating procedures to keep current with federal and state compliance and enforcement strategies and expectations.Assumes supervisor responsibility for technical training as well as employee performance and administrative compliance such as time and attendance, conduct, and support.Assure that inspectors are completing tasks as assigned.Assist the Director in the development of regulation, legislation, or policy.Reports information to USDA and the Director of Crop and Pest Services Division.Develop an annual report outlining the program's accomplishments.Conduct InspectionsInspect nurseries for pests, diseases, and invasive plants and to ensure certification. Perform CAPS surveys.Performs trace forwards and trace backs for invasive plants. Responsible for plant quarantine sites, ribes control area permits and houseplant inspections.Perform both Federal and State phytosanitary inspections that are required for businesses to sell and transport their nursery products both throughout the United States and globally.Sample fertilizer products for Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potash to ensure the contents of the bag match up with the label guarantee on the bag.Follow up on invasive pest reports

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to identify diseases, insects, and plants of agricultural crops and horticultural plants.Familiarity in utilizing the USDA-PCIT database in issuing phytosanitary certificates.Ability to accurately interpret export regulations enforced by other countries and states.
Minimum Entrance Requirements1-2 years experience working in the agricultural fieldIdentification of tree and plant species native to Massachusetts and sold in the Nursery Industry.Knowledge utilizing Word, Excel, and Office.

Who We Are:

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.   Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees are vital in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources mission is to cultivate a robust and equitable agricultural economy, promote a safe and resilient food system, and preserve a healthy environment for Massachusetts farmers, animals, and consumers.

A cover letter referencing the correct position must be submitted as part of the application process and attached “as relevant” to the requisition.

Job Opening:
The Department of Agricultural Resources seeks applicants for a Program Coordinator III to perform the following duties:

The Division of Crop and Pest Services is responsible for the regulation and enforcement of laws designed to ensure the protection of the environment and agricultural crops in Massachusetts. This is performed through diligent inspection, examination, licensing, registration, quarantine, and enforcement of laws, regulations, and orders. Through the different programs within the Division, the licensing, registration, laws, and regulations are specifically designed to protect agricultural commodities from invasive species, pests, and diseases, the honeybee population from pests and diseases, and the public health and environment from pesticides.

The Plant Industries Program staff supports multiple programs based on seasonal or workload needs, including nursery inspections/licenses, fertilizer programs, and protection from invasive species. The position of Chief Inspector will oversee the program and staff to ensure the goals and objectives of the Department and program are met.

Responsibilities include:

Stand in as the Plant Industries Program lead when the Director is not available or on leave. Develop policies and regulations relative to invasive species, fertilizer, nursery or other relevant topics.Conduct and participate in stakeholder meetings when necessary.Provide input on the activities that the program must conduct to obtain federal grant funding.Respond to public and specialized inquiries pertaining to enforcement issues and problems.Provide guidance and expertise to other agency and bureau programs.Coordinate and work with USDA, APHIS regarding any federal issues.Supervise and monitor the activities of InspectorsDetermines work priorities/goals of the unit for inspectors and program. Communicates these priorities/goals to the inspectors.Supervise progress on these established priorities and assist in meeting the goals.Assign work as needed to inspectors and themselves.Assures that inspectors' reports are complete, concise, and accurate with their inspections and investigations.Determines data collection methods, updates, and trains inspectors on new SOPs regarding inspections and investigations.Develops new operating procedures to keep current with federal and state compliance and enforcement strategies and expectations.Assumes supervisor responsibility for technical training as well as employee performance and administrative compliance such as time and attendance, conduct, and support.Assure that inspectors are completing tasks as assigned.Assist the Director in the development of regulation, legislation, or policy.Reports information to USDA and the Director of Crop and Pest Services Division.Develop an annual report outlining the program's accomplishments.Conduct InspectionsInspect nurseries for pests, diseases, and invasive plants and to ensure certification. Perform CAPS surveys.Performs trace forwards and trace backs for invasive plants. Responsible for plant quarantine sites, ribes control area permits and houseplant inspections.Perform both Federal and State phytosanitary inspections that are required for businesses to sell and transport their nursery products both throughout the United States and globally.Sample fertilizer products for Nitrogen, Phosphorus and Potash to ensure the contents of the bag match up with the label guarantee on the bag.Follow up on invasive pest reports

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to identify diseases, insects, and plants of agricultural crops and horticultural plants.Familiarity in utilizing the USDA-PCIT database in issuing phytosanitary certificates.Ability to accurately interpret export regulations enforced by other countries and states.
Minimum Entrance Requirements1-2 years experience working in the agricultural fieldIdentification of tree and plant species native to Massachusetts and sold in the Nursery Industry.Knowledge utilizing Word, Excel, and Office.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional, administrative or managerial experience in business administration, business management or public administration the major duties of which involved program management, program administration, program coordination, program planning and/or program analysis, and (B) of which at least one year must have been in a supervisory capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. A Bachelor's degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.

II. A Graduate degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of three years of the required (A) experience.

III. A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major other than in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.

Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

NOTE: No substitutions will be permitted for the required (B) experience.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Want the specifics?Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional, administrative or managerial experience in business administration, business management or public administration the major duties of which involved program management, program administration, program coordination, program planning and/or program analysis, and (B) of which at least one year must have been in a supervisory capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. A Bachelor's degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.

II. A Graduate degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of three years of the required (A) experience.

III. A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major other than in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.

Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

NOTE: No substitutions will be permitted for the required (B) experience.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Want the specifics?Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.