Salary: $44,890.00 - $67,678.00 Annually Location : *Home Headquartered, PA Job Type: Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number: N-2024-93650 Department: Department of Agriculture Division: AG Wgts And Msr Div Opening Date: 09/13/2024 Closing Date: 9/27/2024 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code: 70420 Position Number: 50303766 Union: AFSCME Bargaining Unit: G1 Pay Group: ST05 Bureau / Division Code: 00043420 Bureau / Division: Division of Weights and Measures Worksite Address: Refer to Work Schedule and Additional Information Contact Name: Zachary Bender Contact Email: ...@pa.gov THE POSITION Do you have a passion for safeguarding the interests of consumers, businesses, and manufacturers in Pennsylvania against deceptive practices and fraud? The Department of Agriculture is on the lookout for qualified individuals to fill the role of Weights and Measures Inspector. This vital position involves enforcing compliance with the State's Weights and Measures Laws and Regulations, playing a key role in maintaining fairness in the marketplace. If you are ready to make a difference, consider applying today and become a valued member of our team! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will be responsible for examining and performing accuracy assessments on weighing and measuring instruments utilized in commercial transactions. Your duties will include inspecting goods that are packaged, sold, or available for sale based on weight, measure, or count. Additionally, you will conduct audits of inspections carried out by Certified Examiners of Weights and Measures. Furthermore, you will investigate claims of fraud and misconduct, taking appropriate enforcement actions when required. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
- This is a home-based position; applicants must reside in one of the following counties: Susquehanna, Wyoming, Lackawanna, and Luzerne.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Four years of public contact work, including one year of experience in weights and measures inspections; and graduation from high school. or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the requisite knowledge and skills and abilities with weights and measures inspections.
Special Requirement:
- This position requires possession of a valid PA Class C driver's license.
Additional Requirements:
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ...@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short ! Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.* Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little extras that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box. *Eligibility rules apply. 01
Necessary Special Requirement - Do you possess a current Class C driver's license which is not under suspension?
02 If you answered Yes to the above question, please provide the issuing state, license number, and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below. 03 Do you possess four or more years of full-time public contact work that included at least one year in weights and measures inspections?
04 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. Required Question