Position Title: NMDA Inspector,Inter - Possible Career Development Opportunity

Employee Classification: NMDA Inspector,Inter

College/Division: New Mexico Dept of Agriculture

Department: 181150-NMDA PETROLEUM STANDARDS BUREAU

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Remote Locations

Offsite Location (if applicable): Northwest New Mexico area (San Juan and McKinley Counties)

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  Entry level NMDA Inspector Inter ($ 42,269 ) or Associate ($ 38,426 )

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Exempt

Classification Summary:
Under moderate supervision performs regulatory inspections and otherwise enforces consumer and producer protection laws and regulations.

Classification Standard Duties:
Inspects agricultural and horticultural plants for disease, insects, and other plant pests. Inspects bee colonies for disease; sample feed, seed, and fertilizer for laboratory testing. Inspects pesticide applicators for compliance with the Pesticide Control Act. Performs marketplace inspections of pesticide products. Assists in cooperative spray programs. Assists in applicator training programs. Inspects fruits and vegetables for quality characteristics. Examines weighing and measuring devices for accuracy. Evaluates prepackaged items for correct weight, price, and label information. Inspects eggs for size and quality. Obtains product samples for lab analysis. Instructs and trains others in methods and procedures. Performs related duties as required.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Required Education:Bachelor's degree in a related field.; Required Experience:Three (3) years of experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined.; Equivalency:Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience as approved by Human Resource Services.; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE:University and Department policies and procedures; livestock and agricultural sector in New Mexico and the United States; state and federal laws and regulations.; SKILLS:Short-range planning; problem analysis and resolution; report preparation; public contact and relations; ABILITIES:Train workers; investigate complaints of alleged violations; understand and interpret policies and procedures; communicate effectively in written and oral form; develop and maintain effective working relationships; maintain accurate and orderly records; use independent judgment and initiative; organize and direct several activities; analyze and evaluate information.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
Perform inspection activities of fuel quality sampling, small volume, large volume, and LPG meter inspections.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Requirements of the Position
This position may be underfilled as a NMDA Inspector, Associate on a career development plan if unable to fill at the NMDA Inspector, Intermediate. Minimum requirements for the associate level: Bachelor’s degree in related field, no previous work experience. Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience as approved by Human Resource Services may be used to meet the minimum requirements.

50% travel

Must have and maintain a valid unrestricted driver’s license.

Work may involve direct contact or exposure to allergens including but not limited to: bees, peanuts, dust, animal feed, etc.

Department Contact:  Cheryl Mason-Herrera, 575-646-7523, nmdahr@nmda.nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon funding

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements: i.e. extreme temp, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, other potentially dangerous materials/situations that require safety precaution/protective equip

Physical Effort: Considerable physical activity. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.

Lifting Requirements: Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.

Risk: Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.