FRUIT & VEGETABLE INSPECTOR - 42004462 (FOR INTERNAL AGENCY EMPLOYEES ONLY)

State of Florida • Bartow, FL

1d • $40,000

About The Position

FRUIT & VEGETABLE INSPECTORFLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICESDIVISION OF FRUIT & VEGETABLESBUREAU OF INSPECTIONINTERNAL AGENCY OPPORTUNITY--ONLY CURRENT EMPLOYEES OF THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OFAGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES WILL BE CONSIDERED.
CONTACT:Kansas Chambless(863) 287-5472MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:A high school diploma or its equivalent.This position is subject to the following conditions:

Frequent transfers throughout the state with minimal notice
Shift work and required overtime during peak periods, many times requiring employees to work 7 days a week.
Work is seasonal depending on harvest periods.
Irregular work shifts
Must obtain Federal Inspection License (FV-200 and/or FV-201) within one year of appointment.

Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.
ATTENTION CANDIDATES
To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:

All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services valuesand supports employment of individuals with disabilities.
Qualifiedindividuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:Requires a federal license (FV-200 and/or FV-201) as an inspector in accordance with 7 C.F.R. Part 51 within one year of appointment. Valid Class E Driver License.Frequent travel required.Some alternate work hours and/or overtime may be required to accomplish inspection duties and responsibilities.NOTES:To maintain fairness and integrity, applicants are required to provide honest and authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and selection process. Applicants must rely on their own personal knowledge, thoughts, and impressions. A candidate’s use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews will be taken into consideration when determining qualification for the position.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Frequent transfers throughout the state with minimal notice
• Shift work and required overtime during peak periods, many times requiring employees to work 7 days a week.
• Work is seasonal depending on harvest periods.
• Irregular work shifts
• Must obtain Federal Inspection License (FV-200 and/or FV-201) within one year of appointment.
• Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.
• Requires a federal license (FV-200 and/or FV-201) as an inspector in accordance with 7 C.F.R. Part 51 within one year of appointment.
• Valid Class E Driver License.
• Frequent travel required.
• Some alternate work hours and/or overtime may be required to accomplish inspection duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to lift, maneuver and carry up to 50 pounds as part of your job duties when needed.

Responsibilities

• Selects representative samples of fruit, vegetables and nuts in accordance with prescribed sampling procedures and plans.
• Inspects the products to determine quality, condition and/or compliance with United States Department of Agriculture standards, committees, laws of the state of Florida and/or marketing orders.
• Prepares inspection reports based on results of examination of product.
• Travels to various packing houses and/or canneries during days and/or nights.
• Prepares and maintains a daily and weekly report and monthly expense voucher.
• Receives instruction through training classes and field supervision.
• Performs related work as required.

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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED