What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASSOCIATE AGRICULTURAL/WEIGHTS AND MEASURES INSPECTOR position at County of Los Angeles?
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER/WEIGHTS AND MEASURES
EXAM #: V0005F
TYPES OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive
JOB TYPE: Full-Time/Temporary
Inspect commercial weighing and measuring devices for accuracy in commercial establishments.
Drives County vehicles to various work locations throughout the County of Los Angeles.
Prepares written reports, inspection certificates, citations, or other notices of violations.
Performs inspection procedures for fruits and vegetables and egg quality standards.
Inspects plants and plant material for pest organisms.
Inspects produce cases, nursery stock, commodities, air cargo containers, and other packaged goods varying in weight.
Uses a variety of hand-held or other equipment such as, but not limited to, refractometers, scales, graduated measures, hydrometers, phone devices, tablets, laptops, and computers.
Prepares daily and monthly reports of activities.
Warns violators of infractions or penalties.
Receives and applies training in the safe and effective use of various tools and equipment utilized in inspection, investigation, and/or enforcement activities.
Detects exotic pests.
Uses a variety of mathematical calculations, concepts, and formulas.
Collects samples from animals, plants, and/or products and routes them to laboratories for assessment, identification, and/or other testing.
Inquires about pesticides or chemicals to which person and/or animals may have been exposed for investigation referrals.
Directs or monitors the quarantine and treatment, destruction or return of plants or plant products.
OPTION I: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited* college or university with specialization in one or more appropriate disciplines in agricultural science, biological science, chemical science, physical science, mathematics, and/or statistics** -AND- Successful completion of a college or university level course in Botany or Entomology is required within one year from time of appointment.***
LICENSE:
A valid State of California Weights and Measures license in either Weight Verification -OR- Measurement Verification -AND- A valid Agricultural license in Pest Prevention and Plant Regulation shall be obtained within one year from time of appointment*** -AND- A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions.
LICENSE INFORMATION: Successful applicants for this position that require driving must obtain and present a copy of his/her driving record from the California State Department of Motor Vehicles before final appointment. Applicants should not present a copy of their driving history until asked to do so by the hiring department. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether an applicant's driving history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job. Licenses must not be currently suspended, restricted, or revoked.
PHYSICAL CLASS IV - Arduous: This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
*Accredited colleges and universities include all four-year colleges and universities that meet the accreditation guidelines indicated on this bulletin.
**In order to receive credit for the required degree and/or course work, certification, and licenses, you must include a legible copy of the official transcripts, official certificates and/or licenses from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization, and/or a legible copy of the official certificate and/or license at the time of filing or within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of filing application. Please submit documentation to CCortes@acwm.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name (Associate Agricultural/Weights and Measures Inspector), and exam number (V0005F).
***Successful completion of the probationary period includes completion of the remaining required course work in the field of Botany -OR- Entomology -AND- A valid State of California Weights and Measures license in either Weight Verification -OR- Measurement Verification -AND- A valid Agricultural license in Pest Prevention and Plant Regulation within one year from the time of appointment. Failure to provide successful completion of the required course work and licenses prior to the end of the probationary period will result in being released from the position of Associate Agricultural/Weights and Measures Inspector.
****Part-time experience will be considered based on pro-ration.
NO OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED.NOTE: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add CCortes@acwm.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, talentcentral@shl.com,
noreply@proctoru.com, and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of a multiple-choice test and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 100%, assessing General Problem-Solving Skills, Customer Focus, Learning Potential, and Responsibility.
Applicants must meet the Minimum Requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible register.
TRANSFER OF TEST RESPONSES:
- Applicants that have taken identical components questions recently for other exams may have their test scores automatically transferred to this examination.
- This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test scores may be transferred.
TEST PREPARATION:
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help in preparing for the test, we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.
An interactive system for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at http://hr.lacounty.gov/.
- Additional practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/.
Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.
Many important notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically only to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add CCortes@acwm.lacounty.gov as well noreply@governmentjobs.com, and
info@governmentjobs.com, donotreply@amcatmail.com, noreply@proctoru.com, talentcentral@shl.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 575-5464
Salary : $54,615
