Senior Inspection Specialist 2026-02613

State of Wyoming; Wheatland (WY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

PSLF eligibility

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Wyoming Department of Agriculture, Consumer Health Services Division seeks a Senior Inspection Specialist to enforce state and federal food, drug, meat, dairy and egg laws and health standards across various facilities in Wyoming. The role involves inspections, sampling, plan reviews, epidemiological investigations, and training for industry personnel.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree with related inspection experience; CPFS/REH/RS credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 0-3 years progressive work experience (Inspection) at the level of an Inspection Specialist II.
• OR 4-6 years progressive work experience with the same level knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections and enforces compliance.
• Investigates complaints and recommends solutions for problems.
• Assists with developing, implementing, and enforcing division policies and coordinating field operations.
• Assists state and federal regulatory personnel with investigations, report compilation, and program fieldwork.
• Maintains records and equipment.
• Examines, evaluates, and investigates eligibility for or conformity with laws and rules.
• Provides training and guidance to personnel and industry.
• Acts as a lead inspector in specialty areas with oversight/reporting for regulatory programs to federal agencies as needed.

Skills

Inspection

Regulatory knowledge

Training others

Public health

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Agriculture, Consumer Health Services Division seeks a Senior Inspection Specialist. This position performs a variety of tasks in the enforcement of state and federal food and drug, meat, dairy and egg laws, and health and sanitation compliance; inspects food establishments, retail food stores, child care facilities, group homes, meat processing / slaughter plants, temporary food stands, public swimming pools and spas, food processing facilities, food warehouses, dairy farms and plants, bulk water hauling trucks, bed and breakfast establishments within a district to ensure compliance with state standards; collects water, meat, food and dairy samples for compliance with regulations; reviews new construction and remodeling plans for various public and private facilities; performs epidemiological investigations; confers with and advises the public on complaints and public health standards; trains food industry personnel on proper techniques and requirements for food safety; provides food safety and sanitation training to child care facilities and confers with industry on labeling requirements for food. Assists management with rule-making and updating Consumer Health Services policies and procedures. Coordinate training for staff and industry, i.e., Meat Plants and Manufacturing Food Processors. Assist staff and supervisors on the new FSMA (Food Modernization Act) requirements through rule making and training.

Benefits:

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefits package!

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Human Resource Contact: [phone] Madison Hoagland [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs inspections and enforces compliance.
• Investigates complaints and recommends solutions for problems.
• Assists with developing, implementing, and enforcing division policies and coordinating the efforts of field operations.
• Assists state and federal regulatory personnel with investigations, report compilation, and program fieldwork.
• Maintains records and equipment.
• Examines, evaluates, and investigates eligibility for or conformity with laws and rules.
• Provides training and guidance to personnel and industry.
• Acts as a lead inspector in specialty areas associated with Division programs which vary based on Department needs at a given time. This will include oversight and reporting for regulatory programs to federal agencies as needed.

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to candidates with a Bachelor's degree preferably in science with two years of experience.

Preference may be given to candidates who are a Certified Professional Food Safety (CPFS) or Registered Environmental Health Specialist / Registered Sanitarian (REH/RS).

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of computer software and hardware.
• Knowledge of all inspection and compliance duties assigned to their division but with a defined specialized duty and training area or expertise.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's Degree

Experience: 0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Inspection) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Inspection Specialist II

OR

Education & Experience Substitution: 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Inspection) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Inspection Specialist II

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• The Department of Agriculture may use a video interview as a mandatory first step of our process. If chosen for a video interview you will receive an email with all the necessary information to complete this process.
• The successful candidate must become a Certified Professional in Food Safety (CPFS) or a Registered Environmental Health Specialist/Registered Sanitation (REH/RS) within one year.
• The Department determines job location based on divisional needs. Should the successful candidate be a current employee of the Department of Agriculture, Consumer Health Services Division, they may remain at their current work location or reside in Wheatland. This would be negotiated with management at the time of the offer.
• For the Veteran's preference consideration, supporting documentation must accompany your application.

010-Department of Agriculture - Consumer Health Services

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