Agricultural Technician III (seasonal)

and Duties Per CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

The hiring unit has established the following internal cut-off dates for this Job Control: * March 22, 2024 * April 5, & 19, 2024 * May 3, 17, & 31, 2024 * June 14, & 28, 2024 * July 12, & 26, 2024 Applications will be reviewed after each date listed above, and selections can be made.

However, the Job Control will remain open until the vacancy is filled.

If your application is submitted after the most recent cut-off date, it will be applied to the next review period.

Under direction from the Supervising Special Investigator, the incumbent as a program expert, independently perform the most complex, varied, and responsible duties in a field or a field and laboratory setting.

Independently obtains motor vehicle fuel, lubricants and automotive product samples and transports them to the Division laboratory in Anaheim for quality analysis, thereby affording the Division the ability to enforce quality and labelling standards set forth in California weights and measures laws and regulations.

Sample Procurement: * Use State vehicle, independently recover complaint fuel samples from Southern California county offices of agriculture/weights and measures, and verify complaint is logged into complaint database.

* Use State vehicle, transport laboratory samples, materials, and test standards between counties' offices, state facilities, and field locations.

* Conduct random fuel sampling while refueling State vehicle used in transporting samples.

* Independently conduct sampling of packaged lubricants, fluids and automotive products at retail locations.

* Using standardized procedures, maintain proper chain of custody for all samples.

Candidates may perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions Duties for this position are performed inside or outside of buildings and overnight travel may be required.

Weather, temperature, lighting, and noise levels may vary.

Terrain may vary from smooth and stable to irregular and unstable.

Driving a vehicle, as well as entering and exiting the vehicle numerous times throughout the workday, is required.

Incumbent will use a State-issued vehicle, cell phone, digital camera, and computer.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

* AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN III (SEASONAL) * AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN I (SEASONAL) * AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN II (SEASONAL) Additional Documents * Job Application Package Checklist * Duty Statement Position Details Job Code #: JC-420479 Position #(s): 018-265-0032-996 Working Title: Agricultural Technician III (Seasonal) Classification: AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN III (SEASONAL) $19.36 - $22.02 Shall Consider: AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN I (SEASONAL) $17.25 - $20.61 AGRICULTURAL TECHNICIAN II (SEASONAL) $17.93 - $21.39 # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: In Office Job Type: Non-Tenured, Intermittent Department Information Enforcement of California Weights and Measures laws and regulations is the responsibility of the Division of Measurement Standards.

The Division of Measurement Standards is comprised of two branches: The Laboratories Branch and the Enforcement Branch.

The Division's activities are designed to ensure the accuracy of commercial weighing and measuring devices; verify the quantity of both bulk and packaged commodities; and enforce quality, advertising and labeling standards for most petroleum products.

Ensuring fair competition for industry and accurate value comparison for consumers are primary functions of the county/state programs.

The Division maintains offices in Sacramento, Anaheim, and Fresno.

Special Requirements * The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application.

Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.

Application Instructions Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: Until Filled Who May Apply This is a non-testing Classification, therefore, anyone meeting the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification may apply for this position.

Individuals in specific programs, such as the Welfare to Work Program, are encouraged to apply and will be given priority according to the applicable Laws and Rules.

Please note on your application your current participation in these programs.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process.

Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). How To Apply Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting.

Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included.

If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application Packages You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: Department of Food & Agriculture Attn: Human Resources Branch JC- N Street, Room 242 Sacramento, CA 95814 Address for Drop-Off Application Packages You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: Department of Food & Agriculture Human Resources Branch JC- N Street, Room 242 Sacramento, CA 95814 ELECTRONIC APPLICATION IS PREFERRED.

All mail or drop-off applications must include JC-420479 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM Required Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application.

Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: * Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

* Resume is optional.

It may be included, but is not required.

* School Transcripts * Other - References Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview.

The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview.

Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate: The incumbent in this position must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government and industry representatives, work well under pressure, and work cooperatively with other staff members in completing designated work and meeting required deadlines.

Benefits Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Hiring Unit Contact: Joelle Panugaling Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.

You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact: Office of Civil Rights California Relay Service: (TTY), (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Hard Copy Applications: If you are dropping off or mailing in your application, please use the Examination/Employment Application, STD 678 Revised 10/2023 version.

Additional Information: Please do not include any confidential information such as social security number, marital status, ethnicity, age, salary or disability information on any of the documentation uploaded with your online application.

If the classification you are applying for has an education requirement, transcripts will be required to verify you meet the minimum qualifications of the classification.

Please be sure to redact any confidential information before uploading your transcripts.

Upon hire you may be required to provide official sealed transcripts or an original degree or certificate.

Applicants with foreign degrees may be asked to provide an official foreign transcript evaluation which indicates course work is equivalent to a degree from an accredited U.S.

College or University.

This position may require a medical clearance.

Alternate Classifications and Training and Development assignments may be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place.

Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.