Consumer Protection Inspector - Hartford, United States - State of Connecticut

State of Connecticut Hartford, United States

2 weeks ago

Description

Introduction

Do you have experience in food safety? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you
The Department of Consumer Protectionis currently accepting applications for an exciting opportunity as a . WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

Competitive salary.

A Platinum Healthcare Plan, the nation's best for state employees and dependents, according to a report by Georgetown's Center on Health Insurance Reform an article by Ellen Andrews, Ph.D., along with .

Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings.

Paid time off including 13 paid holidays per calendar year.

Learn more about what sets us apart as an employer with our .

A culture that encourages work/life balance.

Professional growth and development opportunities.

Work for a Forbes top company: - State of CT receives National Recognition for offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits and Flexible Schedule.

State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click for more information.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Full-time, 40 hours per week

Monday through Friday

Hybrid telework schedules available

Location: 450 Columbus Blvd, in Hartford, CT

THE ROLE: The successful incumbent will:

Inspect premises, vehicles, equipment, products, processors and distributors of food and food products to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, and regulations

Inspect products for adulteration, correctness of weight and accurate, honest labeling and advertising

Investigate complaints including those regarding fraud and misrepresentation in sale of foods purporting to be produced or sold under a recognized certifying organization

Secure samples for analysis and testing

Testify at hearings and in court, gathering information and writing reports
ABOUT US: The mission of DCP is to ensure a fair and equitable marketplace as well as safe products and services for consumers in the industries that we license, regulate, and enforce. To learn more about our mission, vision and values, please click Watch the video below to see what it's like to be a State of Connecticut employee

Selection Plan

To Apply:

In order to be considered for this job opening you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the individual listed on this job posting.

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Please select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

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Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, resume, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.

Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.

The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class in the next twelve (12) months.

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Consumer Protection this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in conducting inspections to assess compliance with relevant state and federal laws and regulations.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Inspects premises, vehicles, equipment, products, processors and distributors of food and food products to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, regulations and standards to include Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HAACP) evaluations

Inspects products for adulteration, correctness of weight and accurate, honest labeling and advertising

Investigates complaints including those regarding fraud and misrepresentation in sale of foods purporting to be produced or sold under a recognized certifying organization such as but not limited to kosher, hallal or organic

Secures samples for analysis and testing

Testifies at hearings and in court; gathers information and writes reports

May inspect and test commercial scales

May assist in training of new inspectors

May speak before the public as assigned

May assist in performing inspections in other regulated areas in emergency situations

Performs related duties as required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of food processing, production, marketing and distribution; food sanitation and bacteriology; personal hygiene as related to food production; relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; inspection and investigation methods and techniques;

Skills interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills;

Ability to utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Five (5) years of experience in the inspection and enforcement of food laws and regulations OR production and distribution of food OR food bacteriology research OR quality control of food.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.

A Master's degree in a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

Successful completion of a Connecticut Careers Trainee program approved by the Department of Administrative Services may be substituted for the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in a public health or food safety program as an inspector, coordinator, or trainer.

Experience with interpreting statutes and regulations pertaining to agriculture, public health or food safety

Experience with collecting data to develop reports outlining corrective action for food safety or other public health concerns

Experience with food safety programs in public health, agriculture, or food manufacturing/production industry

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift heavy objects such as cases of food, bags of flour or cartons of manufactured goods, exposed to moderately disagreeable conditions and required to work in tiring positions.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group ofpositions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a singletitle for administrative purposes. Assuch, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/orresponsibility.

Overview

Employee Benefits As a State of Connecticut employee you may be entitled to a host of benefits that are not only attractive, but also may be portable should your career bring you to other avenues of state service. From 13 paid holidays to accruing vacation time, being a State of Connecticut employee not only gives you the opportunity to make a difference in someone's life, but the time to enjoy your own. Listed below are just some of the benefits the State of Connecticut offers depending on the position you hold:

Health & Dental Insurance

Accrued Vacation, Personal and Sick Leave (Subject to the appropriate bargaining union contract or state statute and regulations.)

Retirement Plan

Group Life Insurance

Supplemental Benefits Voluntary Defined Contribution Plans Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent Care Program, Medical Flexible Spending, and Qualified Transportation) Supplemental Benefits Programs (Auto and Home Insurance, plus Short and Long Term Disability) Life Insurance

State of CT Tuition Reimbursement Program

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