ESSENTIAL FUNCTION
Plans, assigns, coordinates, and reviews the work of staff assigned to a variety of inspection, enforcement, and control work, including quarantine inspection, pesticide use enforcement, rodent, weed, and bird control, nursery and apiary inspection, and weights and measures enforcement and inspection; coordinates assigned areas of responsibility with other County departments and government agencies; assists with the development and implementation of Agriculture Department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; provides, training, coordination, and input for the work evaluation of other Department staff; performs the full scope of agricultural and weights and measures inspection and enforcement duties as necessary; reviews inspection reports to verify compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and standards; investigates a variety of complaints, including those related to packaging and labeling fraud; enforces pesticide use regulations; may conduct hearings and examinations as delegated by department management; assists the public with pest control problems and issues restricted materials permits; gathers data and prepares a variety of reports; inspects, tests, and seals commercial weighing and measuring devices, including liquid measurement equipment; verifies the weight, measurement, contents, and labeling of packaged items; reviews and verifies weigh master certificates and records of weight certificates; tests electric meters; collects commodity samples for testing; files formal complaints; represents the Department with the public, community organizations, and other agencies.

Training and Experience:
Any combination of training or experience that would provide the knowledge and skills to successfully perform the listed duties is qualifying. A typical way, but not required, to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be:

At least one year of inspection and enforcement experience comparable to that of an Agricultural and Standards Inspector II with Siskiyou County.

Completion of advanced educational training in biological and agricultural sciences with courses in mathematics and physics in accordance with state of California licensing requirements (BA/BS Degree).

Special Requirements:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid and appropriate driver's license.

Possession of a valid Deputy Agricultural Commissioner or Deputy Sealer of Weights and Measures license issued by the state of California within one year of appointment.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; ability to walk in uneven terrain and on slippery surfaces; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; ability to crawl through various areas requiring movement on hands and knees; ability to climb, stoop, crouch, and kneel; lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, copiers, and FAX.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in office, outdoor, and driving environments; some assignments performed alone in remote locations; work is performed in varying temperatures; exposure to dust, pesticides, chemicals, and gases; continuous contact with staff and the public.