Supervising Agricultural/Standards Inspector

Supervising Agricultural/Standards Inspector County of San Diego - 4.0 San Diego, CA Job Details Full-time $90,937.60 - $111,820.80 a year 1 hour ago Qualifications Regulatory inspections Military Supervising experience Team management Technical writing Training & development 1 year Agriculture Senior level Leadership Integrated pest management Communication skills Employee evaluation Overseeing training Customer complaint resolution Full Job Description Job Summary Excellent Professional Level Opportunity County of San Diego

SUPERVISING AGRICULTURAL/STANDARDS INSPECTOR

Interviews will take place the week of July 6, 2026 The starting salary for this position will be based on the candidate's qualifications at time of appointment Future Salary Increases •June 2026 - 4.27% increase to base pay (3.50% Across-the-Board + .77% Market Adjustment) •June 2027 - 3.77% increase to base pay (3.00% Across-the- Board + .77% Market Adjustment) The County of San Diego is currently accepting job applications for Supervising Agricultural/Standards Inspector in Agriculture, Weights & Measures. Incumbents in this job class are responsible for supervising technical inspection and professional-related work in the enforcement of agricultural and/or weights and measures laws, regulations, and policies for consumer and agricultural industry protection. Also, incumbents in this class train, supervise, and evaluate staff and the work of various inspection, investigation, and enforcement projects and programs. Please read the Supervising Agricultural/Standards Inspector job description for additional information including minimum qualifications, example of duties, essential functions, etc. For additional information about the Department, visit the County of San Diego Agriculture, Weights & Measures website. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and experience in agriculture, farming practices, insect pests and diseases, pesticide use, and weighing and measuring devices is desirable. The capability of using customer service skills to resolve customer questions or complaints is highly sought after. The ability to facilitate groups, to prepare and deliver professional presentations to community partners, to provide operational training, to organize and maintain training schedules, and to develop educational curriculum and training objectives are important in this position. The ideal candidate should have the ability to encourage team collaboration, positive communication and demonstrate good judgment. Effective communication will also be desirable characteristic with the candidate having strong writing skills and be able to articulate technical information in a concise, compelling, and easy to understand manner.

Hiring Process and Timeline:

The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below. I. Job Offer and Background Process begins: Shortly after the interviews.

Note:

Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening. II.

Pre-employment Medical Screening:

Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results. III.

Anticipated Start Date:

Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date. If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies. Minimum Qualifications 1. One (1) year of experience as a Senior Agricultural/Standards Inspector with the County of San Diego; OR, 2. Three (3) years of experience as an Agricultural/Standards Inspector with the County of San Diego or equivalent experience in another California County, State or local agency. AND A. Possession of all five (5) of the following agricultural licenses from the

State of California, Department of Food and Agriculture:

Pesticide Regulation Investigation and Environmental Monitoring Integrated Pest Management Commodity Regulation Pest Prevention and Plant Regulation OR B. Possession of all three (3) of the following weights and measures licenses from the

State of California, Department of Food and Agriculture:

Weight Verification Measurement Verification Transaction and Product Verification NOTE:

In order to qualify under A or B listed above, a copy or copies of the State of California agricultural licenses OR State of California weight and measures licenses must be attached during Step 1 of the application submittal process. Blind Applicant Screening The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all new recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, will hide a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process will help contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire. Conditions of Employment As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process. Evaluation The names of qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based upon scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provide is accurate and qualifying. Accommodation Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job, on a case-by-case basis. As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans. Veteran's Preference Policy The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego. Please read the Veteran's Preference Policy for additional information. Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help! Please go to the Military Skills Translator to access the tool. Strategic Plan The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all.

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