County Of San Diego-posted about 1 year ago
Full-time • Entry Level
San Diego, CA
10,001+ employees
Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

The Agricultural/Standards Inspector position at the County of San Diego's Department of Agriculture, Weights and Measures (AWM) is an entry-level professional role focused on conducting inspections and enforcing compliance with agricultural, weights, and measures laws. The role aims to protect consumers and the agricultural industry by ensuring safe practices and accurate measurements in agricultural operations. Inspectors will work in various locations, including the headquarters in San Diego and satellite offices in San Marcos, Vista, or Chula Vista.

  • Conduct professional-level technical inspections related to agricultural practices, weights, and measures.
  • Determine compliance with agricultural laws and regulations.
  • Enforce pesticide use regulations and investigate related illnesses.
  • Prevent the establishment of harmful pests and promote biocontrol measures.
  • Inspect commercial agriculture production sites for stormwater pollution prevention compliance.
  • Regulate organic growers and certified farmers' markets to ensure local marketing of fresh commodities.
  • Ensure accuracy in the net quantity of packaged goods and commercial weighing devices.
  • Qualification to take the licensing examination by the State of California Department of Food and Agriculture for County Agriculture Inspector or County Weights and Measures Inspector.
  • Possession of one or more valid statewide specific category licenses as a County Agricultural Inspector/Biologist, or a bachelor's degree in agricultural, biological, chemical, or physical sciences with relevant coursework.
  • Experience in agricultural inspection or compliance enforcement.
  • Knowledge of pesticide regulations and agricultural practices.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Dental insurance coverage
  • Vision insurance coverage
  • Paid holidays
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Professional development opportunities
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