Job Location: Jefferson City, MO
Salary: $58,000 - $60,000 (Plus full state benefit package) (Salary may be negotiable above listing based on candidate experience)
Why you’ll love this position:As a consumer, you’re protected by the Missouri Weights, Measures and Consumer Protection Division every time you shop. The division ensures the accuracy of all commercial weighing and measuring devices in Missouri. This is accomplished by annually certifying commercial weighing and measuring devices. The division has six weights and measures inspectors who certify the accuracy of large scales (capacity over 1,000 lbs.), such as livestock scales, vehicle scales, grain hopper and annually tests moisture meter devices. Any device used to determine the price of a commodity stands to be tested and certified by a weights and measures official. Whether it is a scale used in a grocery store, at a farmer’s market, or at a roadside produce stand, the device should bear an approval seal from the Weights, Measures and Consumer Protection Division.
This position will be domiciled in Jefferson City but during the first year, employee will be expected to spend approximately 50% of their time working with field staff in all regions of the state. Amount of travel after the first year will be determined by Program Manager but will not exceed 50%. A significant amount of time will be devoted to learning all aspects of the job, building relationships with field staff and working with Program Manager to ensure program is effective, efficient and accountable.
- Report directly to the program manager and assist with the management and supervision of approximately 20 field staff and 1 clerical position.
- Lead by example by adhering to all agency policies and procedures.
- Provide technical oversight and supervision to Large and Small Scale inspection staff and ensure that program staff are applying rules and regulations fairly and consistently throughout the state.
- Work directly with field staff in all regions of the state, testing scales, performing price verifications, package inspections, egg quality inspections and milk pricing investigations.
- Assist Program Manager with planning, coordination and implementation of program goals and their activities.
- Develop SOP’s for all program activities to achieve optimal efficiency and assist with training efforts.
- Build relationships with field staff to foster trust and accountability.
- Coordinate program communication and assist in developing outreach presentations to educate stakeholders and public on the importance of what we do.
- Work with Program Manager to ensure annual program budget is followed and ensure that program adheres to all state fiscal policies regarding purchasing and procurement.
- Facilitate positive relations between the program team, public, business stakeholders and organizations that impact the program.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: - Six (6) or more years of professional or technical/relevant experience in agriculture, business management, public administration or a closely related field. Experience can come from a combination of direct work experience and/or completion of a bachelor’s or associate’s degree program.
- Prior experience managing and supervising staff.
- Prior experience working in a regulatory environment/dealing with state or federal rules and regulations.
- Willingness to travel throughout the state, as needed, to learn the job and build strong relationships with field staff.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Principles.
- Ability to be responsive to multiple stakeholders, including Department leadership, fellow team members and the general public.
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.Benefits:
- 3 weeks paid vacation; 3 weeks paid sick leave; 13 paid holidays
- Health (medical, dental, vision) and free life insurance
- Retirement
- Up to $75/month match on savings plan
- 6 weeks paid leave for birth or adoption
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .
