I. JOB SUMMARY

Performs highly complex agricultural work. Work involves overseeing crops and planning agricultural 
activities to meet production goals and objectives. Works under limited supervision with considerable 
latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

A. Coordinates and organizes agricultural activities; oversees and provides guidance and training 
in planting, cultivating, and harvesting row or garden crops; and oversees farm program 
operations.

B. Provides guidance on field preparation, irrigation, and fertilizer and insecticide application; and 
oversees and provides guidance and training in producing, processing, and distributing 
agricultural commodities.

C. Oversees the operation of agricultural machinery; and performs construction, repair, and 
maintenance of agricultural facilities.

D. Trains and assists in developing a training program; maintains inventory of materials and 
supplies; and maintains records and prepares related correspondence and reports.

E. Maintains security of tools, machinery, and equipment; responds to emergency situations; 
searches for escaped inmates; transports assigned inmates; and performs various correctional 
and custodial functions.

* Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed.

Position filled at Ag Spec I, II, or III Pay Level

Agriculture Specialist I

Salary: $3,537.92/month A14

ERS Retiree Salary: $3,463.82/month

For full job description and minimum qualifications, please visit: https://www.tdcj.texas.gov/divisions/hr/pd/023010.pdf 

Agriculture Specialist II

Salary: $3,716.86/month A15

ERS Retiree Salary: $3,638.40/month

For full job description and minimum qualifications, please visit: https://www.tdcj.texas.gov/divisions/hr/pd/023036.pdf 

Agriculture Specialist III

Salary: $3,906.52/month A16

ERS Retiree Salary: $3,823.44/month

For full job description and minimum qualifications, please visit: https://www.tdcj.texas.gov/divisions/hr/pd/023151.pdf

**This is a Career Ladder position. When filling the available positions, consideration will be given to the selected applicant's education and experience.**

**The Agribusiness, Land and Minerals Division has only one Agriculture Specialist position available. Applicants need only submit one application for employment.**