AGRICULTURAL/WEIGHTS AND MEASURES INSPECTOR I

County of Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Los Angeles is seeking an Agricultural/Weights & Measures Inspector I to inspect farms, nurseries, mills, and shipments for pests, diseases, and accurate weights and measures. You will monitor pesticide usage, enforce standards, and prepare reports for enforcement actions.

This role requires licenses in weight/measure and pest prevention, plus relevant education and one year of public-service inspection experience.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree with specialization in agricultural, biological, chemical, physical science, mathematics, and/or statistics*.
• One year of experience at the level of Associate Agricultural/Weights & Measures Inspector in public jurisdiction.
• Licenses in Weight/Measure and Agricultural Pest Prevention and Plant Regulation are required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect orchards, farms, nurseries, mills, apiaries, and shipments for pests and diseases.
• Monitor pesticide use by commercial applicators and document application methods.
• Inspect and enforce product standards for fruits, vegetables, eggs, and related goods.

Skills

Bachelor’s in relevant science

Education

Bachelor’s in Agricultural/biological/chemical/physical science or math/statistics with specialization

30 sem. units in related disciplines + 1 year as Associate AW&M Inspector

Job description

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL COMMISSIONER/WEIGHTS AND MEASURES

EXAM NUMBER

V0007H

WHEN TO APPLY

The application filing period will begin on Monday, June 29, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Continuous. We will keep accepting applications until the positions are filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT

We encourage applications from anyone.

Why work for us?

With almost 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California with over 100,000 employees in 39 departments, we provide vital and diverse public services like law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, and cultural activities. The County has more than 2,100 different job types, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. Join us and discover one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the county with a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

For more information about our amazing benefits, please visit us here: https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/.

Essential Job Functions

• Inspects orchards, farms, nurseries, mills, apiaries, and plant shipments for agricultural pests and diseases and ensures adequate plant pest quarantine measures are taken.
• Monitors pesticide use by commercial applicators including types of pesticides used and application techniques.
• Inspects and enforces agricultural product standards for fruits, vegetables, and eggs.
• Inspects produce cases, nursery stock, commodities, and other packaged goods weighing 25 pounds or more.
• Inspects, tests, seals or condemns weighing and measuring devices used in commercial transactions.
• Inspects shipments for compliance with labeling, weighing and measuring codes, issues inspection certificates.
• Performs test purchases or sales to verify accurate weight or measure.
• Gathers and compiles information and prepares reports, issues citations or violations and collects appropriate fees.
• Maintains records and prepares reports on inspections, pest control activities and related matters.
• Uses a variety of hand-held or other equipment such as, but not limited to, refractometers, scales, graduated measures, hydrometers and laptop or tablet computers.
• Receives and provides training in the safe and effective use of various tools and equipment utilized in any inspection, investigation or enforcement activities that may be assigned.
• Uses a variety of mathematical formulae, including algebra.
• Acts as a witness in administrative, criminal and civil cases.
• Responds to inquiries and complaints from other agencies and the public.

For additional information regarding the classification standards, please see the Los Angeles County Class Specification for Agricultural/Weights & Measures Inspector I, #0007.

Requirements

OPTION I: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in one or more appropriate disciplines in agricultural science, biological science, chemical science, physical science, mathematics, and/or statistics* -AND- One (1) year of experience at the level of*** the Los Angeles County class of Associate Agricultural/Weights & Measures lnspector performing agricultural or weights and measures inspection functions for a public jurisdiction.

OPTION II: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in any discipline with a minimum of 30 semester units, or equivalent (e.g. 45 quarter units), in one or any combination of the following disciplines: agricultural science, biological science, chemical science, physical science, mathematics, and/or statistics* -AND- One (1) year of experience at the level of*** the Los Angeles County class of Associate Agricultural/Weights & Measures lnspector performing agricultural or weights and measures inspections for a public jurisdiction.

License

A valid State of California Weights & Measures License in either Weight Verification or Measurement Verification** -AND- A valid State of California Agricultural License in Pest Prevention and Plant Regulation**. A valid California Class C Driver License**** is required to perform job-related essential functions.

WITHHOLDS OR OUT-OF-CLASS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION MUST BE FULLY MET AT THE TIME OF FILING AND CLEARLY INDICATED ON THE APPLICATION.

Special Requirement Information

• To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of your official transcript from an accredited institution within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing your application. The document should show the date the degree was conferred, number of units and the type of unit system used (e.g., semester, quarter) and be in English. If not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to US standards and indicate the number of units and unit system. Include official copies of all relevant documents. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf.

We do not accept password-protected documents. Please make sure documents are unlocked.

• You will also need to provide verification of the required licenses with your application.

• Experience at the level of the Los Angeles County class of Associate Agricultural/Weights & Measures lnspector is defined as assisting in and learning inspection and enforcement activities related to Federal, State, and local agricultural and/or weights and measures laws, regulations, ordinances, and policies for the protection of the environment and constituent groups such as consumers, agriculture, and industry. For a full description, please refer to Los Angeles County's Class Specification for Associate Agricultural/Weights & Measures lnspector, #0005. If your experience is at a similar level, please provide a clear explanation of your experience to demonstrate that it is at the appropriate level.

• Driver License Information: Applicants for positions that require driving must obtain and present a copy of their driver's license and driving record from the California State Department of Motor and Vehicles before final appointment. Applicants should not present a copy of their driving history until asked to do so by the hiring department. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether an applicant's driving history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job. License must not be currently suspended, restricted or revoked.

If you cannot attach the necessary documents at the time of filing, please e-mail them to [e-mail] within fifteen (15) calendar days of filing your application. Include the exam number, and exam title in the Subject line of your e-mail.

PHYSICAL CLASS IV

Arduous: This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions.

Examination Content

This examination will consist of a multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment(s) weighted 100%, covering: Customer Focus, Learning Potential, Responsibility, Working with Information, Verbal Ability, and Professional/Technical Expertise.

MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.

Applicants must meet the Requirements and achieve 70% or higher on the examination in order to be placed on the eligible Register.

TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS

If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and responses could be transferred to that exam.

Test Preparation

We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help applicants prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem vital.

• Various information can be found on our website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/. The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."
• Online practice tests are available at https://www.shl.com/shldirect/en/practice-tests/.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION

Applications will be processed as they are received, and candidates will be added to the list accordingly. Individuals who successfully pass the assessment(s) are placed on a list based on their score group for a duration of twelve (12) months. We will use this list to fill vacancies as they occur. Your score remains valid for twelve (12) months from the date you receive your assessment results notice.

NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE (12) MONTHS.

AVAILABLE SHIFT

Appointees will be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, overtime, and holidays.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER

Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number when applying.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI)

The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, contact the Testing Accommodations Coordinator at [e-mail]. We require a completed Request for Reasonable Accommodation form as well as supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the request. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond and keep you moving through the process.

Contact Information

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COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Employment Information

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This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement

The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.

Testing Accommodations For Applicants

The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.

Fair Chance

The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).

Employment Eligibility

Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.

Career PathFinder

Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.

Veteran’s Credit

Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.

For more information on veteran’s credit, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102_PPG_115.pdf

Revised September 2025