AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER PROTECT SPEC - 42000389 (FOR INTERNAL AGENCY EMPLOYEES ONLY)

State of Florida • Venice, FL

2d • $49,000 - $53,900

About The Position

AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER PROTECTION SPECIALIST

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICESBUREAU OF STANDARDS

INTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY--ONLY CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES WILL BE CONSIDERED.

The headquarters for this position is negotiable within Charlotte, Manatee and Sarasota County.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.
• This position has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of s. 112.313, Florida Statutes, and Section 60L-36.003, F.A.C.
• Moderate travel, including overnight and sometimes up to two weeks at a time on an emergency program, is required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to fifty pounds approximately 50 times per day.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to frequently bend, kneel, climb, stand, and walk several hours each day.
• Ability to work on uneven terrain.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test commercial weighing and measuring devices and related facilities for accuracy, correctness and general compliance with state laws and regulations.
• Order the repair and/or remove from service devices not meeting tolerances and standards.
• Oversee the correction of devices to ensure work is done properly by qualified personnel.
• Inspect packages and containers for proper quantity declaration and label content.
• Draw and examine samples of petroleum products, antifreeze and brake fluid samples for laboratory analysis.
• Weigh or measure contents of packages, comparing results with values stated on labels.
• Remove from sale products which do not conform to established standards.
• Oversee disposition of stop sale commodities and authorize release when standards are met.
• Record all inspections, findings, observations and field actions on official report forms.
• Submit reports of disposition of violations to bureau supervision.
• Maintain accurate records of installations or equipment to be inspected.
• Submit updated records of equipment or facility changes as they occur in territory.
• Submit accurate records of daily activities and travel incurred in fulfilling assignments.
• Submit accurate travel and other expense documents in accordance with department policies.
• Keep database up to date and in compliance with established directives.
• Report any problems with its operations to bureau management.
• Follow department and bureau purchasing guidelines and submit required documentation to bureau offices, as needed.
• Maintain assigned test equipment in prescribed condition.
• Investigate violations or suspicious matters pertaining to articles of the Petroleum Inspection Law and Weights and Measures law; report findings and recommendations to supervisor.
• Investigate consumer complaints on products or devices, reporting findings to complainant and Tallahassee headquarters.
• Conduct price verification inspections to assure pricing accuracy in accordance with state laws and regulations.
• Supervise pricing corrections and issue stop sale orders on items not corrected immediately.
• Authorize release of products once requirements have been met.
• Certify company or industry representatives who apply to repair and seal measuring devices.
• Includes checking applicant's equipment and qualifications and approving for certification.
• Know and stay updated on all laws, regulations, test tolerances and inspection procedures.
• Remain up to date on types of equipment inspected and be familiar with all facility locations.
• Maintain required safety training documents for assigned duties.
• Attend schools and seminars and educate industry and the general public on laws and regulations pertaining to weighing and measuring devices and related facilities.
• Appear at meetings or exhibitions to speak on inspection activities as needed.
• Appear as witness in court to testify on violations of the law.
• Perform other related duties and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please visit www.myfrs.com;)
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED