REGULATORY OFFICER I - FOOD MATERIAL (Morgantown, WV)

Responsibilities

• Inspect soft serve freezer operations and sample frozen dessert products for bacterial analyses and enter all data in the WVDA computer system.
• Inspect retail meat operations and sample retail meat products for bacterial and composition analyses and enter all data in the WVDA computer system.
• Select and grade shell eggs in grocery stores, restaurants, retail outlets and distributors, and enter all data into the WVDA computer system.
• Conduct USDA Shell Egg Inspections with the ability to fill out complex USDA forms and paperwork.
• Conduct USDA Poultry Inspections with the ability to fill out complex USDA forms and paperwork.
• Conduct Preparation and Satellite Site Inspections and collect samples for the WVDHHR Summer Food Program and enter all information in the WVDA computer system.
• Conduct Farmers Market and Farmers Market Vendor inspections, with the ability to educate and convey complex issues; fill out complex forms and enter into a computer system.
• Respond to consumer complaints regarding products regulated by WVDA.
• Compile necessary reports and documents to be completed after inspections and sampling.
• Conduct recalls for the WVDA or to assist the FDA, USDA, or WVDHHR/BPH when necessary.
• Complete numerous trainings online and in classroom settings to comply with the Manufactured Food Regulatory Program Standards.
• Be proficient in numerous computer programs to complete all inspections and enter data for samples and inspection at all firms.
• Submit applicable inspection reports to supervisor for review weekly.
• Complete weekly time and leave sheets
• Complete Daily Activity Reports to be sent to supervisor weekly.
• Complete monthly transportation log, thermometer calibration log cash advance forms, and send them to supervisor as applicable.
• Complete travel expense settlement form as applicable
• Assist in the Training of Regulatory Officers I regarding the proper Inspection and Sampling procedures for the Agricultural Materials.
• Provide technical assistance to retailers, producers and distributors.
• Attend state and national meetings and training seminars.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited 4-year college or university required, with a degree in food science, agriculture, agri-business, criminal justice, or related field.
• Two years’ experience in a field closely related to the areas of assignment, such as agriculture, investigation or responsible public contact work is desirable.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the areas of agricultural inspections and compliance may substitute for the required education.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment drug testing.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment law enforcement background investigation, including DMV records.