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Food
Safety Specialist I - Montpelier, VT
State of Vermont
$22.86 an hour - Full-time
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Salary
$22.86 an hour
Job Type
Full-time
Full Job
Description
Overview
This field-based position will perform technical work for the Vermont Agency
of Agriculture, Food Safety Consumer Protection Division, Meat and Poultry
Inspection Service. The candidate will execute appropriate inspection
methods, determine noncompliance with Federal and State regulatory
requirements, document noncompliance, and initiate enforcement actions where
warranted, to ensure that regulated meat and poultry establishments produce a
safe, wholesome, unadulterated and properly labeled product.
This position is the first step in a career ladder for Food Safety
Specialists. Duties include both office and field work and are performed
under the supervision of the Meat Program Supervisor, with in-plant oversight
performed by senior Food Safety Specialist II and III. This supervision is
direct and close during the early phases of employment, but moderates in
accordance with trainee experience and progress in the role. Promotion to a
higher level Food Safety Specialist II position requires the successful
completion of the USDA FSIS training courses for Consumer Safety Inspectors
and any other mandatory training, the ability to be credentialed by USDA FSIS
for the LincPass identification via fingerprinting
and background check, demonstration of knowledge and proficiency in all the
duties required of a Food Safety Specialist I, completion of the probationary
period for state employment, completion of at least 6 months of independent
inspection activities, and a current performance evaluation rating of at
least satisfactory. FSS I are required to receive
and successfully pass ongoing additional annual training through the USDA
FSIS training courses, or through the USDA on-line learning system, such as
the Informational Security Awareness Rules of Behavior, and Civil Rights
Training.
The territory under recruitment encompasses parts of Orange and Washington
counties in Vermont. It is required that the incumbent live within a
45-minute drive to any point in the designated territory. For the first 6
months of training, the duty station will be in Montpelier, VT. However, it
is important to note, despite the territory listed above, duties often
require travel throughout the state. A private means of transportation is
required for travel. A fleet vehicle may be issued dependent upon state
policy mileage.
Who May Apply
This position, Food Safety Specialist I (Job Requisition #20321) , is open to all State employees and external
applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Craig Koscielski at Craig.Koscielski@vermont.gov
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Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled
from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be
considered.
Environmental Factors
Duties are performed in the meat inspection office or in the field at
assigned slaughterhouses, processing establishments, retail markets and
farmer's markets. Hazards such as slippery floors, 180
degree water, sharp knives and machinery, potentially dangerous
animals, contact with animal blood, tissue, and potentially zoonotic agents,
and heavy overhead objects falling may be encountered. Considerable field
travel is involved for which private means of transportation is required.
Work hours may not adhere to a regular workday and/or workweek schedule, with
overtime, weekend, or holiday assignments possible, again geared to a
Trainee's acquired level of training and experience. Food Safety Specialists
are considered essential employees of the Agency of Agriculture, Food and
Markets, which may require work during times that other state employees are operating
under a reduced work force scenario, on days that state offices are closed or
have delayed openings/early closings, and during times of hazardous driving
conditions.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in food science, microbiology, animal science, or
a field related to meat products.
OR
High school graduation or equivalent AND four (4) years or more as a butcher,
meat cutter, meat manager, or handler of commercial meat carcasses above a
retail packaging or cutting level.
Special Requirements
Normal color vision is required.
Total Compensation As a State employee you are
offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The
State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee
benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
80% State paid medical premium
Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families
Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit
pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous
leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
Low cost group life insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Incentive-based Wellness Program
Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont
celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual
respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds,
perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on
the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic
origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory
disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or
expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or
present military service, membership in an employee organization, family
medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The
State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment
actions by the State are forbidden.
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