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Compliance Inspector I W&M

Recruitment #26-002928-0001

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Introduction



The Maryland Department of Agriculture is a department under Maryland's Executive Branch.  Formed in 1972 by the Maryland General Assembly to address the agriculture needs for the State of Maryland, the Department oversees and serves as a regulatory body for animal health, consumer services to include marketing and lab services, plant and pest management and resource conservation.  As the number one industry in Maryland, the diversity of agriculture programs in the State continue to expand and grow. 

The Maryland Department of Agriculture's Weights and Measures Program protects consumers and businesses by ensuring fairness and accuracy in commercial transactions involving the sale of goods by weight, measure, or count. The program inspects and regulates commercial weighing and measuring devices used across a wide range of industries, including retail, agriculture, fuel, and seafood. In addition to verifying the accuracy of pricing systems and packaged goods, the program conducts inspections, investigates consumer complaints, and promotes compliance with State laws and regulations to maintain integrity and confidence in Maryland's marketplace. 

Two positions will be available for this recruitment. Work will primarily be performed in with Anne Arundel County and surrounding area or Prince Gorge’s County and surrounding area.

GRADE

ASTD10

Main Purpose of Job

To ensure equity in commercial transactions between buyers and sellers of commodities, goods and services pursuant to the requirements of Title 11, Agriculture Article Annotated Code of Maryland which is Maryland's Weights and Measures Law. Two positions will be available for this recruitment. Work will primarily be performed in with Anne Arundel County and surrounding area or Prince Gorge’s County and surrounding area.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

  • Receive on-the-job training to inspect and test commercial weighing and measuring devices, including scales, fuel dispensers, vehicle tank meters, and other regulated equipment to ensure compliance with State and national standards. 
  • Inspect packaged commodities to verify net contents, labeling, and method of sale in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. 
  • Conduct inspections, document findings, prepare inspection reports, and maintain accurate records of inspection activities. 
  • Investigate consumer complaints involving commercial weighing and measuring devices and assist with compliance and enforcement activities. 
  • Enforce Weights and Measures laws and regulations by identifying violations and taking appropriate enforcement actions. 
  • Verify business registration information for regulated devices and assist with maintaining accurate registration records. 
  • Perform inspections on a variety of commercial weighing and measuring devices while developing technical knowledge and inspection skills through structured training.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: One year experience in performing inspections or investigations or taking enforcement action to ensure compliance with a set of standards, regulations or laws.

Notes:

1. Applicants may substitute fifteen credit hours in physical sciences; chemistry; mathematics; engineering, or law enforcement at an accredited college or university for the required experience.

2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience non-commissioned officer in quality assurance, inspection and grading classification or quality assurance, inspection and grading specialty codes in the agricultural commodity grading field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications

  • Experience working outdoors in a labor intensive position 
  • Experience requiring strong mathematical skills 
  • Experience coordinating work schedule to meet deadlines
  • Experience in compliance; such as applying and interpreting laws and regulations
  • Possession of a class A or a class B, CDL license 

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification are assigned duties, which require the operation of a motor vehicle and will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees in this classification may be assigned to any county or region of the State and may be required to establish residence within their assigned geographic area. This position willconduct field work that requires employees to be exposed to varying weather conditions. 

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not accept information submitted after this date. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered for this position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Report all education and experience related to the essential functions and qualifications of this position.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Your application is part of the examination process. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of this position. The rating will be based on the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is important you detail all experience and education related to this position completely and accurately.

BARGAINING UNIT STATUS

C

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is strongly preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Maryland Department of Agriculture  Human Resource Office, Room 304, 50 Harry S. Truman Parkway,  Annapolis, MD  21401. The Human Resources unit is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.
Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application. If you are submitting additional information, such as diplomas or transcripts, the preferred method is to upload them online with your application. If you are unable to upload, email is the preferred method of delivery. You may also mail, hand-deliver or fax (HR Fax # 443-602-9831). All paper applications must be received by the closing date, no exceptions. (Postmarks not accepted.)
If you are having difficulty with your user account, need to make adjustments to a submitted application or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management at Application.Help@maryland.gov ; ATTN: Recruitment and Examination Division
Inquiries regarding this recruitment can be directed to Courtney Blackistone at courtney.blackistone1@maryland.gov.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
Candidates with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. 


Click on a link below to apply for this position:

Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online
View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here.
Apply via Paper Application. You may also download and complete the Paper Application here.

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