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Entry Level Plant Protection Officer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

NY · On-site

$40K/yr

If selected, you provide support to Plant Protection and Quarantine Officers with surveys; control measures; biocontrol and biotechnology activities; and export of regulated agricultural commodities ...

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

NY · On-site

$40K/yr

If selected, you provide support to Plant Protection and Quarantine Officers with surveys; control measures; biocontrol and biotechnology activities; and export of regulated agricultural commodities ...

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How much do entry level plant protection officer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level plant protection officer in the United States is $58,511.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,500.00 and $72,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Plant Protection Officer vs Plant Pest Inspector?

AspectEntry Level Plant Protection OfficerPlant Pest Inspector
Required CredentialsDegree in Agriculture, Plant Science, or related field; certification in pest management often preferredSimilar credentials; often requires certification in pest identification and control
Work EnvironmentField inspections, laboratory work, and regulatory compliance activitiesPrimarily field inspections and sample collection at agricultural sites
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies, agricultural departments, environmental agenciesState and federal agricultural departments, pest control agencies

Both roles involve inspecting plants for pests and ensuring compliance with regulations. The Entry Level Plant Protection Officer typically has broader responsibilities, including policy enforcement and coordination, while the Plant Pest Inspector focuses mainly on pest identification and sample collection. Both positions require similar credentials and work environments, making them closely related in the plant protection industry.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Plant Protection Officer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 70% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 29% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,511 per year, or $28.1 per hour.

Plant Protection Technician

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

NY • On-site

$40K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

USDA Forest Service rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 120 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

161st of 295 rated public sector bodies

Job description

Plant Protection Technicians implement domestic programs within assigned geographic areas to prevent the establishment and artificial spread of plant pests and diseases into new areas. If selected, you provide support to Plant Protection and Quarantine Officers with surveys; control measures; biocontrol and biotechnology activities; and export of regulated agricultural commodities within Plant Protection and Quarantine Field Operations.Qualifications:Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below.
FOR THE GS-05 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-04 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates:
  • Identifying economically significant target pests.
  • Collecting insect and disease samples suspected to be plant pests for identification by subject experts.
  • Using and maintaining survey equipment, including electronic field data equipment such as Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs), Global Positioning System, computer tablets, cellular phones, and digital cameras.
  • Assisting in inspecting routine agricultural products for import/export.
  • Reading x-ray images and/or operating x-ray equipment to identify and confiscate prohibited materials.
OR
Successful completion of 4 years of study that included at least 16 semester hours in courses such as biology, plant pathology, entomology, zoology, botany, forestry, chemistry, agriculture, or physics.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience are qualifying for this grade level.
TRANSCRIPTS are required if:
  • You are qualifying for the position based on education.
  • You are qualifying for this position based on a combination of experience and education.
  • This education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school, college, or university.
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-05 GRADE LEVEL: Applicants may have combinations of successfully completed education and specialized experience to meet total qualification requirements. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for that grade level.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education:This position does not have an education qualification requirement.Employment Type: OTHER

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