What are the responsibilities and job description for the Agricultural/Standards Officer 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 is recruiting for Agricultural/Standards Officers who interpret, implement and enforce agricultural and weights and measures laws, regulations and policies.
For more detailed information, refer to the Agricultural/Standards Officer job description.
Applications are also being accepted for Agricultural/Standards Officer Trainee. A separate application is required.
Applications are also being accepted for Agricultural/Standards Officer Trainee. 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: SEIU
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
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.
Candidates must possess both the following EDUCATION and LICENSES to qualify.
| EDUCATION: | A completed bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college in any disciple with a minimum of 30 semester units (45 quarter) in one or any combination of the following disciplines: Agriculture Science, Biological Science, Chemical Science, Physical Science, Mathematics, and/or Statistics. |
| LICENSES: | Possession of six (6) core licenses issued by the State of California Department of Food and Agriculture. Core Licenses: 1) Pesticide Regulation 2) Pest Prevention and Plant Regulation 3) Commodity Regulation 4) Weight Verification 5) Measurement Verification 6) Transaction and Product Verification Copies must be submitted with your application. |
The ideal candidate will have more than two (2) years of experience interpreting, implementing and enforcing agricultural and weights and measures laws, regulations and policies. In addition, the candidate will possess:
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to compose clear and concise reports
- Proficient computer skills using standard office programs
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. Resumes will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in your Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be sure to include in your application and Supplemental Questionnaire any relevant experience and education that demonstrates that you meet the minimum requirements, as it will be used to competitively evaluate your qualifications; resumes will not be reviewed as part of the evaluation process. The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, may be referred for interview.
All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk, and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted 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 and 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 Policy.
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
Salary : $64,854 - $91,270