Agriculture Animal Industry -- Meat Inspector 1 (Clarke)

Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia – Athens area seeks a Meat Inspector 1 for Clarke/Hart counties under the Georgia Department of Agriculture. Under direct supervision, you will inspect red meat products and processing facilities to ensure compliance with state and federal standards, performing ante-mortem and post-mortem checks and reporting findings.

Candidates need a high school diploma or GED with one year of related experience, or two years of college with chemistry or life sciences.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED and one year of experience in the area of assignment.
• Two years of college with 12 semester hours or 20 quarter hours in chemistry or life science.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, learns to inspect red meat products and meat processing facilities to determine compliance with legal standards.
• Includes antemortem and post-mortem inspections; travel up to 15% as needed.

Education

High School diploma / GED

Two years college with chemistry or life science

Job description

Agriculture Animal Industry -- Meat Inspector 1 (Clarke)# Team Georgia Careers## Agriculture Animal Industry -- Meat Inspector 1 (Clarke)Apply: Athens: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: December 8, 2026 (29 days left to apply): JR0000007756Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! **Job Title:**Agriculture Animal Industry -- Meat Inspector 1 (Clarke)**Agency:**Department of Agriculture**Job Requisition ID:**JR0000007756**Shift:**Day (United States of America)**Compensation Details:**$43,080.00 OR $46,720.00**Job Description:**We at the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) take our responsibilities to you very seriously and are committed to protecting and promoting Georgia's agriculture through superior service and leadership.* The mission of the GDA is to protect consumers, promote agriculture locally and globally, and assist our customers using education, technology, and a professional workforce. * The vision of the GDA is to continue to be a globally recognized leader in agricultural excellence through a commitment to safety, quality, growth, and innovation.DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:This position is assigned to the following county:* HART* CLARKEThe selected applicant must reside in this county or the surrounding area or be willing to relocate.POSITION OVERVIEW:Under direct supervision, he learns to inspect red meat products and meat processing facilities to determine compliance with legal standards.* This includes antemortem and post-mortem inspections.* This position requires access to a personal vehicle or reliable transportation.* Incumbents must work in adjoining areas as program requirements dictate, although travel outside of the assigned area is expected to be less than 15% of total travel.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Meat Inspector 1 – $43,080.00 High School diploma /GED and one (1) year of experience in the area of assignment; or two (2) years of college, which included 12 semester hours or 20 quarter hours in chemistry or life science. Meat Inspector 2 –$46,720.00 High School diploma /GED and one (1) year of experience in the area of assignment; or two (2) years of college, which included 12 semester hours or 20 quarter hours in chemistry or life science.NOTE: CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT1. As a condition of continued employment, the selected candidate must complete and pass all required USDA Inspection Methods training and tests at the first available opportunity after being hired.2. Candidates who fail the Inspection Methods exam on their first attempt may be eligible for one (1) additional retest, at the GMIS Director’s discretion.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the Minimum Qualifications, possess knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:* State or Federal Meat Inspection or Food Inspection experience.* Completion of a bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university in Animal Science, Environmental Science, Biology, or a closely related field* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.NOTE:* The Georgia Department of Agriculture conducts background checks on all final candidates.* The hiring of applicants is contingent upon satisfactory employment verification results, background, criminal records investigations, and motor vehicle reports.Please note: Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to phone/email inquiries regarding application status.NOTE: The Georgia Department of Agriculture conducts background checks on all final candidates. Hiring is contingent upon satisfactory results of employment verification, background and criminal records investigations, and motor vehicle reports.The GDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Due to the large volume of submissions received by this office, information concerning application and/or interview status cannot be provided. Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps in the interview process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.Please contact the Human Resources Office at [phone] if you need accommodation.\\*\\* The position will be closed once a suitable candidate is identified \\***Minimum Qualifications:**High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of experience in the area of assignment; or two (2) years of college, which included 12 semester hours or 20 quarter hours in chemistry or life sciences.**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.