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WV EXEMPT DIARY PROGRAM INSPECTOR - TEMPORARY Job at WV Department of Agriculture

WV Department of Agriculture Charleston, WV

Job Information

  • Date Posted
    2024-07-02
  • Location
    Charleston, WV
  • Job Title
    WV EXEMPT DIARY PROGRAM INSPECTOR - TEMPORARY
  • Gender
    Both
Job Title: WV Exempt Dairy Program Inspector - TEMPORARY
Division: Regulatory and Environmental Affairs
Headquarters: Guthrie Agricultural Center, Charleston, WV
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits and cannot exceed 1000 hours of work in a calendar year.

Nature of Work: This position plans, regulates, and coordinates the milk inspection and sanitation program. An employee in this position works directly with the Dairy Industry, Inspection Staff, and Support Staff in all matters concerning WV Exempt Milk.

Examples of Work:
  • Works with Dairy Program Manager for the statewide program for antibiotic and bacteriological sampling of raw and finished milk products in WV.
  • This position conducts inspections in the West Virginia Department of Agriculture's exempt milk sanitation program on a statewide basis.
  • Works with the Dairy Program Manager with the enforcement program, including permit issuance to dairy farms, milk truck inspections, milk haulers, cheese plants, and milk distributors.
  • Maintains records for raw and finished milk sample reports.
  • Conduct the state bulk milk hauler and sampler evaluation and inspections.
  • Conducts inspections and equipment tests at milk pasteurization plants and cheese plants.
  • Maintains uniformity of interpretation and enforcement of laws and regulations in the dairy inspection program.
  • Explains both verbally and in writing, state food laws to persons involved in the production, processing, handling, and sales of dairy products.
  • Coordinate efforts with Dairy Program Manager to obtain legal documents for initiating legal action against violators of the state rules, regulations, and laws governing the dairy industry.
  • Prepares and submits reports.
  • Conducts and attends meetings of business, government, and industry in relation to dairy topics.
  • Testifies in hearings.
  • Provide consultation and technical assistance on matters to the commissioner, directors, supervisors, regulatory officers, contract personnel, industry, federal, state and local officials and the general public.
  • Provides technical assistance to retailers, producers, and distributors.
  • Responds to consumer complaints.
  • Attends state and national meetings and training seminars.
  • Serves on WVDA and division committees as assigned or requested by administrators
  • Other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions: Frequently bend, squat, stand, sit, climb, kneel, reach above shoulder level, push/pull and/or walk for extended period, and operate motorized equipment. Must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds. Work requires being outdoors in extreme weather including heat, cold, rain and snow. Approximately 85% of work time is spent in travel throughout WV and may include overnight stay.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of WV Code Chapter 19 relating to duties and responsibilities of the WV Department of Agriculture, Regulatory and Environmental Affairs Division.
  • Must have general knowledge of the dairy industry.
  • Thorough knowledge of dairy inspection techniques and procedures.
  • Thorough knowledge of the sterile collection of samples.
  • Thorough knowledge of the FDA Pasteurized Milk Ordinance.
  • Possess a working knowledge of computer programs and skills.
  • Ability to comprehend and apply complex laws and regulations in diverse situations.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in verbal and written form.
  • Ability to make public presentations to industry, schools, professional and community meetings.
  • Ability to perform calculations.
  • Ability to determine program needs.
  • Ability to reason and analyze complex situations.
  • Ability to organize and carry out work assignments.
  • Ability to file and maintain a good record keeping system.
  • Ability to pay close attention to surroundings and detail so as to detect possible violations of the laws and regulations.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Graduation from an accredited 2 or 4 year college or university with a degree in dairy science, animal science, food science, agriculture, agri-business, or related fields.
Experience: Experience in the dairy industry can be replaced for education on a year for year basis.

Additional Requirements:
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • Satisfactory completion of pre-employment drug testing.
  • Satisfactory completion of pre-employment law enforcement background investigation, including DMV records.
  • Must maintain a positive image of the Commissioner, West Virginia Department of Agriculture, and the State of West Virginia.
This description is subject to review and revision at the discretion of the Commissioner and designees.
West Virginia Department of Agriculture is an equal opportunity employer


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