Job Opportunity

Deputy Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer (North County)
Los Angeles County

Date Posted:

November 19, 2015

Salary:

$6,213.82 – $8,149.46 Monthly $74,565.84 – $97,793.52 Annually

Description:

**This examination will be used to fill a vacancy in North County**

FILING PERIOD: 10/07/2015 at 7:00 a.m. – Until the needs of the Department are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
EXAM #: V0026D
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: Open Competitive Job Opportunity

DEFINITION:
Directs the administrative and enforcement activities of a major division or program of the Department of Agricultural Commissioner/Weights and Measures.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS:
Positions allocable to this class report to a Deputy Director, Agricultural Commissioner/Weights and Measures and are distinguished by their management and administrative responsibilities for major divisions such as pest exclusion, produce quality, pest detection, weed abatement, pesticide regulation, device accuracy, business practice investigations, and pest management. All positions allocable to this class must have the ability to plan, control, direct and evaluate the work of field inspectors and support personnel. Incumbents must have refined written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to interact effectively with managers in other County departments and the industry.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Provides direction and supervision to professional and clerical staff; possesses a clear knowledge of laws, regulations and safety requirements associated with the function of the division; advises the Department Head, Chief Deputy and Bureau Chief regarding financial, personnel, and other matters and makes recommendations for problem resolution and policy development; coordinates services and programs of the division; directs, plans, and schedules the administrative activities, enforcement inspections and investigations conducted by a division; recommends bureau policy to the deputy director; reviews, prepares and presents performance evaluations; assists and cooperates in the investigation and documentation of employee misconduct and/or violation of policies and procedures; prepares and reviews Appraisals of Promotability; participates in the grievance and progressive disciplinary processes; reviews and prepares official correspondence and special reports; establishes and maintains effective relations with State, County, governmental agencies and private organizations for the purposes of resource availability and allocation; represents the department at meetings and other job-related functions with the industry, community groups, consumers and governmental offices; makes presentations before industry and community groups; acts as department liaison or leader on special projects and assignments, especially interagency programs; assists in the development and achievement of goals and objectives; assists in the review and evaluation of proposed legislation, regulation and policy changes; assists in the recruitment, selection and training of employees; and drives a motor vehicle to various locations throughout Los Angeles County to perform the job-related essential functions, as needed.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from an accredited* four-year college** with specialization in the agricultural or biological sciences or other appropriate disciplines as determined by the California Department of Food and Agriculture including the successful completion of college level courses in both Botany and Entomology – AND – Two years of work experience at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Agricultural/Weights and Measures Inspector III, Agricultural Inspector III, or Supervisor, Weights and Measures Inspection.

How to Apply:

Fill out your application and Job Specific Questionnaire completely. Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job.

The acceptance of your application will depend on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Please be sure your application shows complete information, including dates for education and jobs held which relate to this position. In the space provided for education, include the names and addresses of schools attended, titles of courses completed, dates completed, and number of credits earned. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, and salary earned. All information is subject to verification. We may reject your application at any time during the examination process.


If you are unable to attach required documents, you must fax them to (626) 652-0740 or email them to Andrea Cortez at acortez@acwm.lacounty.gov within fifteen (15) calendar days from filing. Please include your name, exam number, and exam title on the faxed documents

CONTACT INFORMATION:
ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 575-5464
Teletype Phone: (626) 585-5520
California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922

Filing Deadline:

WE MAY CLOSE THIS EXAM ANYTIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.

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