The JobRECRUITMENT BONUS: Bonus payments up to $1500 in total compensation may be available for newly hired employees from this recruitment.*
REFERRAL BONUS: Employees in a regular position who refer a qualified candidate to this recruitment may be eligible to receive a referral bonus.*
*According to criteria in the Teamsters Unit Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) (Download PDF reader)
The
Department of Agriculture/Weights & Measures is recruiting for
Agricultural/Standards Officers who interpret, implement and enforce agricultural and weights and measures laws, regulations and policies.
For more detailed information, refer to the Agricultural/Standards Officer job description. Applications are also being accepted for Agricultural/Standards Officer Trainee. A separate application is required.
The eligible list established by this recruitment will be used to fill vacancies throughout San Bernardino County.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT The
Agriculture/Weights & Measures Department conducts regulatory programs and provides related services to protect the agriculture industry, businesses, and consumers in the County through the fair and equitable application and enforcement of laws and regulations. The programs are designed to protect and promote the health and welfare of the general public. For more information, visit http://cms.sbcounty.gov/awm/Home.aspx
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must undergo a background check, which includes fingerprinting and a medical exam.
Physical: Incumbents must sit, stand, bend, squat, kneel, twist and stoop. Requires grasping and fine manipulation in both hands. Frequent lifting and carrying of up to 50 pounds. Occasional lifting and carrying of objects up to 70 pounds and pushing/pulling of a loaded cart weighing up to 130 pounds.
Travel/License: Travel throughout the County is required. At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver's license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation. A Class A or B license may also be required depending on the assigned duties.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider to candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.
Minimum RequirementsCandidates must possess EDUCATION and LICENSES from State of California Department of Food and Agriculture to qualify.
EDUCATION: A completed Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college in any disciple with a minimum of 30 semester units (45 quarter) in one or any combination of the following disciples: Agriculture Science, Biological Science, Chemical Science, Physical Science, Mathematics, and/or Statistics.
LICENSES: Possession of six (6) core licensesissued by the State of California Department of Food and Agriculture.
Core Licenses: 1) Pesticide Regulation 2) Pest Prevention and Plant Regulation 3) Commodity Regulation 4) Weight Verification 5) Measurement Verification 6) Transaction and Product Verification
Copies must be submitted with your application.
Desired QualificationsThe ideal candidate will have more than two (2) years of experience interpreting, implementing and enforcing agricultural and weights and measures laws, regulations and policies. In addition, the candidate will possess:
- A Bachelor's Degree
- Six (6) core licenses issued by the State of California Department of Food and Agriculture
- A valid California Class A or Class B driver license
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to compose clear and concise reports
- Proficient computer skills using standard office programs
Selection ProcessThere will be a
competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the application and supplemental questionnaire. It is to your advantage to be explicit in your responses on the application and supplemental questionnaire.
Application Procedure : To be considered for this excellent opportunity, complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire before the posted deadline.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire - Do not refer to a resume.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
If you require
technical assistance, please click
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online application guide , or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the
Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click
here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.
Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process .
Professional UnitThe County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits,* please click here .
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/ .
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
Closing Date/Time: 8/2/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
