AGRICULTURE ANIMAL INDUSTRY - MEAT INSPECTOR 1 (Part - Time)

Georgia Department of Revenue • Madison, WI

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About The Position

The Georgia Department of Agriculture is hiring a part-time Meat Inspector 1 assigned to the listed counties. Under direct supervision, the employee learns to inspect red meat, red meat products, and meat processing facilities for compliance with legal standards, including antemortem and post-mortem inspections. The position also provides general support services to the Meat Inspection Division.

Applicants must reside in an assigned county or its surrounding area, or be willing to relocate. A personal vehicle or other transportation is required. Employees may work in adjoining areas as program needs dictate; travel outside the assigned area is expected to be less than 25% of total travel. The selected candidate must complete USDA Inspection Methods training at the first available opportunity after hire.

This is a temporary hourly position limited to 29 hours per week and is not eligible for benefits. Compensation is $15.00 per hour. The position is assigned to Banks, Barrow, Clarke, Columbia, Elbert, Franklin, Glascock, Hancock, Hart, Jackson, Lincoln, Madison, McDuffie, Morgan, Oconee, Oglethorpe, Richmond, Taliaferro, Warren, and Wilkes counties.

Requirements

• Vocational or technical degree in agriculture, horticulture, environmental science, pest control, entomology, or a closely related field from an accredited college; or a high school diploma or GED and one year of experience in the area of assignment; or two years of college including 12 semester or 20 quarter hours in chemistry or life sciences and one year of directly related experience; or two years of experience at a lower-level RCT090 position or equivalent.
• Must reside in an assigned county or surrounding area, or be willing to relocate.
• Must have a personal vehicle or other transportation.
• Must complete USDA Inspection Methods training at the first available opportunity after hire.

Nice To Haves

• State or Federal Meat Inspection or Food Inspection experience.
• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Animal Science, Environmental Science, Biology, or a closely related field.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Learn to inspect red meat, red meat products, and meat processing facilities for compliance with legal standards.
• Conduct antemortem and post-mortem inspections under direct supervision.
• Provide general support services to the Meat Inspection Division.
• Work in adjoining areas as program requirements dictate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED