Careers at the Missouri Department of Agriculture

JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Department of Agriculture is dedicated to the promotion and protection of the state’s agriculture industry. With nearly 86,000 farms located on more than 27 million acres of farmland, the state’s Department of Agriculture works to connect farmers with consumers.

 

Help us serve, promote, and protect the agricultural producers, processors, and consumers of Missouri’s food, fuel, and fiber products by joining the team at the Missouri Department of Agriculture.

 

The Department of Agriculture houses five divisions including Agriculture Business Development, Animal Health, Grain Inspection & Warehousing, Plant Industries and Weights, Measures & Consumer Protection. Additionally, the Missouri Department of Agriculture is home to 4 boards & commissions; Missouri State Fair Commission, State Milk Board, Wine & Grape Board and the Missouri Agriculture and Small Business Development Authority. Staff of these programs work each day to promote and protect the backbone of the state’s economy.

 

The Department’s main office is located in Jefferson City, but there are satellite offices located across the state. Divisions also have field staff that work in territories throughout all of Missouri.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage.

 

Current Openings:

  • Animal Health Officer – ACFA – Central, MO
  • Grain Inspection Worker, Part Time – Marshall, MO
  • Grain Inspection Worker, Part Time- Kansas City, MO
  • Grain Inspector – Western Territory
  • Grain Sampler, Part Time – Canton, MO

 

To view these and other openings, as well as sign up for job alerts, visit the MO Careers website.