Consumer Protection Inspector (Food)

State of Connecticut•Hartford, CT

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

The State of Connecticut, Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) is currently accepting applications for a Consumer Protection Inspector (Food) position, in Hartford, CT. This role offers professional growth and development opportunities, and a healthy work/life balance. The Consumer Protection Inspector (Food) will inspect premises, retail establishments, vehicles, equipment, products, processors and distributors of food and food products to ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. They will inspect products for adulteration, correctness of weight, and accurate, honest labeling and advertising. The role also involves investigating complaints, including those regarding fraud and misrepresentation in the sale of foods purporting to be produced or sold under a recognized certifying organization. Responsibilities include securing samples for analysis and testing, testifying at hearings and in court, gathering information, and writing reports. The mission of the State of Connecticut, Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) is to promote a fair and equitable marketplace and to ensure safe products and services for consumers in the industries that it regulates.

Requirements

Five (5) years of experience in the inspection and enforcement of food laws and regulations OR production and distribution of food OR food bacteriology research OR quality control of food.
Knowledge of food processing, production, marketing and distribution
Knowledge of food sanitation and bacteriology
Knowledge of personal hygiene as related to food production
Knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations
Knowledge of inspection and investigation methods and techniques
Interpersonal skills
Oral and written communication skills
Ability to utilize computer software
Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

Nice To Haves

Experience in food safety or the food industry as an inspector, quality control operator, or food service employee with food safety responsibilities
Experience with interpreting statutes and regulations pertaining to food protection or food safety
Experience documenting inspection results and outlining corrective measures necessary for compliance with food safety regulations
Experience with food safety programs in food related regulatory agencies or the food industry

Responsibilities

Inspect premises, retail establishments, vehicles, equipment, products, processors and distributors of food and food products to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, and regulations
Inspect products for adulteration, correctness of weight and accurate, honest labeling and advertising
Investigate complaints including those regarding fraud and misrepresentation in sale of foods purporting to be produced or sold under a recognized certifying organization
Secure samples for analysis and testing
Testify at hearings and in court, gathering information and writing reports
Perform related duties as required
Inspect and test commercial scales
Assist in training of new inspectors
Speak before the public as assigned
Assist in performing inspections in other regulated areas in emergency situations