Agricultural and Standards Inspector Level III
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Job Location:
Sacramento, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
04-11-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Agricultural and Standards Inspector is responsible for inspecting agricultural crops products commercial weighing measuring and counting devices as well as packaged commodities to ensure compliance with Federal State and County laws and regulations. The position involves both enforcement and public service duties aimed at protecting consumers maintaining fair competition and supporting the agricultural industry.
Examples of Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
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Principles of entomology plant pathology and botany as they relate to pest control and quarantine.
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Pesticides including their environmental impacts.
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Diseases and defects affecting fruits vegetables nuts and eggs.
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Arithmetic and basic statistical methods.
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Investigative techniques and procedures.
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Relevant Federal State and local laws codes and regulations.
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Operational principles of agricultural and inspection programs.
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Office procedures equipment and computer applications (e.g. word processing spreadsheets databases).
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English usage spelling grammar and punctuation.
Ability to:
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Interpret apply and enforce agricultural and weights/measures laws impartially.
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Collect compile and analyze data accurately.
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Prepare clear and concise written reports.
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Develop cooperative working relationships with colleagues stakeholders and the public.
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Respond tactfully to concerns or conflicts.
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Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
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Present findings and respond to questions from boards committees and the public.
Employment Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Either:
A bachelors degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in one or more agricultural or biological sciences.
Note: Appointees qualifying under this option must obtain at least one of the following State licenses within one year of appointment or be removed from employment in this class.
Or:
Possession of one or more licenses issued by the California Department of Food and Agriculture in any of the following categories:
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Pesticide Regulation
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Investigation and Environmental Monitoring
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Integrated Pest Management
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Commodity Regulation
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Pest Prevention and Plant Regulation
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Weight Verification
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Measurement Verification
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Transaction and Product Verification
Key Skills
- Business Intelligence
- Category Management
- Drawing
- Electrical Controls
- Academics
- Graphics Design
