Metrologist (Weights and Measures Technologist)
Metrologist (Weights and Measures Technologist)
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$ 51293 - 66726
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Job Description
At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible fulltime and parttime employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
5 years experience in science of weights and measures AND must be able to provide own transportation.
Or completion of undergraduate core program in mathematics computer science physics or agricultural science AND must be able to provide own transportation.
Or completion of undergraduate core program in mathematics computer science physics or agricultural engineering.
Or certified as metrologist by National Institute Of Standards and Technology U.S. Department Of Commerce AND must be able to provide own transportation.
Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
NOTE: An equivalent combination of relevant experience and education will be considered.
Job Skills: Statistics/Mathematics
What Youll Do:
No ag background no problem! Youll learn all about agriculture from our topnotch experts who dedicate their lives to a cleaner safer better Ohio. The Division of Weights and Measures protects all Ohio businesses and consumers. The division works with county and city weights and measures programs to test devices ranging from fuel meters and retail store scanners to vehicle and livestock scales for consistent measuring standards. Ohio administers one of only four National Type Evaluation Program (NTEP) laboratories in the nation which tests and evaluates new scale designs and technology.
The Ohio Department of Agriculture is currently seeking candidates for a Metrologist (Weights and Measures Technologist) position in the Weights and Measures Division headquartered at 8995 E. Main Street Reynoldsburg Ohio Licking County.
This position is responsible for:
- Under limited supervision independently conducts formal laboratory procedures to calibrate standards of mass volume length and time
- Performs precise measurements including interpretation of results for mass volume length and time standards
- Calibrates portable law enforcement scales in laboratory setting in accordance with national standards
- Maintains laboratory measuring instruments in accordance with good laboratory practices and maintains traceability to the international system of units through the national institute of standards and technology
Performs calibrations for state and local weights and measures jurisdictions law enforcement agencies and external industry customers Interprets calibration results and generates formal calibration certificates in accordance with national and international quality standards Provides presentations on technical topics and responds to inquiries from inspectors law enforcement officials and other customers pertaining to calibration results laboratory policies and laboratory procedures Assists with daily scheduling of laboratory activities
This position shall be filled in accordance with the provisions of the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. ODA bargaining unit members have selection rights before nonbargaining unit members. All other applications will only be considered if an internal bargaining unit applicant is not selected for this position.
We Support Diversity and Inclusion:
ODA values its internal diversity and pledges to cultivate an inclusive and engaging environment for all employees where differences are embraced and celebrated. The agency commits to building a workforce that champions the advancement of these principles and initiatives. The values on which these efforts are founded are respect empathy transparency equality and equal access.
Whats in it for you:
At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible fulltime and parttime employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
- Quality affordable and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.
Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance
- Dental vision and basic life insurancepremiums are freeafter one year of continuous service.
Time Away from Work and Work/Life Balance
- Paid time off including vacation personal and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth/Adoption leave
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of his/her salary towards his/her retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employees salary. Visit theOPERS websitefor more information.
Deferred Compensation
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit theOhio Deferred Compensation websitefor more information.
Maternity Benefits
Expanded maternity health care benefits available to state employees enrolled in the Ohio Med PPO and Ohio Med NN (narrow network) medical plan options. Several prenatal childbirth and postchildbirth services are provided at no outofpocket cost to employees utilizing network providers.
Examples of services now covered by network providers at 100% include:
o Prenatal care including physician visits and examinations.
o Home health care services designated as maternity care (for expectant members on bed rest).
o Inpatient claims for all types of delivery.
o Inpatient NICU claims from birth through discharge.
o Postpartum care including office visits for followup and procedures/treatments directly related to maternity.
Medications prescribed for both antepartum and postpartum conditions (e.g. morning sickness postpartum depression). Medical services provided by nonnetwork providers will be processed at the applicable coinsurance deductible and outofpocket limits.
Prescription drugs that are directly related to maternity care are covered with no copay. The State of Ohio has collaborated with the prescription drug thirdparty administrator (OptumRx) to provide a list of covered medications that can be approved for zero copay via prior authorization from providers.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
If you require an accommodation for the interview process or the position please notify the assigned recruiter.
Unusual Working Conditions:
Successful completion of certification training for metrologists &/or type evaluation technicians offered by National Institute
Of Standards & Technology U.S. Department of Commerce.
For Questions Regarding This Posting Please Contact:
Linda Roberts
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
The State of Ohio is a drugfree Workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/nonmedical cannabis). The recommended candidate for this position may be required to take a drug screen as part of their approval process. A candidate who tests positive for illegal or improperly used controlled drugs will not be hired.
NOTE: This is a repost! If you previously applied you do not need to reapply to be considered!
Competitive Salary: $51293 $66726 annually
Who We Are:
Agriculture is the heart of it all in Ohio!
The Ohio Department of Agriculture protects all Ohioans by safeguarding plants and animals conserving our natural resources and supporting farmers. ODA is cabinetlevel agency reporting to Governor DeWine. Food and agriculture is Ohios number one industry contributing $124 billion to the economy and employing one in eight people. Ohio is home to more than 75000 farms with agriculture touching every part of the state. Not only does Ohio rank number one in Swiss cheese production but we are top three in the nations egg production and fifth in soybean production. Ohios farmers impact those well beyond state lines feeding families across the nation.
ODAs beautiful campus is located in Reynoldsburg on 158acres. Not only is parking free but food trucks frequent the campus for coffee and lunch.
Youll find great coworkers here who are experts in their field and care about the work they do.
What We Do:
Working for the Ohio Department of Agriculture means strengthening our state with the help of our 19 divisions programs. Our staff ensures the products you consume every day are safe to eat and drink. We protect Ohios farmland improve soil health and water quality all while keeping our plants crops and animals free of pests and disease. We are home to the states top food safety laboratory and serve as the hub for a statewide lab safety system. Our folks protect consumers by ensuring you get what you pay for through weights and measures accuracy standards. ODA oversees Ohios 94 county and independent fairs the showcases of our towns and cities and protects fair goers by inspecting the amusement rides you love to enjoy!
As a member of team ODA you will be working with people of the highest caliber doing great work and making a difference for all Ohioans.
Click this link to see what its like to be an ODA Inspector!
The State of Ohio is a drugfree workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/nonmedical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio DrugFree Workplace Policy (HR39) and as outlined in the posting.
Employment Type
Full-Time
