Consumer Protection Inspector - 0926 (Portland/Southern Maine)

Location: Portland,Maine,United States

CONSUMER PROTECTION INSPECTOR

Opening Date:

May 02, 2024

Closing Date:

June 27, 2024 (EXTENDED)

Location:

Portland/Southern Maine

Position #:

00500-0926 

Position Type:

Full Time 

Class Code:

9103 - Weights/Measures

Grade/Salary:

Grade 23 - $47,840.00 - $64,542.40/Annually

The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Division of Quality Assurance and Regulations is recruiting to fill the position of Consumer Protection Inspector in Portland/Southern Maine.  

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: The primary focus of this position is to perform inspections of weighing and measuring devices. The position inspects, tests, and approves for use, commercial meters in the sale of petroleum products, large and small capacity scales and other measuring instruments used in commercial transactions that impact industry and consumers. 

This position may also perform inspection of package checking and method of sale, wood measurement, vehicle tank meters, propane meters, and other inspections as required as set forth by State rules, regulations, and Division policy. Applicant must be able to gather information, interpret regulations, assess findings to determine non-compliance, and write non-compliance records in an accurate, descriptive, and precise manner. 

Weights and measures knowledge, inspection experience, mechanical repair, good mathematical skills, and computer literacy are a plus. 

Some statewide travel is required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Four (4) years of education, training, and/or experience in the field of microbiology, agricultural science, food science, applied mechanics, regulatory/law enforcement, or weights & measures.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class): Federal (USDA)/State Inspector License for the products being inspected.

Preference will be given to candidates with a degree in Weights & Measures, and a Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION: Must be willing to attend out-of-state training. Must successfully complete all training with a passing grade. Must be willing to work a schedule that may include holidays and scheduled days off as necessary. Must be willing to perform relief inspections statewide.  

HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants will need to complete and submit an online State of Maine Direct Hire Application, along with a Cover Letter, and detailed Resume.

IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO APPLY ONLINE: Please mail the application materials listed in the "How to Apply" section to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155.

Direct Hire Application forms can be obtained by accessing the NRSC website at: https://www.maine.gov/nrsc/jobs/application.shtml

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• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. 
• Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.