What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agricultural/Standards Officer Trainee position at San Bernardino County?
RECRUITMENT BONUS: Bonus payments up to $2,000 in total compensation may be available for newly hired employees from this recruitment.*
REFERRAL BONUS: Employees in a regular position who refer a qualified candidate to this recruitment may be eligible to receive a referral bonus.*
*According to criteria in the Service Employees International Union, Local 721 (MOU)
The Department of Agriculture/Weights & Measures (AWM) is recruiting for Agricultural/Standards Officer Trainees who work under training conditions while learning the regulations and procedures and obtaining licensure and experience necessary to interpret, implement and enforce agricultural and weights and measures laws, regulations and policies.
For more detailed job information, refer to the Agricultural/Standards Officer Trainee job description.
Applications are also being accepted for Agricultural/Standards Officer. A separate application is required.
The eligible list established by this recruitment will be used to fill vacancies throughout San Bernardino County.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The Agriculture/Weights & Measures Department conducts regulatory programs and provides related services to protect the agriculture industry, businesses, and consumers in the County through the fair and equitable application and enforcement of laws and regulations. The programs are designed to protect and promote the health and welfare of the general public. For more information, visit https://awm.sbcounty.gov/about-us/.
EXCELLENT BENEFITS
To review job-specific benefits, refer to:
Benefits by Occupational Unit: Professional
Employee Benefits
Modified Benefits Option: Professional
Employee Benefits
Modified Benefits Option: Professional
County MOU: Professional Unit
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Promotion: Agricultural/Standards Officer Trainees are eligible for promotion to Agricultural/Standards Officer ($64,854.40 - $91,270.40) upon receipt of six (6) core licenses and a satisfactory progress report. Agricultural/Standards Officer Trainees must qualify for promotion within 36 months or be terminated.
Pre-Employment Process: Incumbents must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, work history verification, as well as a job-related physical exam and drug screening.
Physical Requirements: Incumbents must sit, stand, bend, squat, kneel, twist and stoop. Requires grasping and fine manipulation in both hands. Frequent lifting and carrying of up to 50 pounds. Occasional lifting and carrying of objects up to 70 pounds and pushing/pulling of a loaded cart weighing up to 130 pounds.
Travel/License: Travel throughout the County is required. At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver's license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider to candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.
EDUCATION: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in any discipline with a minimum of 30 semester (45 quarter) units in one or any combination of the following disciplines:
- Agriculture Science
- Biological Science
- Chemical Science
- Physical Science
- Mathematics
- Statistics
Candidates MUST submit legible copies of their qualifying degree and transcripts. For a complete listing of qualifying degrees and units, click HERE.
Qualifying degrees must be completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. In addition, degrees completed outside of the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service indicating equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at the college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.
The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in Agricultural or Biological Science from an accredited four-year college. Possession of one or more of the required State of California Department of Food and Agriculture licenses are highly desirable.
Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by Friday, May 1, 2026 at 5:00pm.
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in your Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department. Resumes will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans, their spouses, or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information (Download PDF).
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
Salary : $49,525 - $64,854