State Inspector (Seasonal)

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 55,875,000 - 64,787,000; Full time

Job summary

South Dakota Department of Public Safety seeks a seasonal State Inspector to conduct health inspections across South Dakota, including restaurants, hotels and lodging facilities. The role requires statewide travel and reporting on site inspections.

Must have a valid Driver License; knowledge of safe food handling is a plus. Position offers up to 40 hours per week and is non-benefited and exempt from civil service.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver License.
• Knowledge of safe food handling practices is helpful but not required.
• Strong ability to manage time, schedule efficiently, work independently and prepare thorough reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections on behalf of the Department of Public Safety, including restaurant kitchens, hotels, vacation homes and lodging facilities.
• Travel throughout South Dakota to complete inspections and ensure compliance.
• Create accurate and through inspection reports.

Skills

Time management

Scheduling

Independence

Documentation/Reporting

Job description

Job ID: 37775- State Inspector (Seasonal)

Agency: Public Safety

Location: Aberdeen, Pierre, Rapid City, or Sioux Falls, SD

Minimum Salary: $19.50 - 22.61 per hour, dependent on experience & qualifications

Closing Date: 11/02/2026

Description

The South Dakota Department of Public Safety is seeking a seasonal State Inspector, with flexibility in the position's location. This position will conduct inspections on behalf of the Department of Health, including restaurant kitchens, hotels, vacation homes, and other lodging facilities throughout South Dakota. The role requires travel across the state to complete inspections.

General Requirements

Must have a valid Driver License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

It would be helpful but not required to have knowledge of safe food handling practices.

It is important to have the skills to:

• manage time;
• develop an efficient schedule;
• function independently;
• create accurate and through reports.

Other Information

This position will work up to 40 hours per week.

Please note this is a temporary or seasonal, non-benefited position, exempt from civil service.

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