This is the advanced level of agricultural inspection work in the Department of Agriculture involving the independent application of a variety of complex technical standards. Employees perform the full range of inspections pertinent to pest survey and control.
Employees make determinations independently on controversial and borderline inspection findings.
Employees in this class may function as lead workers on special projects. Candidates appointed to positions in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland. Maryland Commercial Applicator's Certification is required. For some positions a medical examination may be given to rule out color blindness.