Weights, Measures & Consumer Protection Division
Program Coordinator-Device & Commodity Inspection Program
As a consumer, you’re protected by the Missouri Weights, Measures and Consumer Protection Division every time you shop. The division ensures the accuracy of all commercial weighing and measuring devices in Missouri. This is accomplished by annually certifying commercial weighing and measuring devices. The division has six weights and measures inspectors who certify the accuracy of large scales (capacity over 1,000 lbs.), such as livestock scales, vehicle scales, grain hopper and annually tests moisture meter devices. Any device used to determine the price of a commodity stands to be tested and certified by a weights and measures official. Whether it is a scale used in a grocery store, at a farmer’s market, or at a roadside produce stand, the device should bear an approval seal from the Weights, Measures and Consumer Protection Division.
This position will be domiciled in Jefferson City but during the first year, employee will be expected to spend approximately 50% of their time working with field staff in all regions of the state. Amount of travel after the first year will be determined by Program Manager but will not exceed 50%. A significant amount of time will be devoted to learning all aspects of the job, building relationships with field staff and working with Program Manager to ensure program is effective, efficient and accountable.
Location: Jefferson City, MO
Salary: $52,000 – $54,000 (Plus full state benefit package) (Salary may be negotiable above listing based on candidate experience)
What you’ll be doing:
- Report directly to the program manager and assist with the management and supervision of approximately 20 field staff and 1 clerical position.
- Lead by example by adhering to all agency policies and procedures.
- Provide technical oversight and supervision to Large and Small Scale inspection staff and ensure that program staff are applying rules and regulations fairly and consistently throughout the state.
- Work directly with field staff in all regions of the state, testing scales, performing price verifications, package inspections, egg quality inspections and milk pricing investigations.
- Assist Program Manager with planning, coordination and implementation of program goals and their activities.
- Develop SOP’s for all program activities to achieve optimal efficiency and assist with training efforts.
- Build relationships with field staff to foster trust and accountability.
- Coordinate program communication and assist in developing outreach presentations to educate stakeholders and public on the importance of what we do.
- Work with Program Manager to ensure annual program budget is followed and ensure that program adheres to all state fiscal policies regarding purchasing and procurement.
- Facilitate positive relations between the program team, public, business stakeholders and organizations that impact the program.
- Other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.
Questions: contact hr@mda.mo.gov
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