deputy agricultural commissioner/sealer

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER/WEIGHTS AND MEASURES FILING DATES: January 21, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. (PST) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
EXAM NUMBER: V0026F
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity
JOB TYPE: Permanent
DEFINITION:
Directs the administrative and enforcement activities of a major division or program of the Department of Agricultural Commissioner/Weights and Measures.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
Positions allocable to this class report to a Deputy Director, Agricultural Commissioner/Weights and Measures and are distinguished by their management and administrative responsibilities for major divisions such as pest exclusion, produce quality, pest detection, weed abatement, pesticide regulation, device accuracy, business practice investigations, and pest management. All positions allocable to this class must have the ability to plan, control, direct and evaluate the work of field inspectors and support personnel. Incumbents must have refined written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to interact effectively with managers in other County departments and the industry. Responsibilities: Directs, plans, and schedules the administrative activities, enforcement inspections, and investigations conducted by a division.
Reviews, prepares, and presents performance evaluations.
Establishes and maintains effective communication with the Department's constituents including industry, community groups, and consumers to assure the delivery of effective inspection and service programs.
Assists in the development and achievement of bureau and division goals and objectives.
Prepares and manages a divisional budget including the ongoing monitoring of revenues and expenditures.
Reviews and prepares official correspondence, Board letters, press releases and special reports on behalf of the Agricultural Commissioner/Director of Weights and Measures.
Recommends bureau policy to the Deputy Director, Agricultural Commissioner/Weights and Measures.
Advises the Agricultural Commissioner/Director of Weights and Measures on technical and enforcement issues based on discussions with deputies from other counties.
Acts as a department liaison or leader on special projects and assignments, especially interagency programs, such as eradication activities.
Makes presentations before industry and community groups on Department services, programs, and projects.
Participates in progressive disciplinary processes.
Assists in the recruitment, selection, and training of new departmental employees.
May be required to travel out of town to represent the Department at meetings, trainings, seminars, etc.
Prepares and reviews Appraisals of Promotability.
Interacts with the Board of Supervisors' field deputies, Chief Executive Office analysts, and other county agencies.
Reviews and prepares bid specifications, evaluates and secures bids, and assures the fulfillment of contracts and inspection agreements.
Directs the investigation and prosecution of violations through criminal and civil suits, and acts as the departmental advocate in civil administrative hearings.
May act as bureau director in the absence of the Deputy Director, Agricultural Commissioner/Weights and Measures.
Assists in the review and evaluation of proposed legislation, regulation, and policy changes.
Assists in the development of Department policies and procedures, and assures their implementation and compliance.
Participates in grievance processes.
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from an accredited* four-year college** with specialization in the agricultural or biological sciences or other appropriate disciplines as determined by the California Department of Food and Agriculture - AND - Two years of full-time work experience at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Agricultural/Weights and Measures Inspector III.
LICENSE: Possession of State of California Deputy Agricultural Commissioner or a State of California Deputy Sealer of Weights and Measures Licenses - AND - All State of California agricultural inspector and weights and measures inspector licenses - AND - A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. PHYSICAL CLASS II - Light: Light physical effort which may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit, and some bending, stooping or squatting. Considerable walking may be involved.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of the remaining required State of California Deputy Agricultural Commissioner or Deputy Sealer of Weights and Measures license.
Possession of the State of California County Agricultural Commissioner and/or County Sealer of Weights and Measures licenses.
A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in any related fields of agricultural, weights and measures or public or business administration.
Completion of advanced courses from an accredited college or university in supervision, business management or human resources.
EXAMINATION CONTENT: This examination will consist of an evaluation of training, experience, Desirable Qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire based on the application information weighted 100%.
CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE WEIGHTED PART OF THE EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applications must be filed online only. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted.
Apply online by clicking on the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website.
Many important 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.

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