Consumer Protection Inspector

4 days ago

Portland, United States State of Maine Full time

**CONSUMER PROTECTION INSPECTOR**:
**Opening Date**:
May 02, 2024

**Closing Date**:
June 27, 2024 **(EXTENDED)**

**Location**:
Portland/Southern Maine

**Position #**:
00500-0926

**Position Type**:
Full Time

**Class Code**:
9103 - Weights/Measures

**Grade/Salary**:
Grade 23 - $47,840.00 - $64,542.40/Annually
- The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Division of Quality Assurance and Regulations is recruiting to fill the position of Consumer Protection Inspector in Portland/Southern Maine._

**BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION**:The primary focus of this position is to perform inspections of weighing and measuring devices. The position inspects, tests, and approves for use, commercial meters in the sale of petroleum products, large and small capacity scales and other measuring instruments used in commercial transactions that impact industry and consumers.

This position may also perform inspection of package checking and method of sale, wood measurement, vehicle tank meters, propane meters, and other inspections as required as set forth by State rules, regulations, and Division policy. Applicant must be able to gather information, interpret regulations, assess findings to determine non-compliance, and write non-compliance records in an accurate, descriptive, and precise manner.

Weights and measures knowledge, inspection experience, mechanical repair, good mathematical skills, and computer literacy are a plus.

Some statewide travel is required.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**:Four (4) years of education, training, and/or experience in the field of microbiology, agricultural science, food science, applied mechanics, regulatory/law enforcement, or weights & measures.

**LICENSING/REGISTRATION/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS**:_(These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class): _Federal (USDA)/State Inspector License for the products being inspected.

**SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION**:Must be willing to attend out-of-state training. Must successfully complete all training with a passing grade. Must be willing to work a schedule that may include holidays and scheduled days off as necessary. Must be willing to perform relief inspections statewide.

**HOW TO APPLY**: Interested applicants will need to complete and submit an online State of Maine Direct Hire _Application_, along with a _Cover Letter, _and detailed_ Resume._
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**No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including**:

- **Work-Life Balance **- Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using **13 paid holidays**, **12 days of sick leave**, and **3+ weeks of vacation leave.** Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
- **Health Insurance Coverage**- The State of Maine pays **85%-100%** of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
- **Health Insurance Premium Credit**- Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
- **Dental Insurance**- The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
- **Retirement Plan**- The State of Maine contributes **13.41% of pay** to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
- **Gym Membership Reimbursement**- Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
- **Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts**- Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
- **Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness**- The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
- **Living Resources Program **- Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
- **Parental leave **is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive **forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave**. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
- **Voluntary Deferred Compensation**- Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
- Learn about **additional wellness benefits** for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

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