AGRICULTURAL/WEIGHTS & MEASURES INSPECTOR II

AGRICULTURAL/WEIGHTS & MEASURES INSPECTOR II Print ( ufeff AGRICULTURAL/WEIGHTS & MEASURES INSPECTOR II Salary $66,236.88 - $89,262.72 Annually Location Los Angeles County, CA Job Type Full time Job Number V0009G Department AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER WEIGHTS AND MEASURES Opening Date 06/30/2025 Closing Date Continuous + Description + Benefits + Questions Position/Program Information DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER/WEIGHTS AND MEASURES EXAM NUMBER V0009G WHEN TO APPLY The application filing period will begin onTuesday, July 1, 2025, at 8:00 a.m.(PT) - Continuous. We will keep accepting applications until the positions are filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates. TYPE OF RECRUITMENT We welcome applications from anyone. Why work for us? With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments, we provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential. Essential Job Functions + Performing various inspections and investigations (e.g., orchards, farms, nurseries, mills, apiaries, and plant shipments for agricultural pests and diseases; pesticide use applications, storage equipment, worker safety records, and pesticide illness complaints; shipments for compliance with labeling, weighing, and measuring codes; electrical and liquid propane gas meters and large capacity scales; produce cases, nursery stock, commodities, and other packaged goods weighing 25 pounds or more) by weighing and measuring devices used in commercial transactions; making test purchases or sales to verify accurate weight or measure; using a variety of handheld or other test equipment (e.g., pesticide air testing devices, refractometers, scales, graduated measures, hydrometers, laptop/tablet computers); determining presence of injurious weed/vertebrate pests and provides estimates for their control; utilizing a variety of mathematical formulas (e.g., algebra); and collecting appropriate fees; in order to enforce standardization and other Federal and State regulatory requirements. + Preparing a variety of written documents (e.g., written notices of violation, reports of findings and recommended actions, inspection certificates) by analyzing information; investigating code violations; gathering evidence; maintaining records; and following standard English, grammar, mechanics, punctuation, and usage; in order to clearly communicate pertinent information to relevant parties. + Providing technical assistance to various individuals (e.g. employees at different levels within the organization, other agencies, public, etc.) by responding to inquiries, requests, and complaints (e.g. pest control methods and/or concerns, and related subjects) and testifying in administrative, civil, or criminal actions and proceedings; in order to ensure that laws and regulations, best practices, and industry standards are being followed, and that any concerns or issues are promptly addressed. + Representing the department at public functions and other events by delivering presentations and informational materials to industry groups, public, and other agencies. + Participating in and facilitates training programs (e.g. workshops, conferences, training sessions, etc.) regarding inspection, investigation, and enforcement activities, and the safe and effective use of various tools and equipment. For additional information regarding the classification standards, please see the Los Angeles County Class Specification forAgricultural/Weights & Measures Inspector II, #0009 (. Requirements 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-Two (2) years of experience at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Agricultural/Weights and Measures Inspector I performing agricultural or weights and measures inspections for a public jurisdiction. OPTION II : A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in any discipline with a minimum of 30 semester units, or equivalent (e.g. 45 quarter units) , in one or any combination of the following fields: agricultural science, biological science, chemical science, physical science, mathematics, and/or statistics-AND- Two (2) years of experience at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Agricultural/Weights & Measures Inspector I performing agricultural or weights and measures inspections for a public jurisdiction. WITHHOLDS OR OUT-OF-CLASS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION MUST BE FULLY MET AT THE TIME OF FILING AND CLEARLY INDICATED ON THE APPLICATION. LICENSE: A valid State of California weights and measures license in Weight Verification and Measurement Verification -AND- a valid State of California agricultural license in Commodity Regulation, Pest Prevention and Plant Regulation, and Pesticide Regulation. -AND- A valid California Class C Driver License is required to perform job-related essential functions. Some positions may require a Class A or Class B driver license. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: Accredited colleges and universities include all four-year colleges and universities that meet the accreditation guidelines indicated on the bulletin. To receive credit for your education, include a copy of your official diploma, official transcript, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution. The document must clearly demonstrate the degree(s) you are in the process of obtaining or have already obtained. For Option II, an official transcript demonstrating the required unit must be included. If your degree was already conferred, the document should show the date the degree was conferred. The document must be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. Transcripts from foreign universities will be accepted ONLY if evaluated and deemed to be equivalent to degrees from United States accredited institutions by an academic credential evaluation agency recognized by The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluation, Inc. (AICE). A transcript submitted that is expressed in a language other than English will NOT be accepted and may result in your application being rejected. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: You will also need to provide verification of the required licenses with your application. If you are unable to attach the required documents, please e-mail them to within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing your application. Include the exam number, and exam title in the Subject line of your e-mail. Part-time experience will be considered based on proration. Please refer to Los Angeles County's Class Specification #0007 ( for a full description of

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