ASSOCIATE AGRICULTURAL/WEIGHTS AND MEASURES INSPECTOR

Position Overview Associate Agricultural/Weights and Measures Inspector participates in a structured training program that includes rotations between agricultural inspection and weights and measures enforcement to develop proficiency in a range of inspection and enforcement activities. Responsibilities Inspection procedures for fruits and vegetables and egg quality standards. Inspection techniques for plants and plant material for pest organisms. Inspection of produce cases, nursery stock, commodities, and other packaged goods weighing 25 lbs. or more. Pesticide use enforcement. Techniques and application for control and eradication of weeds and vertebrate pests on residential, commercial, and agricultural properties. Detection and eradication of exotic pests such as foreign insects. Inspection of commercial meters and scales for accuracy in retail markets and other commercial establishments. Preparation of written reports, inspection certificates, and citations or other notices of violations. Use of diverse equipment such as refractometers, scales, graduated measures, hydrometers, and laptop and tablet computers. Safe and effective use of various tools and equipment utilized in any inspection, investigation, or enforcement activities that may be assigned. Application of a variety of mathematical formulae, including algebra, in inspection and enforcement activities. Qualifications OPTION I: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in one or more of the following disciplines: agricultural science, biological science, chemical science, physical science, mathematics, and/or statistics. OPTION II: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in any discipline with a minimum of 30 semester units, or equivalent (e.g., 45 quarter units), in one or more of the following disciplines: agricultural science, biological science, chemical science, physical science, mathematics, and/or statistics -AND- One (1) year of experience performing agricultural or weights and measures inspections for a public jurisdiction. Required experience and education must be fully met at the time of filing and clearly indicated on the application. Required Licenses A valid State of California weights and measures license in either Weight Verification or Measurement Verification and a valid State of California agricultural license in Pest Prevention and Plant Regulation must be obtained within one (1) year from the time of appointment. A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job‑related essential functions. Examination This examination will consist of multiple‑choice and/or simulation assessment(s) weighted 100% covering General Problem‑Solving Skills, Customer Focus, Learning Potential, and Responsibility. Candidates must achieve 70% or higher to be placed on the eligible Register. Shift and Availability Appointees will be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, overtime, and holidays. Application Applications will be processed as received. The exam is continuous and will remain open until positions are filled. #J-18808-Ljbffr County-of-Los-Angeles