AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER PROTECT SPEC - 42000408 1

Date:  Jul 21, 2026

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Requisition No: 879836 

Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title: AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER PROTECT SPEC - 42000408 1

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 42000408 

Salary:  $45,000.02 - $49,500.10 

Posting Closing Date: 07/31/2026 

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AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER PROTECTION SPECIALIST

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES
BUREAU OF STANDARDS

***OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY***

The headquarters for this position is negotiable within Bay, Calhoun, Citrus, Columbia, Dixie, Escambia, Franklin, Gadsden, Gilchrist, Gulf, Hamilton, Holmes, Jackson, Jefferson, Lafayette, Leon Levy, Liberty, Madison, Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, Suwannee, Taylor, Wakulla, Walton, Washington County.

CONTACT:

Charles Davidson (850) 728-1321

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A high school diploma or its equivalent.

Requires possession of a valid Class E driver license.

***ATTENTION CANDIDATES***

To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:

• All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
• Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
• Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of s. 112.313, Florida Statutes, and Section 60L-36.003, F.A.C.

Extensive travel, including overnight and sometimes up to two weeks at a time on an emergency program, is required.    

NOTES:

To maintain fairness and integrity, applicants are required to provide honest and authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and selection process. Applicants must rely on their own personal knowledge, thoughts, and impressions. A candidate’s use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews will be taken into consideration when determining qualification for the position.

Successful applicants must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.

JOB DUTIES:

Inspect and test commercial weighing and measuring devices and related facilities for accuracy, correctness and general compliance with state laws and regulations.  Order the repair and/or remove from service devices not meeting tolerances and standards.  Oversee the correction of devices to ensure work is done properly by qualified personnel.

Record all inspections, findings, observations and field actions on official report forms.  Submit reports of disposition of violations to bureau supervision.  Maintain accurate records of installations or equipment to be inspected.  Submit updated records of equipment or facility changes as they occur in territory. Submit accurate records of daily activities and travel incurred in fulfilling assignments.  Submit accurate travel and other expense documents in accordance with department policies. Keep database up to date and in compliance with established directives. Report any problams with its operation to bureau management.  Follow department and bureau purchasing guidelines and submit required documentation to bureau offices as needed. Maintain assigned test equipment in prescribed condition.

Maintain specialized unit consisting of test truck, weight moving equipment and test standards; keep maintenance and records up-to-date. Operate test equipment according to all bureau policies, procedures and safety manuals.

Assist in and/or conduct price verification inspections and package inspections, draw and examine samples of petroleum products, antifreeze and brake fluid for laboratory analysis and assist other team members in other weights and measures inspections throughout the state. Remove from sale products which do not conform to established standards.  Oversee disposition of stop sale commodities and authorize release when standards are met.

Investigate violations or suspicious matters pertaining to articles of the Petroleum Inspection Law and Weights and Measures law; report findings and recommendations to supervisor.  Investigate consumer complaints on products or devices, reporting findings to complainant and Tallahassee headquarters.

Certify company or industry representatives who apply to repair and seal measuring devices.  Includes checking applicant's equipment and qualifications and approving for certification. Know and stay updated on all laws, regulations, test tolerances and inspection procedures.   Remain up to date on types of equipment inspected and be familiar with all facility locations. Maintain required safety training documents for assigned duties. Attend schools and seminars and educate industry and the general public on laws and regulations pertaining to weighing and measuring devices and related facilities.  Appear at meetings or exhibitions to speak on inspection activities as needed.  Appear as witness in court to testify on violations of the law.  Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

This position involves inspection duties that require the physical ability to perform activities that include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to lift and carry up to fifty pounds approximately 50 times per day.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to frequently bend, kneel, climb, stand, and walk several hours each day.
• Ability to work on uneven terrain.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck.  The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please visit www.myfrs.com;)
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the “Total Compensation Estimator Tool” located above under the “Posting Closing Date.”

SPECIAL NOTES:

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. 

Location: 

BRANFORD, FL, US, 32008 CHIEFLAND, FL, US, 32626 PANAMA CITY, FL, US, 32401 BONIFAY, FL, US, 32425 MARIANNA, FL, US, 32446 SNEADS, FL, US, 32460 EBRO, FL, US, 32437 APALACHICOLA, FL, US, 32320 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32514 LAKE CITY, FL, US, 32055 FORT WHITE, FL, US, 32038 ALLIGATOR POINT, FL, US, 32346 JASPER, FL, US, 32052 CHIEFLAND, FL, US, 32644 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32506 PANAMA CITY, FL, US, 32405 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 ALTHA, FL, US, 32421 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 LIVE OAK, FL, US, 32060 PERRY, FL, US, 32347 PACE, FL, US, 32571 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, US, 32408 PACE, FL, US, 32574 MONTICELLO, FL, US, 32344 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32502 INVERNESS, FL, US, 34450 WHITE SPRINGS, FL, US, 32096 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32504 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32508 DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL, US, 32433 SOUTHPORT, FL, US, 32409 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32503 WEWAHITCHKA, FL, US, 32465 GULF BREEZE, FL, US, 32561 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 INVERNESS, FL, US, 34452 GULF BREEZE, FL, US, 32563 MADISON, FL, US, 32340 MARIANNA, FL, US, 32448 MIDWAY, FL, US, 32343 LAKE CITY, FL, US, 32024 DESTIN, FL, US, 32541 FORT WALTON BEACH, FL, US, 32110 HOLT, FL, US, 32564 MARIANNA, FL, US, 32447 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 WELLBORN, FL, US, 32094 WELLBORN, FL, US, 32055 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32512 SHALIMAR, FL, US, 32579 SAINT MARKS, FL, US, 32355 CHIPLEY, FL, US, 32428 CRAWFORDVILLE, FL, US, 32327 CHATTAHOOCHEE, FL, US, 32324 EASTPOINT, FL, US, 32328 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32505 HAVANA, FL, US, 32333 MALONE, FL, US, 32445 WILLISTON, FL, US, 32696 CARRABELLE, FL, US, 32322 NICEVILLE, FL, US, 32588 BELLEVIEW, FL, US, 34420 CRYSTAL RIVER, FL, US, 32629 CHIEFLAND, FL, US, 32326 EGLIN AFB, FL, US, 32542 HERNANDO, FL, US, 34442 LIVE OAK, FL, US, 32064 PANAMA CITY, FL, US, 32404 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32507 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32501 CENTURY, FL, US, 32535 CROSS CITY, FL, US, 32628 QUINCY, FL, US, 32353 JAY, FL, US, 32565 COTTONDALE, FL, US, 32431 PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, US, 32413 DEFUNIAK SPRINGS, FL, US, 32435 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32534 BRONSON, FL, US, 32621 CLARKSVILLE, FL, US, 32430 PONCE DE LEON, FL, US, 32455 AUCILLA, FL, US, 32344 OLD TOWN, FL, US, 32680 CRYSTAL RIVER, FL, US, 34428 PERRY, FL, US, 32348 YANKEETOWN, FL, US, 34498 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 FORT WALTON BEACH, FL, US, 32547 CALLAWAY, FL, US, 32404 FL, US, 32591 SOPCHOPPY, FL, US, 32358 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307 BRISTOL, FL, US, 32321 LAUREL HILL, FL, US, 32567 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 HOMOSASSA, FL, US, 34446 JENNINGS, FL, US, 32053 MAYO, FL, US, 32066 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 CRESTVIEW, FL, US, 32539 VERNON, FL, US, 32462 LAKE CITY, FL, US, 32056 YOUNGSTOWN, FL, US, 32466 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 GRACEVILLE, FL, US, 32440 CRESTVIEW, FL, US, 32583 QUINCY, FL, US, 32351 CRESTVIEW, FL, US, 32536 GRAND RIDGE, FL, US, 32442 HOSFORD, FL, US, 32334 CHATTAHOOCHEE, FL, US, 32351 BELL, FL, US, 32619 LAKE CITY, FL, US, 32025 NAVARRE, FL, US, 32566 PENSACOLA, FL, US, 32526 LECANTO, FL, US, 34461 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 GRETNA, FL, US, 32332 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 FANNING SPRINGS, FL, US, 32693 NICEVILLE, FL, US, 32578 LEE, FL, US, 32059 PANAMA CITY BEACH, FL, US, 32407 PANAMA CITY, FL, US, 32402 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 CEDAR KEY, FL, US, 32625

Nearest Major Market: Lake City

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For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.