Fruit Vegetables Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Department Information Who we are: Agriculture is a part of all our lives. When you eat, put on clothes, or care for an animal--your life is touched by agriculture. Colorado's food and agriculture industry generated $47 billion of economic activity in 2019 and supports nearly 5% of the state's workforce.

CDA is proud to be a part of such an important industry. Mission: The CDA's mission is to strengthen and advance Colorado's agriculture; promote a safe and high-quality food supply; protect consumers; and foster responsible stewardship of the environment. Core Values: Partnership, Service, Professionalism, Proactivity, and Respect CDA Wildly Important Goals: To accomplish our mission, CDA focuses on five "wildly important goals:" Goal 1: Expanding National and International Market Access Goal 2: Developing Agricultural Leaders Goal 3: Advancing the Colorado Water Plan Goal 4: Implementing the Beaver Strategy Goal 5: Providing Education on Animal Mistreatment and Livestock Theft We use these goals to focus and align the daily work of our staff in support of Colorado farmers and ranchers.

Learn more about our Department and our wildly important goals in our performance plan on our website. What you get from us: In addition to a great work location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer: Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including aPERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus optional 401(k) and 457 plans (www.copera.org) Medical and dental health plans (https://stateofcoloradobenefits.com/) Employer supplemented Health Savings Account ($60 per month) Paid life insurance, plus additional optional life insurance options Paid Short Term Disability and optional Long Term Disability coverage 11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave accruals BenefitHub state employee discount program Employee Wellness program State of Health Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, remote work opportunities, free parking, professional development and more. To learn about the total compensation package for State government employment visit: https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/totalcompensation Equal Opportunity The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness

The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them.

Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Learn more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion by visiting our EDI Homepage: https://dpa.colorado.gov/about-us/edi. Description of Job NOTICE OF PROPOSED REALLOCATION POSITION NUMBER: 00108 HELD BY: M

Gylling HAS BEEN RECOMMENDED FOR REALLOCATION TO: TECHNICIAN II (H4M2XX) Organizational Purpose: Provide upon requests, impartial, timely and statewide inspection and certification (as prescribed by federal guidelines) of commercial shipments of fresh fruits and vegetables, including food safety audit certification (USDA) related to Good Agricultural Practices and Good Handling Practices (GAP/GHP). Major Objectives of the Position: This position's workload is dependent on the demands of the industry. Position will work independently in the sampling and inspection of fruit and vegetables.

Drives personal vehicle (mileage is reimbursed) to inspection sites to inspect fruit and vegetables to determine quality, grade, and condition; calculates percentage of sample size and tolerance of defects in samples; keeps a log of samples taken and maintains inspection records; issues inspection certificates showing classification or grade. Position will need to have and maintain a valid driver's license to complete the requirements of the job. Primary Duties: Inspections: Operate and maintain personal motor vehicle for transportation to and from various fresh produce production / handling areas statewide, to Physically inspect fruits and vegetables by drawing samples in buckets.

This requires climbing ladders, reaching, and lifting samples and weighing them. Examines the sample for quality, condition, and size by weighing, cutting, and visually looking at produce specimens. Record keeping/ Equipment Upkeep: Records data by hand onto inspection report and calculates sums and percentages using basic math skills.

Issues written official federal certificates to describe and certify quality, size and condition of produce being inspected. Keeps inspection manuals and handbooks up to date and in working order. Calibrates scale by adjusting it to zero.

Sharpen knives as needed. When required by customer's safety standards, employee is required to wear ear plugs. bump cap; safety glasses.

Keeps up with licensing requirements of USDA license. Customer Service: Assists customers of inspection requests by explaining/interpreting and applying the appropriate guidelines based on the customer's request. Figure and bill customer based on contract or non-contract rates.

Resolves customer discrepancies in a professional manner. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Must be a Colorado Department of Agriculture Inspection and Consumer Services employee to apply for this position. This posting may be used to fill more than one vacancy.

Please note that this position is considered 100% in-office, but the work will be performed on-site at the location of the inspection. Skills-based Hiring: This position is advertised in alignment with Executive Order 2022-015, Skills-Based Hiring. Recruitment for this position recognizes that skills can be developed through various pathways, including formal education, work experience, volunteering, self-directed learning, and other life experiences, opening doors to individuals from varied backgrounds.

Those with relevant experience but without traditional credentials are welcome to apply. Salary Range: HOURLY $21.33 - $22.40 Minimum Requirements: Proven Experience, Knowledge, Skills: Two (2) year of full-time work experience in any of the following. Inspection Auditing Quality assurance work Food safety Agricultural work that is closely related to the job duties

Must possess or have possessed a USDA Authorization Card(FV-200, FV-201, etc.) within the past 60 months. Verification/proof of possession must be submitted with your application materials. Preferred Qualifications: Relevant years of state service; Conditions of Employment: Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License with the ability to independently travel

Must be able to pass a motor vehicle background check. Circumstances may require position to work outside of regular business hours. Requires current or previous USDA Inspection Card (FV-200, FV-201, etc.) within the past 60 months

Verification/proof of possession must be submitted with your application materials. This information should also include dates of possession, commodities licensed to inspect and the State in which license was held. Requires the ability to distinguish color variations.

Requires the ability to lift up to 60 pounds on a regular basis. Requires working indoors and outside as needed in inclement weather that could include hot, cold, wet, humid, and/ or windy conditions. Inspectors are required to reside in the San Luis Valley area.

Positions are located in the San Luis Valley but employees may be assigned temporarily to a different location in the state during certain times of the year. Employees must occasionally work overtime, weekends, and holidays * Required Competencies: Technical expertise in fruit and vegetable inspection Ability to prioritize. Ability to work well with both internal and external customers.

Computer and cell phone skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple priorities, and able to react and adjust quickly to changing conditions. Detail oriented. Work well under pressure.

Excellent negotiation and consensus building skills. Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently. Important Information: Part of, or the entire selection process for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application materials.

Therefore, it is paramount that in the experience portion of your application, you describe the extent that you possess the education, experience and competencies outlined in the job announcement as well as the special and/or preferred qualifications. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may prevent you from competing in subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants. Please submit the following: Online application (completed fully) describing how you meet the minimum qualifications OR If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link: PDF State Paper Application.

Paper applications must be received (either by US mail or email to mary.hunt@state.co.us by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement. DD214 (if applicable) Unofficial copy of transcripts (if applicable) Factors that will be assessed: Technical Competence - Technical experience as it relates to the duties outlined in this job announcement. Depth and Breadth of Experience - Experience that covers multiple areas outlined in this job announcement

Experience should be varied and not one dimensional and demonstrate a wide range of community involvement. Job Fit - Experience will be evaluated to determine how well your past experience aligns with and meets the business needs of this position. Current experience is preferred.

Appeal Rights: As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing. If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203

Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. Email address: dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us

The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov

Supplemental Information Important Information: Part of, or the entire exam for this position will involve a review of the information you submit in your application material. Applications are considered complete and accurate at the time of submission. Therefore, additional information may not be solicited or accepted after your application has been received.

Therefore, it is very important that you clearly describe all of your relevant experience on the application itself. Applications left blank or marked "SEE RESUME" will not be considered. All applications that are received by the closing date of this announc...