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Deputy Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights and Measures
Government Jobs, Redding, California, United States, 96001
Shasta County Agricultural/Weights And Measures Department
The current vacancy is in the Shasta County Agricultural/Weights And Measures Department. This position requires possession of a California licensure and a valid driver's license. Responses to supplemental questions are required. Salary information is approximately $6,303 - $8,045 monthly / $36.36 - $46.41 hourly. Benefits include 12 holidays, 80 hours of management leave, 8-hour floating holiday, vacation accrual from 10 days to 20 days depending on years of service, sick leave, annual leave buyout, retirement through CalPERS, medical and dental plans, life insurance, long-term disability, and more. About Shasta County Shasta County offers the amenities of a big city while maintaining a small-town atmosphere. It features natural beauty, affordable housing, excellent education, recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life. About The Department The Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights and Measures enforces California's Food and Agriculture Code, Business and Professions Code, California Code of Regulations, and local ordinances. It includes pesticide use enforcement, pest exclusion and export services, pest detection/eradication, nursery and seed inspection, fruit/vegetable/egg quality control, apiary services, and weights and measures programs. About The Position Under general direction, this role supervises and assists in the administration and coordination of the agricultural and weights and measures inspection and enforcement program. Distinguishing Characteristics Under the direction of the Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights and Measures, this role is responsible for field duties and assisting in departmental administration, acting for the Commissioner/Sealer in their absence, and performing other related duties. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate has substantial experience in Agricultural and Weights And Measures programs, excellent communication skills, conflict resolution abilities, and experience in budgeting and reporting. Examples Of Essential Duties Duties may include performing all duties of Agricultural Standards Investigator III, assisting the Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights and Measures in planning and directing department operations, conducting inspections, representing the department at meetings, and supervising staff in the Commissioner/Sealer's absence. Qualifications Applicants must demonstrate possession and application of knowledge in county agricultural and weights and measures programs, inspection and enforcement techniques, research principles, and modern organization, administration, and supervision. Minimum qualifications include three years of experience in agricultural and/or weights and measures inspections and enforcement work. Special Requirements Possession of a valid California driver's license and either a valid California Deputy Agricultural Commissioner or Deputy Sealer of Weights and Measures license at the time of appointment, with both licenses required within 18 months of appointment. Supplemental Questions Responses to the following must be submitted with a completed application: Do you have at least three (3) years of experience performing agricultural and/or weights and measures inspections and enforcement work? Yes/No If "yes" to supplemental questions #2, list the job title(s), dates of employment, and the duties clarifying where you obtained these three (3) years of experience performing agricultural and/or weights and measures inspections and enforcement work. If "No", write "N/A". Please select all that you possess: Valid license of eligibility as a Deputy Agricultural Commissioner issued by the California Department of Food and Agriculture Valid license of eligibility as a Deputy Sealer of Weights and Measures issued by the California Department of Food and Agriculture Bachelor's degree specializing in Agriculture, Biological, Chemical, or Physical sciences or any discipline with a minimum 30 semester units, or equivalent, in one or any combination of the following: Agricultural science, Biological science, Chemical science, Physical science, Mathematics, and/or Statistics Two (2) years of experience in Agriculture, Biological, or Physical science related fields One (1) year of lead or supervisory experience in Agriculture, Biological, or Physical science related fields None of the above Physical Demands And Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other Considerations All new employees are required to have their paycheck directly deposited to a bank account. Some positions may require a valid California driver's license and acceptable driving record. Reasonable accommodations may be made for those who are disabled under the Americans with Disabilities Act. As part of the selection process, all individuals provided with a preliminary offer of employment with Shasta County will be subject to a background investigation, including a criminal history check and a medical examination, which includes drug/alcohol testing. Application And Selection Procedures Shasta County Personnel will accept applications and responses to the supplemental questions until current vacancies have been filled. A Resume and/or Cover Letter will be accepted in addition to the application form but will not serve as a substitute for a completed application. Closing date postmarks or faxes will not be accepted. This recruitment will establish a list that may or may not be used by other departments. Prior applicants must reapply to be considered. Applicants will be screened and those considered best qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Applicants are encouraged to apply on-line at www.ShastaCountyCareers.com or submit an application to the Shasta County Personnel Office. Arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities.
The current vacancy is in the Shasta County Agricultural/Weights And Measures Department. This position requires possession of a California licensure and a valid driver's license. Responses to supplemental questions are required. Salary information is approximately $6,303 - $8,045 monthly / $36.36 - $46.41 hourly. Benefits include 12 holidays, 80 hours of management leave, 8-hour floating holiday, vacation accrual from 10 days to 20 days depending on years of service, sick leave, annual leave buyout, retirement through CalPERS, medical and dental plans, life insurance, long-term disability, and more. About Shasta County Shasta County offers the amenities of a big city while maintaining a small-town atmosphere. It features natural beauty, affordable housing, excellent education, recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life. About The Department The Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights and Measures enforces California's Food and Agriculture Code, Business and Professions Code, California Code of Regulations, and local ordinances. It includes pesticide use enforcement, pest exclusion and export services, pest detection/eradication, nursery and seed inspection, fruit/vegetable/egg quality control, apiary services, and weights and measures programs. About The Position Under general direction, this role supervises and assists in the administration and coordination of the agricultural and weights and measures inspection and enforcement program. Distinguishing Characteristics Under the direction of the Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights and Measures, this role is responsible for field duties and assisting in departmental administration, acting for the Commissioner/Sealer in their absence, and performing other related duties. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate has substantial experience in Agricultural and Weights And Measures programs, excellent communication skills, conflict resolution abilities, and experience in budgeting and reporting. Examples Of Essential Duties Duties may include performing all duties of Agricultural Standards Investigator III, assisting the Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights and Measures in planning and directing department operations, conducting inspections, representing the department at meetings, and supervising staff in the Commissioner/Sealer's absence. Qualifications Applicants must demonstrate possession and application of knowledge in county agricultural and weights and measures programs, inspection and enforcement techniques, research principles, and modern organization, administration, and supervision. Minimum qualifications include three years of experience in agricultural and/or weights and measures inspections and enforcement work. Special Requirements Possession of a valid California driver's license and either a valid California Deputy Agricultural Commissioner or Deputy Sealer of Weights and Measures license at the time of appointment, with both licenses required within 18 months of appointment. Supplemental Questions Responses to the following must be submitted with a completed application: Do you have at least three (3) years of experience performing agricultural and/or weights and measures inspections and enforcement work? Yes/No If "yes" to supplemental questions #2, list the job title(s), dates of employment, and the duties clarifying where you obtained these three (3) years of experience performing agricultural and/or weights and measures inspections and enforcement work. If "No", write "N/A". Please select all that you possess: Valid license of eligibility as a Deputy Agricultural Commissioner issued by the California Department of Food and Agriculture Valid license of eligibility as a Deputy Sealer of Weights and Measures issued by the California Department of Food and Agriculture Bachelor's degree specializing in Agriculture, Biological, Chemical, or Physical sciences or any discipline with a minimum 30 semester units, or equivalent, in one or any combination of the following: Agricultural science, Biological science, Chemical science, Physical science, Mathematics, and/or Statistics Two (2) years of experience in Agriculture, Biological, or Physical science related fields One (1) year of lead or supervisory experience in Agriculture, Biological, or Physical science related fields None of the above Physical Demands And Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other Considerations All new employees are required to have their paycheck directly deposited to a bank account. Some positions may require a valid California driver's license and acceptable driving record. Reasonable accommodations may be made for those who are disabled under the Americans with Disabilities Act. As part of the selection process, all individuals provided with a preliminary offer of employment with Shasta County will be subject to a background investigation, including a criminal history check and a medical examination, which includes drug/alcohol testing. Application And Selection Procedures Shasta County Personnel will accept applications and responses to the supplemental questions until current vacancies have been filled. A Resume and/or Cover Letter will be accepted in addition to the application form but will not serve as a substitute for a completed application. Closing date postmarks or faxes will not be accepted. This recruitment will establish a list that may or may not be used by other departments. Prior applicants must reapply to be considered. Applicants will be screened and those considered best qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Applicants are encouraged to apply on-line at www.ShastaCountyCareers.com or submit an application to the Shasta County Personnel Office. Arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities.