About the Role
The Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) is seeking to protect and promote Georgia's agriculture through superior service and leadership. The mission is to protect consumers, promote agriculture, and assist customers using education, technology, and a professional workforce. The vision is to be a globally recognized leader in agricultural excellence through a commitment to safety, quality, growth, and innovation.
Responsibilities
- Inspect and test the accuracy of small-capacity scales such as gold, produce, hardware, and meat scales, as well as up to 10,000 lb. platform scales used for weighing different products and commodities.
- Enforce all applicable laws and regulations in the area of assignment.
- Test weighing and measuring devices used commercially to ensure accuracy.
- Investigate related consumer complaints.
- Complete documentation of activities and prepare investigative summaries as needed.
- Verify compliance of use, specifications, and technical requirements of weighing and measuring devices.
- Maintain State vehicle and all equipment pertaining to the job.
- Work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Requirements
- Must have a valid Georgia driver’s license.
- Must have a clean driving record.
- Occasional overnight travel is required.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Customer service skills
- General knowledge of the Windows operating system
- Basic computer skills
- Basic mathematical skills
Location
- United States of America
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 1 year of experience in the area of assignment
- 2 years of college with 12 semester hours or 20 quarter hours in chemistry or life sciences
Education Level
- High school diploma/GED
Salary/Compensations
- $28,571.29 - $43,475.18
Benefits
- Robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career
About the Company
- The State of Georgia is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens.
- The Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) is committed to protecting and promoting Georgia's agriculture through superior service and leadership.
Equal Opportunity
- The GDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
- Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.
