Weights and Measures Regional Supervisor (Region II) #00335

Title: Weights and Measures Regional Supervisor (Region II) #00335

State Role Title: Compliance/Safety Officer III

Hiring Range: $57,733 - $79,536 annually

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Virginia Department of Agriculture

Location: HARRISONBURG LAB-OFFICE

Agency Website: www.vdacs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Office of Weights and Measures, is seeking an individual to serve as Weights and Measures Regional Supervisor. The regional territory includes the Cities of Alexandria, Arlington, Buena Vista, Charlottesville, Covington, Fairfax, Falls Church, Fredericksburg, Harrisonburg, Lexington, Manassas, Manassas Park, Staunton, Waynesboro, Winchester and the surrounding counties of Albemarle, Alleghany, Augusta, Bath, Clarke, Culpeper, Fairfax, Fauquier, Fluvanna, Frederick, Greene, Highland, Loudoun, Louisa, Madison, Orange, Page, Prince William, Rappahannock, Rockbridge, Rockingham, Shenandoah, Spotsylvania, Stafford and Warren. Duties include enforcing Weights and Measures Law and related regulations; supervising an administrative position; and managing up to eight (8) inspectors who test, inspect, and determine the accuracy of small weighing/measuring devices, including fuel motor dispensers. Duties also include administrative functions such as documenting activities, reviewing inspection/investigation summaries, training regional inspection staff, conducting and coordinating investigation activities relative to consumer complaints, providing technical expertise, assessing the quality of field activities, routine record keeping, and the coordination of the Virginia Motor Fuel Program. This position is expected to work in the field regularly with inspectors and may require occasional overnight travel. The selected applicant must reside or be willing to relocate within a reasonable distance of the VDACS Regional Office in Harrisonburg, Va. and be able to meet the physical demands of the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Comprehensive knowledge of and ability to understand/interpret assigned laws, regulations, and inspection procedures. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to implement all applicable inspection procedures. Ability to supervise assigned staff and address regional workload issues through effective planning and scheduling. Ability to operate assigned equipment. Basic mechanical ability. Demonstrated ability to analyze and solve problems, gather information, anticipate problems, investigate the validity of information, weigh consequences, and make sound decisions. Proficiency with standard office software applications is required. Ability to lift and carry at least 50 lbs. on a regular basis, bend as needed, distinguish colors and exhibit manual dexterity, and be willing to work outside in various weather conditions. Must have (or be eligible for) and maintain a valid Virginia driver’s license and have a driving record that reflects a sense of responsibility for highway safety. HS Diploma/GED required.

Additional Considerations

A combination of related education, training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge, skills, and abilities to include knowledge of business, criminal justice, agricultural sciences, or a related field is desirable in addition to experience in supervision, enforcement, inspection, or investigative activities in a regulatory environment is highly desirable.

Special Instructions

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The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that before we can legally employ an individual, we must verify both the identity and employment authorization of the individual. VDACS uses Form I-9 to satisfy this requirement. Form I-9, instructions, and the List of Acceptable Documents can be found at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9. VDACS does not offer sponsorship for employment purposes; therefore, the selected candidate will need to be able to provide acceptable documents in accordance with Form I-9 (use link above for more details). Additionally, VDACS participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized