CDA - ICS Inspector/Southeast Territory (CDL Driver)
CDA - ICS Inspector/Southeast Territory (CDL Driver)
***$2,000 Signing Bonus***
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Who we are:
Agriculture is a part of all our lives. When you eat, put on clothes, or care for an animal--your life is touched by agriculture. Colorado's food and agriculture industry generated $47 billion of economic activity in 2019 and supports nearly 5% of the state's workforce. CDA is proud to be a part of such an important industry.
Mission:
The CDA's mission is to strengthen and advance Colorado's agriculture; promote a safe and high-quality food supply; protect consumers; and foster responsible stewardship of the environment.
Core Values: Partnership, Service, Professionalism, Proactivity, and Respect
CDA Wildly Important Goals:
To accomplish our mission, CDA focuses on four “wildly important goals:”
Goal 1: Building Economic and Supply Chain Resilience
Goal 2: Advancing Voluntary Stewardship
Goal 3: Supporting the Next Generation in Agriculture
Goal 4: Promoting Animal Health and Welfare
We use these goals to focus and align the daily work of our staff in support of Colorado farmers and ranchers. Learn more about our Department and our wildly important goals in our performance plan on our website.
What you get from us:In addition to a great work location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:- Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus optional 401(k) and 457 plans (www.copera.org)
- Medical and dental health plans (https://stateofcoloradobenefits.com/)
- Employer supplemented Health Savings Account ($60 per month)
- Paid life insurance, plus additional optional life insurance options
- Paid Short Term Disability and optional Long Term Disability coverage
- 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave accruals
- BenefitHub state employee discount program
- Employee Wellness program MotivateMe
- Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, remote work opportunities, free parking, professional development and more!
To learn about the total compensation package for State government employment visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/totalcompensation
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Learn more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion by visiting our EDI Homepage: https://dpa.colorado.gov/about-us/edi. -
Work Unit:This work unit exists to conduct regulatory inspections for the Measurement Standards Act, Commercial Fertilizer Act, Anhydrous Ammonia Act, Egg Law, Commercial Feed Law, Custom Processing of Meat Animals Act, Produce Safety Rule, and the Sale of Meat Act.Position:Conduct Field Inspections:
This is an entry level position work with the Section Chief and Work Lead, in order to conduct professional inspections to obtain compliance with the Inspection and Consumer Services Division laws. Coordinates and schedules inspection work in an assigned geographical area to conduct all required field work, including, but not limited to inspections, interviews, investigations, tests, certifications, and reporting. Inspections are performed in the areas of weights and measures, feeds, fertilizers, anhydrous ammonia, eggs, meat processing facilities, and farm products. Performs statutory enforcement work by inspecting facilities and acquiring samples of products to ensure compliance with state laws and regulations related to proper grading, sanitary conditions, proper labeling, approved procedures, and business practices. Inspects weighing and measuring devices for accuracy, issues license applications and collects license fees. Takes appropriate action to achieve compliance with applicable laws by issuing enforcement actions such as civil penalties, cease and desist orders, stop sales, device rejection orders, and other regulatory actions as necessary. Investigate and attempt to resolve complaints involving regulated product, firms, or individuals. Position will be required to have and maintain a Colorado commercial driver’s license (Class B, with air brakes) to accomplish the travel requirements of this position. Travel for this position could be up to twelve weeks per year.
Duties:- Position will drive a state issued truck or other vehicle to each inspection site. Overnight travel, including week-long stays in hotels, is required for inspections away from the workstation.
- Inspect weighing and measuring devices for accuracy and overall compliance with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Handbook 44 guidelines.
- Operate a truck-mounted crane to remove test cart and test weights from the truck and places them on scales.
- Drive the self-propelled test cart to various sections of the scale.
- Records the various readings displayed by the scale and determines if the reading is within allowed tolerances. Duties require the lifting and carrying of up to 100 lbs. at a time and pushing/pulling up to 1,000 lbs. on a two wheeled weight cart designed for that purpose.
- Inspect hopper scales for accuracy by lifting and attaching 50 lbs. weights to the overhead scale.
- Inspect railroad track scales for accuracy by comparing displayed weights to the actual weights of test cars supplied by railroad representatives.
- Perform label reviews of retail packages for compliance with statement of identity, quantity and responsibility requirements, scans items for pricing accuracy.
- Inspect eggs for quality, grade, wholesomeness, proper storage, and labeling.
- Inspect feed and fertilizers for quality, adulteration, registration and proper labeling, feed manufacturers and dealers for compliance with FDA BSE Rule.
- Inspect anhydrous ammonia tanks for safety.
- Inspect meat processing plants for sanitation and for compliance with State and USDA laws; inspects home food service providers and farm products dealers for licensing and compliance.
- Perform various types of inspections under cooperative agreements with other governmental agencies such as USDA Custom-Exempt Meat Processor, FDA Medicated Feed Mill, USDA COOL, and FDA BSE inspections.
- Collect, preserve, and submit to the lab official samples of feed, fertilizer, compost, and environmental surfaces.
- Properly complete documentation and paperwork to accompany samples for testing and analysis by the lab. Uses computer databases to determine license or registration status of regulated firms, products, and individuals.
- Enforce all laws under the jurisdiction of the Division to obtain and maintain compliance.
- Assess and determines the nature of violations and recommends courses of enforcement actions to their supervisor.
- Follow procedures to take appropriate regulatory action such as issuing stop sales, cease & desist orders, violations/fines, and other regulatory actions.
- Investigate complaints, violations encountered during regular work, and information received from other governmental agencies.
- Provide timely, accurate and concise updates, reports, and summaries to the office.
- Prepare cases for further regulatory actions, hearings, or possible court action if warranted.
- Testify in administrative hearings or court, as needed.
- Uses a state issued laptop computer to enter all inspection information into appropriate computer programs and/or electronic databases.
- Evaluates inspection results and composes reports after each inspection which are free of spelling errors and are grammatically correct.
- Original inspection report and any associated documents will be submitted to the office and copies given to each inspected firm or individual.
- Monthly/Biweekly time sheets will be completed correctly and submitted to the office on time and will accurately reflect the hours worked.
- Federal expense tracking, credit card statements, leave slips and other necessary paperwork will also be submitted to the office on or before established deadlines.
- Schedule and prioritize inspections to be performed based upon schedules, assigned risk value or Program Manager Requests from the office or computer databases.
- Maintain an awareness and recognition of firms or individuals doing business in the assigned territory.
- Prepare and submit itineraries and/or work plans as requested.
- Plan overnight travel for out-of-town inspections.
- Utilize maps and other scheduling tools to develop inspection itineraries that promote the most efficient use of all Division resources.
- Provide compliance assistance and education to regulated firms/individuals.
- Educate and informs the public, clients, and other agencies of the Division’s statutes, regulations, requirements, and functions.
- Receive training and practices new techniques and procedures, statute/rule changes, and policies. Includes, but not limited to, attending scheduled meetings/trainings and time spent studying training materials and other information from the office.
- Perform other duties assigned by supervisor or another authority within the Department such as performance of inspections in vacant territories or conducting data collection surveys as requested by program managers.
- Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
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Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application. This posting may be used to fill more than one vacancy.
You must be willing to live in or near the assigned territory (Reside in any of the following counties: Pueblo, El Paso, Otero, Bent, Prowers, Crowley).
Salary Range:$22.26 - $26.71 Hourly
$3,858.00 - $4,630.00 Monthly
$46,296.00 - $55,560.00 Annually
This position is advertised in line with the Governor’s executive order focused on skills-based hiring practices that focuses on the knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to the job and aligns the hiring process accordingly. Skills-based hiring reduces potential barriers for applicants and allows for reduced bias in the hiring process by providing a direct description of skills that are unique to the duties assigned to the position with a recognition that the applicant may have developed these skills through education, training, or past experiences.Minimum Requirements:Proven Experience, Knowledge, Skills:- Work experience related to the position (such as working in an agricultural or other setting that includes driving, inspection, quality assurance, investigation and/or equipment operation).
- One (1) year of experience must including driving a Commercial Motor Vehicle class B or higher.
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Education:-
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in agriculture or in a field of study closely related to the work assignment. An unofficial copy of transcripts must be submitted at the time of application that shows the date the degree was conferred.
AND- One (1) year of experience must including driving a Commercial Motor Vehicle class B or higher. Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado commercial driver’s license - Class B, with air brakes (must attach a copy of your CDL at the time of application to be considered for this position).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Years of State service relative to the position.
- Knowledge of fertilizer, feed, weights and measures, anhydrous ammonia, eggs, meat processing facilities/firms, and farm products.
- Working knowledge of Goggle, Microsoft, and Excel.
Conditions of Employment:- Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado commercial driver’s license (Class B, with air brakes).
- Must be able to pass the pre-employment CDL drug and alcohol screening. Position is subjected to random CDL drug and alcohol screening throughout employment.
- Signing Bonus:
- $1,000 upon hire
- $1,000 after successful completion of the one-year probationary period.
- You must be willing to live in or near one of the following counties: Pueblo, El Paso, Otero, Bent, Prowers, Crowley.
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle for extended periods of time. Must be willing and able to travel away from home for weekly business trips, up to 12 weeks per year.
- Circumstances may require position to work outside of regular business hours.
- Ability to work indoors and outside as needed in inclement weather that could include hot, cold, wet, humid, and/ or windy conditions.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 lbs. at a time and pushing/pulling up to 1,000 lbs. on a two wheeled weight cart across ground, up ramps, or stairs.
Required Competencies:- Knowledge and experience working in a regulatory field. (preferred)
- Knowledge of fertilizer, feed, weights and measures, anhydrous ammonia, eggs, meat processing facilities/firms, home food providers, and farm products. (preferred)
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Computer Skills (Working knowledge of Goggle, Microsoft, and Excel)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to work independently.
- Detail oriented.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Work well under pressure.
- Strong relationship management skills and excellent representation of the department in community interactions.
- Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently.
Important Information:Part of, or the entire selection process for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application materials. Therefore, it is paramount that in the experience portion of your application, you describe the extent that you possess the education, experience and competencies outlined in the job announcement as well as the special and/or preferred qualifications. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may prevent you from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.Please submit the following:- Online application (completed fully) describing how you meet the minimum qualifications
- OR If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application (Download PDF reader). Paper applications must be received (either by US mail or email to mary.hunt@state.co.us by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.
- DD214 (if applicable)
- Unofficial copy of transcripts (if applicable)
Factors that will be assessed:- Technical Competence – Technical experience as it relates to the duties outlined in this job announcement.
- Depth and Breadth of Experience – Experience that covers multiple areas outlined in this job announcement. Experience should be varied and not one dimensional and demonstrate a wide range of community involvement.
- Job Fit – Experience will be evaluated to determine how well your past experience aligns with and meets the business needs of this position. Current experience is preferred.
Important Information: Part of, or the entire exam for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application material. Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received. Therefore, it is very important that you clearly describe all of your relevant experience on the application itself. Applications left blank or marked "SEE RESUME" will not be considered.
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All applications that are received by the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement by a Human Resources Specialist. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.
ADAAA Accommodations: Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact by phone or email at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.
The Department of Agriculture is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Mary Hunt, at mary.hunt@state.co.us or call 303-869-9006.CLICK HERE TO APPLY TODAY!!