DEPUTY AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER/SEALER

Job Title Deputy Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer Job Description The County of Los Angeles is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments, we provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential. Essential Job Functions The essential functions of this position include: Directs, plans, and schedules the administrative activities, enforcement inspections, and investigations conducted by a division. Reviews, prepares, and presents performance evaluations. Establishes and maintains effective communication with the Department's constituents including industry, community groups, and consumers to assure the delivery of effective inspection and service programs. Assists in the development and achievement of bureau and division goals and objectives. Prepares and manages a divisional budget including the ongoing monitoring of revenues and expenditures. Reviews and prepares official correspondence, Board letters, press releases and special reports on behalf of the Agricultural Commissioner/Director of Weights and Measures. Recommends bureau policy to the Deputy Director, Agricultural Commissioner/Weights and Measures. Advises the Agricultural Commissioner/Director of Weights and Measures on technical and enforcement issues based on discussions with deputies from other counties. Acts as a department liaison or leader on special projects and assignments, especially interagency programs, such as eradication activities. Makes presentations before industry and community groups on Department services, programs, and projects. Participates in progressive disciplinary processes Assists in recruiting, selecting, and training new departmental employees. Occasionally travels out of town to represent the Department at meetings, trainings, seminars, etc., as needed. Prepares and reviews Appraisals of Promotability. Interacts with the Board of Supervisors' field deputies, Chief Executive Office analysts, and other county agencies. Reviews and prepares bid specifications, evaluates and secures bids, and assures the fulfillment of contracts and inspection agreements. Directs the investigation and prosecution of violations through criminal and civil suits, and acts as the departmental advocate in civil administrative hearings. Acts as bureau director in the absence of the Deputy Director, Agricultural Commissioner/Weights and Measures, as needed. Assists in reviewing and evaluating proposed legislation, regulation, and policy changes. Assists in developing Department policies and procedures and assures their implementation and compliance. Participates in grievance processes. Requirements A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in the agricultural or biological sciences or other appropriate disciplines as determined by the California Department of Food and Agriculture -AND- Two (2) years of work experience at the level of the Los Angeles County Class of Agricultural/Weights and Measures Inspector III. LICENSE: A valid State of California Deputy Agricultural Commissioner or a State of California Deputy Sealer of Weights and Measures Licenses -AND- All of the following State of California Agricultural Inspector and Weights and Measures Inspector Licenses: Commodity Regulation, Integrated Pest Management, Investigation & Environmental Monitoring, Measurement Verification, Pesticide Regulation, Pest Prevention & Plant Regulation, Transaction & Product Verification, Weight Verification. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. WITHHOLDS OR OUT-OF-CLASS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION MUST BE FULLY MET AT THE TIME OF FILING AND CLEARLY INDICATED ON THE APPLICATION. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of the remaining required State of California Deputy Agricultural Commissioner or Deputy Sealer of Weights and Measures license. Possession of the State of California County Agricultural Commissioner and/or County Sealer of Weights and Measures licenses. A master's degree from an accredited college or university in any related fields of agricultural, weights and measures or public or business administration. Completion of advanced courses from an accredited college or university in supervision, business management or human resources. Additional Information This examination will consist of an evaluation of training, experience, desirable qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire based on the application information weighted at 100%. Applicants must meet the Requirements and achieve 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register. Applications will be processed as they are received, and candidates will be added to the list accordingly. Individuals who successfully pass the assessment(s) are placed on a list based on their score group for a duration of twelve (12) months. We will use this list to fill vacancies as they occur. Appointees will be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, overtime, and holidays. GovernmentJobs.com