Home-Office Food Safety Specialist (Territory-Based)

Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Home office within territory

Job summary

Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services seeks a Food Safety Specialist to evaluate food processes and enforce food safety laws. The position involves field work from a home office, serving Albemarle and Charlottesville, with a state vehicle for business use within the territory.

Qualifications include strong knowledge of food safety, ability to work independently and with teams, excellent communication, and willingness to travel including overnight stays as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety practices and principles.
• Ability to interpret and apply applicable laws and regulations.
• Willingness to travel and work in a mobile field environment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate food processes and enforce the Virginia Food and Drink Law and related regulations.
• Investigate complaints and conduct foodborne illness investigations.
• Review proposals and assist in developing safe food processes and labeling.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Independence

Teamwork

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Computer applications

Job description

Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services seeks a Food Safety Specialist to evaluate food processes and enforce food safety laws. The position involves field work from a home office, serving Albemarle and Charlottesville, with a state vehicle for business use within the territory.

Qualifications include strong knowledge of food safety, ability to work independently and with teams, excellent communication, and willingness to travel including overnight stays as needed.