Job Description
Deputy Director of Agriculture & Measurement Standards - Department Promotional is listed by Kern County. Kern County is seeking a Deputy Director of Agriculture & Measurement Standards to lead enforcement of agricultural and weights and measures laws in Bakersfield, California.
This role is unseal to eligible employees of the Department of Agriculture and Measurement Standards through a promotional examination. This role covers overseeing compliance with state and county regulations, managing inspection programs, and making sure correct measurement standards across the region.
Ideal for experienced professionals with a sturdy background in agricultural law enforcement and a valid California driver's license.
Salary & Compensation
Salary: $7,703 - $9,206 per year.
Qualification
You must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college meeting California Secretary of Agriculture standards.. A legitimate County Deputy Agricultural Commissioner or Deputy Sealer of Weights and Measures license.. And three years of increasingly responsible enforcement experience.
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university meeting California Secretary of Agriculture standards.
- Possession of a sound County Deputy Agricultural Commissioner license OR County Deputy Sealer of Weights and Measures license.
- Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in enforcement of agricultural and/or weights and measures laws and regulations.
- Possession of a legitimate Class C California driver's license.
- Open only to eligible employees of the Kern County Department of Agriculture and Measurement Standards (Department Promotional).
- Must attain at least 70% score on each phase of the examination process.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Enforce agricultural and weights and measures laws and regulations within Kern County.
- Oversee and organize inspection programs for agricultural commodities and measurement devices.
- Carry out investigations and inspections to confirm compliance with state and county standards.
- Arrange reports and documentation on enforcement activities and findings.
- Give guidance and training to workforce on regulatory requirements and enforcement procedures.
- Collaborate with other agencies and departments on cross-jurisdictional enforcement matters.
- Respond to public inquiries and complaints about agricultural and measurement problems.
- Participate in the development and execution of departmental policies and procedures.
Conditions & Requirements
- Sound Class C California driver's license called for.
- Must be an eligible employee of the Kern County Department of Agriculture and Measurement Standards.
- Must pass a background investigation and/or oral exam as piece of the appraisal procedure.
- Must be willing to perform full-time in Bakersfield, CA.
- May demand to work occasional evenings or weekends for inspections or emergencies.
Benefits
- Competitive pay variety of $7,703 - $9,206 per year (actual pay depends on expertise and qualifications).
- Full-time employment with steady county public sector post.
- Opening for path advancement within the Department of Agriculture and Measurement Standards.
- Finalize gains package such as health insurance, retirement schemes, and paid exit (points open upon take on).
How You Will Be Evaluated
- Appraisal (100%): Evaluation of training, education, background, interest, and personal fitness for the role.
- Appraisal may involve investigation, oral exam, and/or examine of application.
- You must reach at least 70% on each phase of the examination routine.
- Examination components for promotional testing will be administered on scheduled dates/times/locations without exception.
Required Documents
- Finished online application through the authorized submission portal.
- Supplemental questionnaire (if needed by the submission).
- Proof of education (transcripts or diploma) verifying Bachelor's degree.
- Copy of legitimate County Deputy Agricultural Commissioner or Deputy Sealer of Weights and Measures license.
- Copy of sound Class C California driver's license.
- Any additional documents specified in the role announcement.
How to Apply
- To put in, eligible employees of the Kern County Department of Agriculture and Measurement Standards must submit an online submission through the formal submission portal. Build or to your candidate account, wrap up the application and any supplemental questions, and attach all called for documents (proof of education, licenses, and driver's license). Guarantee your submission is handed in before the closing date o…
Additional Information
- This is a Department Promotional Examination unseal only to present employees of the Kern County Department of Agriculture and Measurement Standards.
- The appraisal process may cover an oral exam and/or background investigation.
- You must meet minimum qualifications by the submission cutoff.
- A valid Class C California driver's license is needed and must be maintained throughout employment.
- The pay span is $7,703 - $9,206 per year, with actual pay dependent on qualifications and know-how.
- For questions about the role or submission workflow, contact the Kern County Human Assets Department.
- All examination components are scheduled without exception; you must be on offer on the designated dates.
About Company
Kern County is a nearby state entity serving the Central Valley of California, with its administrative offices situated in Bakersfield. The Department of Agriculture and Measurement Standards is responsible for enforcing agricultural laws and securing precise weights and measures to safeguard consumers and advance reasonable trade.
This role offers an chance to contribute to public safety and regulatory compliance within a dedicated staff of professionals. Kern County is named as the hiring organization for the Deputy Director of Agriculture & Measurement Standards - Department Promotional post.
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