Farm Products Grading Inspector 2
About The Position
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking a Farm Products Grading Inspector 2 to work in Niagara County, NY. In addition to performing duties of Farm Products Grading Inspector 1, the Farm Products Grading Inspector 2 is assigned to specific geographic areas of the State to supervise lower-level inspectors. Supervisory duties include reviewing inspectors’ narrative reports of various activities and inspection certificates for accuracy and completion; provide training to new inspectors in various programs of the Farm Products unit and evaluate and document inspectors work performance; upon need, oversee a statewide program; and assign tasks to staff and maintain work schedules that meet program goals and efficient and effective utilization of staff. This position can be based out of your home and requires travel within an assigned region. This position is perfect for a self-driven candidate who wants autonomy over their schedule, the ability to work from home, and enjoys working outside the office setting! The Farm Products Grading Inspector 2 is a full-time position working 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday.
Requirements
- One year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55 b/c service as a Farm Products Grading Inspector 1, G-14.
- One year of permanent, competitive service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law (e.g., Food Inspector 1, G-18).
- Possess a valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.
- Access to a motor vehicle when necessary or otherwise demonstrate capacity to meet regular transportation requirements.
- Ability to travel out-of-state for overnight trips on occasion due to ongoing training commitments.
Nice To Haves
- Current Department of Agriculture and Markets employee with one year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55 b/c service as a Farm Products Grading Inspector 2, G-18.
- Reachable on the current eligible list for this location if one exists (for reassignment qualifications).
- Previous permanent New York State employees who resigned their positions may be reinstated.
- Employees separated from their positions may be reinstated within one year of the date of their separation.
- Employees separated from their positions who have also been separated from state service for more than one year may be reinstated upon approval by the state Civil Service Commission.
Responsibilities
- Supervise lower-level inspectors.
- Review inspectors’ narrative reports of various activities and inspection certificates for accuracy and completion.
- Provide training to new inspectors in various programs of the Farm Products unit.
- Evaluate and document inspectors work performance.
- Oversee a statewide program upon need.
- Assign tasks to staff and maintain work schedules that meet program goals and efficient and effective utilization of staff.
Benefits
- Inexpensive Health Insurance options
- Free dental and vision coverage
- NYS Pension Plan membership
- Generous paid time off (5 days personal time, 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 13 paid holidays within the first year)
- Potential eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
