Agricultural/Weights & Measures Inspector II

County of Los Angeles•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is with the DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER/WEIGHTS AND MEASURES. Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation with almost 10 million residents. As the largest employer in Southern California with over 100,000 employees in 39 departments, we provide vital and diverse public services. The County has more than 2,100 different job types, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. Join us and discover one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the county with a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

Requirements

Option I: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in one or more appropriate disciplines in agricultural science, biological science, chemical science, physical science, mathematics, and/or statistics -AND- Two (2) years of experience at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Agricultural/Weights and Measures Inspector I performing agricultural or weights and measures inspections for a public jurisdiction.
Option II: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in any discipline with a minimum of 30 semester units, or equivalent (e.g. 45 quarter units), in one or any combination of the following fields: agricultural science, biological science, chemical science, physical science, mathematics, and/or statistics -AND- Two (2) years of experience at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Agricultural/Weights & Measures Inspector I performing agricultural or weights and measures inspections for a public jurisdiction.
A valid State of California weights and measures license in Weight Verification and Measurement Verification.
A valid State of California agricultural license in Commodity Regulation, Pest Prevention and Plant Regulation, and Pesticide Regulation.
A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential job functions. Some positions may require a Class A or Class B driver license.
Experience at the level of an Agricultural/Weights and Measures Inspector I is defined as performing inspection and enforcement activities under direct supervision and may assist higher level inspectors with more difficult or complex tasks.
Incumbents have completed initial agricultural and weights and measures inspection cross training at an associate level, and are expected to exercise a knowledge of Federal, State and local laws, regulations and ordinances regulating the use of pesticides, quarantine, standardization, scales, meters and the labeling and packaging of consumer products.

Nice To Haves

Some positions may require a Class A or Class B driver license.

Responsibilities

Performing various inspections and investigations (e.g., orchards, farms, nurseries, mills, apiaries, and plant shipments for agricultural pests and diseases; pesticide use applications, storage equipment, worker safety records, and pesticide illness complaints; shipments for compliance with labeling, weighing, and measuring codes; electrical and liquid propane gas meters and large capacity scales; produce cases, nursery stock, commodities, and other packaged goods weighing 25 pounds or more) by weighing and measuring devices used in commercial transactions.
Making test purchases or sales to verify accurate weight or measure.
Using a variety of handheld or other test equipment (e.g., pesticide air testing devices, refractometers, scales, graduated measures, hydrometers, laptop/tablet computers).
Figuring out presence of injurious weed/vertebrate pests and provides estimates for their control.
Determining a variety of mathematical formulas (e.g., algebra).
Collecting appropriate fees in order to enforce standardization and other Federal and State regulatory requirements.
Preparing a variety of written documents such as written notices of violation, reports of findings and recommended actions, inspection certificates by analyzing information.
Investigating code violations and gathering evidence.
Maintaining records and following standard English, grammar, mechanics, punctuation, and usage in order to clearly communicate pertinent information to relevant parties.
Providing technical assistance to various individuals (e.g. employees at different levels within the organization, other agencies, public, etc.) by responding to inquiries, requests, and complaints (e.g. pest control methods and/or concerns, and related subjects).
Testifying in administrative, civil, or criminal actions and proceedings in order to ensure that laws and regulations, procedures, and industry standards are being followed, and that any concerns or issues are promptly addressed.
Representing the department at public functions and other events by delivering presentations and informational materials to industry groups, public, and other agencies.
Participating in and facilitates training programs (e.g. workshops, conferences, training sessions, etc.) regarding inspection, investigation, and enforcement activities, and the safe and effective use of various tools and equipment.