AGRICULTURE & CONSUMER PROTECT INSPECTOR - 42000966 1 1

Overview

AGRICULTURE & CONSUMER PROTECT INSPECTOR - 42000966 1 1

Requisition No : 861621

Agency : Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title : AGRICULTURE & CONSUMER PROTECT INSPECTOR - 42000966 1 1

Pay Plan : Career Service

Position Number : 42000966

Salary : $39,000.00

Posting Closing Date : 10 / 08 / 2025

The headquarters for this position is negotiable within Charlotte, DeSoto, and Hendry Counties.

Job Duties

Introduction : The primary duties and responsibilities of an Agriculture and Consumer Protection Inspector (ACPI) are to enforce the rules and regulations of the state and cooperate with other state and federal partners regarding animal disease control and zoonotic diseases for the protection of Florida's agricultural industry and public safety. Additional duties include emergency preparedness and deployment to assist Florida's Emergency Support Function (ESF17) on natural disasters and foreign animal disease responses. The incumbent is expected to demonstrate, model and reinforce the department's fundamental values of professionalism, commitment, integrity and excellence in all interactions with coworkers and the public. The ACPI is responsible for technical and specialized work that involves a variety of animal health programs and disease surveillance within an assigned geographical area.

The following duties and responsibilities are assigned to this position :

• Conducts animal disease program activities relating to the inspection, control and testing of livestock and poultry to detect animal diseases and ectoparasites that can pose a threat to the state agriculture economy and impact public health. The ACPI ensures compliance with state statutes and department regulations including but not limited to animal health inspections, collection of samples, premises inspections, promote animal official identification, issue and release of quarantines, educate animal owners about biosecurity, and assists veterinary medical officers (VMO) with inspections and testing. The incumbent works independently and proceeds on own initiative and judgement within guidelines established by the supervisor and division policy and procedure. Properly uses livestock equipment and performs routine maintenance.
• Performs livestock inspections at livestock markets, shows and exhibitions. Enforces department's rules and regulations regarding animal disease control and eradication of reportable and foreign animal diseases. Verifies permits, official certificate of veterinary inspections and movement documents. Verifies livestock official identification devices, conducts animal disease investigations, performs all National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP) testing requirements, sample collection and shipping and completes required documentation. Visits isolated herds and quarantined animals and conducts follow-up inspections. Conducts inspections of livestock premises, verifies animal movement permits and distributes educational materials. Cleans and disinfects vehicles, equipment and premises that are contaminated by disease organism or as a precautionary measure.
• Conducts activities relating to the state emergency preparedness and response, including : natural disasters or control and eradication of animal diseases, collects information for animal premises in the affected areas and records this information on emergency management database.
• Prepares and distributes reports in electronic format on daily activity. Maintains appropriate inventory of supplies and equipment and processes necessary duty reports.
• Responsible for safe operation and preventative maintenance of state issued vehicle and / or equipment.
• Participates in workshops and training to continue education of livestock disease eradication programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Requirements

Minimum Requirements : A high school diploma or its equivalent. Requires possession of a valid Class E Driver License. Preference will be given to those with experience in the care, management and husbandry of livestock including equine or poultry.

Additional Requirements : This position has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to the provisions of Section 60L-36.003, Florida Administrative Code, and Chapter 112.313, Florida Statutes. Willingness to respond to emergency duty as an active member of Division IMT, whether called day or night. Willingness to be deployed from your assigned headquarters for extended periods of time (up to 30 days). Incumbent must pass a pulmonary function test with medical evaluation, must undergo and pass regular respirator fit-testing, and must wear a respirator when required. Incumbent must wear appropriate PPE when required. Willingness to work during weekends and holidays as requested. Occasional travel required. Must reside in required county(ies) throughout employment. Some alternate work hours required to accomplish duties and responsibilities.

Benefits

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida : The State's total compensation package includes annual and sick leave, nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year, health and other insurance options, retirement plan options, flexible spending accounts, tuition waivers, and more. For a complete list, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com. For an estimate of the total compensation package, visit the Total Compensation Estimator Tool located above under the Posting Closing Date.

Notes

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation should notify the agency hiring authority. The State supports a Drug-Free workplace and all employees are subject to drug testing. Veterans' Preference applies for eligible candidates.

This position has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to applicable Florida statutes and administrative codes. The headquarters for this position is negotiable within Charlotte, DeSoto, and Hendry Counties.

EEO statements and related notes kept to the extent required by law.

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