Inspection Specialist II

GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Wyoming Department of Agriculture, Consumer Health Services Division, is searching for an Inspection Specialist II in Pinedale, WY. The successful candidate will perform a variety of tasks in the enforcement of health and sanitation regulations, as well as state and federal food and drug, meat, dairy, and egg laws; inspect food establishments, retail food stores, child care facilities, group homes, meat processing/slaughter plants, temporary food stands, public swimming pools and spas, food processing facilities, food warehouses, dairy farms and plants, bulk water hauling trucks, and bed and breakfast establishments within a designated area to ensure compliance with state standards. Performs epidemiological investigations, confers with and advises the public on complaints and public health standards. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performs tasks in a variety of regulatory programs in the enforcement of state and federal statutes and rules. Inspects establishments and equipment. Provides education and enforces compliance. Trains food industry personnel on proper techniques and requirements for food safety. Confers with the industry on labeling requirements for food. Reviews new construction and remodeling plans for various public and private facilities. Manages a caseload of inspections. Maintains records and equipment. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to deal with difficult people and situations. Must be proficient with computing and software applications. PREFERENCES / AGENCY REQUIREMENTS Preference may be given to candidates with a Bachelor’s degree preferably in sciences and two years of experience. Preference may be given to candidates who are a Certified Professional in Food Safety (CPFS) or a Registered Environmental Health Specialist / Registered Sanitarian (REH/RS). Successful candidate must be or become a Certified Professional in Food Safety (CPFS) or a Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Registered Sanitation (REH/RS) within one year of employment. KNOWLEDGE Knowledge of federal and state meat, poultry food and drug, swimming pool, dairy and egg regulations, and labeling laws. Knowledge of principles and concepts of microbiology, chemistry, and food service. Knowledge of practices, procedures, methods of techniques of inspection surveying, sampling, and reviewing blueprints and facility designs for all types of facilities inspected. Knowledge of water supplies and sewage system designs and operations as affected by food safety and public health. Knowledge of record-keeping and computer systems. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor’s Degree Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Inspection) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Inspection Specialist I OR Education & Experience Substitution: 3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Inspection) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Inspection Specialist I Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Must be able to read and operate testing equipment. Must be able to perform meat slaughter and processing inspections in a damp environment. NOTES FLSA: Non-Exempt The Wyoming Department of Agriculture may use a video interview as a mandatory first step of our process. If chosen for a video you will receive an email with all the necessary information to complete the process. The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version. #J-18808-Ljbffr