Assistant Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights and Measures - Department Promotional

To qualify.. You must have graduated from an accredited four-year college with a bachelor's degree that meets California Secretary of Agriculture standards.. Possess a valid California County Agricultural Commissioner or Sealer of Weights and Measures license.. And have five years of increasingly responsible experience in enforcing agricultural or weights and measures laws.

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in a major that meets the minimum qualifications established by the California Secretary of Agriculture.
• Possession of a valid County Agricultural Commissioner license OR County Sealer of Weights and Measures license issued by the State of California.
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in the enforcement of agricultural laws and regulations and/or weights and measures laws and regulations.
• Open only to eligible employees of the Kern County Department of Agriculture and Measurement Standards (Department Promotional).
• Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.
• Appraisal (100%) based on training, education, experience, interest, and personal fitness for the position.

Enforce agricultural laws and regulations to ensure compliance with state and local standards.

• Enforce weights and measures laws and regulations, including inspection and testing of weighing and measuring devices.
• Conduct investigations and inspections related to agricultural products and commercial transactions.
• Prepare reports and documentation on enforcement activities and findings.
• Provide guidance and education to the public and businesses on agricultural and weights and measures requirements.
• Collaborate with other agencies and departments on regulatory matters.
• Participate in court proceedings and legal actions as needed.
• Supervise or train lower-level staff as assigned.

Must be an eligible employee of the Kern County Department of Agriculture and Measurement Standards.

• Possession of a valid California driver's license may be required.
• Must pass a background investigation and/or oral exam as part of the appraisal process.
• Ability to work in the field and office environments.
• May be required to work occasional evenings or weekends for inspections or investigations.

Competitive salary range of $8,947

• $10,692 per year.
• Full-time employment with Kern County government.
• Opportunity for career advancement within the Department of Agriculture and Measurement Standards.
• Complete benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance (typical for county employees).
• Retirement benefits through the county retirement system.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

This is a Department Promotional Examination open only to current employees of the Kern County Department of Agriculture and Measurement Standards.

• The appraisal process may include an oral exam and/or investigation.
• Candidates must achieve a minimum score of 70% on each phase to pass.
• The position is based at 1115 Truxtun Avenue, First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301.
• For questions, contact the Kern County Human Resources or the Department of Agriculture and Measurement Standards.
• All examination components will be held at scheduled times and locations; no exceptions will be made.
• Veterans' preference may apply as per county policy.

Kern County is a local government entity serving the Central Valley of California, with a mission to provide essential public services including agriculture regulation, public safety, and community development. The Department of Agriculture and Measurement Standards enforces state and local laws related to agricultural products, pest control, and weights and measures to protect consumers and ensure fair trade. Working for Kern County offers a stable career in public service with opportunities for professional growth within a dedicated team. Kern County is named as the hiring organisation for the Assistant Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights and Measures

• Department Promotional post.