Weights & Measures Pro: Safeguarding Consumers & Trade

City of Appleton; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Appleton seeks a Weights & Measures Specialist within the Health Department to ensure accuracy and fair-trade practices. The role conducts inspections of weighing and measuring devices, price-scanning systems, and consumer products, providing education and technical assistance to merchants.

Responsibilities include enforcement actions when needed, responding to public concerns, and contributing to data analytics and program planning for W&M activities across Appleton and partner

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent and be prepared to obtain regulatory certifications.
• Experience in public health or regulatory inspection is preferred.
• Knowledge of W&M laws, investigations, and documentation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections of weighing and measuring devices to ensure compliance with codes.
• Provide education and technical assistance to merchants and vendors on W&M regulations.
• Respond to public complaints and initiate corrective actions; support data analytics and program planning.
• Participate in emergency response efforts and contribute to quality improvement activities.

Skills

Data analytics

Regulatory compliance

Public health

Communication

Community engagement

Emergency response

Budget awareness

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NIMS/ICS 100, 200, 700.a, 800 certification

Wisconsin driver's license

Job description

The City of Appleton seeks a Weights & Measures Specialist within the Health Department to ensure accuracy and fair-trade practices. The role conducts inspections of weighing and measuring devices, price-scanning systems, and consumer products, providing education and technical assistance to merchants.

Responsibilities include enforcement actions when needed, responding to public concerns, and contributing to data analytics and program planning for W&M activities across Appleton and partner