What are the responsibilities and job description for the Helper position at DAF-Agriculture and Forestry?
Salary
$2,272.00 - $4,089.00 Monthly
Location
Oak Grove, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
ACS-50696752-10.20.26-BB
Department
DAF-Agriculture and Forestry
Opening Date
10/21/2026
Closing Date
10/27/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
Job #ACS-50696752-10.20.26-BB
This position is located within the office of Agro Consumer Services (ACS), West Carroll Parish.
Are you ready to work with the Agricultural Commodities Commission? Join a team where your dedication and ability to work independently will support the execution of vital inspections. Under the guidance of Agriculture Specialists and senior employees, you'll play key role in maintaining high agricultural standards and ensuring quality compliance.
If you're committed, detail-oriented, and eager to make an impact, this is the opportunity for you-apply now!
*This position requires a Federal Grain Inspection Service (FGIS) certification for testing aflatoxin. Certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
LDAF cares about the well-being of its employees! We offer a fully employer-funded Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing valuable support and resources to help you and your household members thrive at work and at home. The EAP is also free for all members of your household.
This position is located within the office of Agro Consumer Services (ACS), West Carroll Parish.
Are you ready to work with the Agricultural Commodities Commission? Join a team where your dedication and ability to work independently will support the execution of vital inspections. Under the guidance of Agriculture Specialists and senior employees, you'll play key role in maintaining high agricultural standards and ensuring quality compliance.
If you're committed, detail-oriented, and eager to make an impact, this is the opportunity for you-apply now!
*This position requires a Federal Grain Inspection Service (FGIS) certification for testing aflatoxin. Certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
LDAF cares about the well-being of its employees! We offer a fully employer-funded Employee Assistance Program (EAP), providing valuable support and resources to help you and your household members thrive at work and at home. The EAP is also free for all members of your household.
Minimum Qualifications
No experience or training is required.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
- Testing for aflatoxin levels in corn or observing elevator personnel in the testing of aflatoxin.
- Take the required samples of agricultural commodities from barges and railcars. Samples may be taken by hand which requires the use of a probe or monitor the automatic sampler.
- Assist with the disposal of samples after all required tests and holding period is complete.
- Perform a visual inspection of barges and railcars before commodities are loaded and ensure all noted irregularities are corrected.
Functional Requirements:
- FGIS Aflatoxin Certification
- Moderate light lifting, 30 pounds with occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds
- Walking and standing (8 hours)
- Climbing stairs and occasionally ladders
- Reaching above shoulders and carrying specialized equipment needed to perform duties
- Drive a vehicle to perform inspections
- Climbing on and off transport
Environmental Factors:
- Working indoors and outdoors
- Excessive heat and humidity
- Slippery and uneven walking surfaces
- Occasionally working in moderately cold temperatures for short periods of time
- Exposed to grain dust, bad odors from farm animals, chemicals, fertilizers and other agricultural materials
- Required to wear appropriate safety protection
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Full-time, Probational
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Location: This position is located within the office of Agro Consumer Services (ACS), West Carroll Parish.
The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry strictly prohibits workplace harassment and discrimination on the on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, religion, national origin, military service, sickle cell trait, protected genetic information or other non-merit factor. LDAF also strictly prohibits employment decisions based upon or influenced by such factors.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
- Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
All candidates for hire must undergo drug screening.
This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Briante Bax - HR Analyst
Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry
5825 Florida Blvd., Suite 1001
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
bbax@ldaf.state.la.us
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
- Mardi Gras,
- Good Friday,
- Memorial Day,
- Independence Day,
- Labor Day,
- Veteran's Day,
- Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
- Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
- Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
- Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
Salary : $2,272 - $4,089