Agricultural Weights and Measure Inspector Trainee (Temporary)

DescriptionSALARY$24.16/hourThe Santa Barbara County Agricultural Commissioner/Weights & Measures Department is accepting applications to fill one Agricultural/Weights & Measures Inspector Trainee (Temporary) position in Santa Maria, CA. We are currently seeking motivated individuals to support vital agricultural and environmental programs through a variety of technical and administrative tasks. This part-time opportunity is ideal for those looking to contribute to public service while gaining hands-on experience in the field. If you’re passionate about agriculture, environmental stewardship, and community service, we encourage you to apply.The position is part-time, and the hours are based upon the current needs of the department. The position does not offer full-time benefits but does offer 40 hours of paid sick leave.Be part of a team that helps protect Santa Barbara County’s agricultural resources and consumer interests—apply today!This is a Civil Service Rules (CSR 905) Extra Help Appointment. An extra help appointment is defined as an appointment made to a non-regular, non-permanent position established on a temporary basis to meet peak loads, unusual work situations, seasonal and recurrent work, intermittent assignments, or emergencies. These positions are not subject to the Civil Service Provisions.The Ideal Candidate Will Be Able To Effectively speak before the public using tact, patience and courtesy. Perform moderately strenuous physical work which may involve walking on uneven ground, climbing, lifting and bending, and other related physical tasks. Perform work indoors and outdoors in all types of environmental conditions. Maintain a safe and orderly work area and adhere to all safety rules and policies.Examples of DutiesAgricultural/Weights & Measures Inspector Trainee Staff Perform a Variety Of Non-licensed Technical And Administrative Tasks; Perform Customer Service Functions; And Will Assist Agricultural/Weights & Measures Inspectors With Deploying, monitoring, and servicing insect detection traps; conducting field and backyard surveys. Operating and maintaining specialized equipment; testing and inventory monitoring of submeters. Conducting community outreach and educational programs. Conducting integrated pest management activities; attending meetings involving pest management for agricultural, structural, urban and forestry pests. Preparing reports and correspondence and keeping accurate records. Conducting surveys and assisting with inspections at producer sites, nursery and seed locations, organic production sites and other agricultural and retail locations. Gathering statistics and information; preparing data, maps and reports.Employment StandardsAny combination of formal education, training, and/or experience in agricultural, biological, physical science and related subjects and/or prior experience in insect detection programs. A bachelor’s degree is not required for this position. Note: A resume is not required to be submitted with your application but is encouraged.LICENSING/CERTIFCATION REQUIREMENTS: A valid California driver’s license may be required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.Supplemental InformationReview applications and supplemental questionnaire to determine those applicants who meet the employment standards.Successful candidates must pass a medical exam upon acceptance of a position. Please contact our Santa Barbara office at (805) 681-5600 or our Santa Maria office at (805) 934-6200 to inquire about the position or visit our website at http://www.agcommissioner.com for more information.Recruiters will communicate with applicants by e-mail during each step in the recruitment process. Applicants are reminded to check spam filters continuously during the Recruitment & Selection Process steps listed above to ensure they do not miss required deadlines.Disaster Service Workers: Pursuant to Governmental code section 3100, all employees with the County of Santa Barbara are declared to be disaster service workers subject to such disaster service. Activities as may be assigned to them by their superiors or by law.Statement of CommitmentThe County of Santa Barbara provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type with regard to any characteristic or status protected by any federal law, state law, or Santa Barbara County ordinance. The County continues to be committed to a merit-based selection process and to eliminating barriers to attracting and retaining top qualified candidates. The County has a long-standing practice of providing a work environment that respects the dignity of individual employees and values their contributions to our organization.APPLICATION AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE DEADLINE: Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 4:59 PM PST; Postmarks not accepted. Applications and job bulletins can be obtained 24 hours a day at www.sbcountyjobs.com.Leza Patatanian - lpatatanian@countyofsb.org