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CDA-Large Scale/Hybrid Inspector (Compliance Specialist II; CDL Driver) $2,000 Signing Bonus

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CDA-Large Scale/Hybrid Inspector (Compliance Specialist II; CDL Driver) $2,000 Signing Bonus

Salary

$50,856.00 - $61,032.00 Annually

Location

Grand Junction, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

BAA-00196-12042025

Department

Department of Agriculture

Division

Inspection & Consumer Services Division

Opening Date

12/08/2025

Closing Date

12/16/2025 4:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

This position will be remote based in the Grand Junction area

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

Department Contact Information

P 303.869.9014 I C 720.653.4267 I F 303.466.2867 305 Interlocken Parkway, Broomfield, CO 80021 nicholas.kaiser@state.co.us I

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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 four "wildly important goals:"

• Goal 1: Advancing Local Food Access

• Goal 2: Expanding Water-Resilient Agriculture

• Goal 3: Supporting the Next Generation in Agriculture

• Goal 4: Advancing Animal Health and Welfare

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 a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan ( plus optional 401(k) and 457 plans (

• Medical and dental health plans (

• 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:

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The State of Colorado believes 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: .

Description of Job

$2,000 Signing Bonus

Organizational Purpose:

This work unit exists to regulate and enforce the Measurement Standards Act, Commercial Fertilizer Act, Anhydrous Ammonia Act, Egg Law, Commercial Feed Law, Custom Processing of Meat Animals Act, and the Sale of Meat Act.

Major Objectives of the Position:

Working with the Section Chief and Work Lead, this position will conduct professional inspections to obtain compliance with the Inspection and Consumer Services Division laws. Coordinates and schedules inspection work in an assigned geographical area to conduct all required fieldwork, including, but not limited to, inspections, interviews, investigations, tests, certifications, and reporting. Inspections are performed in the areas of weights and measures, feeds, fertilizers, anhydrous ammonia, eggs, meat processing facilities, and farm products. Performs statutory enforcement work by inspecting facilities and acquiring samples of products to ensure compliance with state laws and regulations related to proper grading, sanitary conditions, proper labeling, approved procedures, and business practices. Inspects weighing and measuring devices for accuracy, issues license applications, and collects license fees. Takes appropriate action to achieve compliance with applicable laws by issuing enforcement actions such as civil penalties, cease and desist orders, stop sales, device rejection orders, and other regulatory actions as necessary. Investigate and attempt to resolve complaints involving regulated products, firms, or individuals. The position will require having and maintaining a Colorado commercial driver's license (Class B, with air brakes) to accomplish the travel requirements of this position. Travel for this position could be up to twelve weeks per year.

Primary Duties:

Conduct Field Inspections:

• Position will drive a state-issued truck or other vehicle to each inspection site.

• Overnight travel, including week-long stays in hotels, is required for inspections away from the workstation.

• Loads and secures the vehicle on a dolly, which is then towed behind the truck. Inspects weighing and measuring devices for accuracy and overall compliance with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Handbook 44 guidelines.

• Operates a truck-mounted crane to remove the test cart and test weights from the truck and place them on scales.

• Drives the self-propelled test cart to various sections of the scale.

• Records the various readings displayed by the scale and determines if the reading is within allowed tolerances.

• Duties require the lifting and carrying of up to 100 lbs. at a time and pushing/pulling up to 1,000 lbs. on a two-wheeled weight cart designed for that purpose. These weights are then placed on scales for the determination of the accuracy of the scales.

• Inspects hopper scales for accuracy by lifting and attaching 50lbs. weights to the overhead scale.

• Inspects railroad track scales for accuracy by comparing displayed weights to the actual weights of test cars supplied by railroad representatives.

• Inspects liquid flow meters for accuracy by comparing the quantity discharged through the meter to the actual weight of the product as determined on a reference scale.

• Responsible for the protection, care, proper use, and proper maintenance of all assigned equipment.

• Position performs various multiple inspector duties when needed, such as performing label reviews of retail packages for compliance with statement of identity, quantity, and responsibility requirements, scanning items for pricing accuracy; inspecting eggs for quality, grade, wholesomeness, proper storage, and labeling; feed and fertilizers for quality, adulteration, registration, and proper labeling; feed manufacturers and dealers for compliance with FDA BSE Rule; anhydrous ammonia tanks for safety; meat processing plants for sanitation and for compliance with State and USDA laws; inspects home food service providers and farm products dealers for licensing and compliance.

• Performs various types of inspections under cooperative agreements with other governmental agencies such as USDA Custom-Exempt Meat Processor, FDA Medicated Feed Mill, and FDA BSE Inspections.

• Collects, preserves, and submits to the lab official samples of feed, fertilizer, compost, and environmental surfaces.

• Properly completes documentation and paperwork to accompany samples for testing and analysis by the lab.

• Uses computer databases to determine the license or registration status of regulated firms, products, and individuals

Regulatory Action/Enforcement/Investigations:

• Enforces all laws under the jurisdiction of the Division to obtain and maintain compliance.

• Assesses and determines the nature of violations and recommends courses of enforcement actions to their supervisor.

• Follows procedures to take appropriate regulatory action, such as issuing stop sales, cease & desist orders, violations/fines, and other regulatory actions.

• The position requires a case-by-case analysis of various situations and selection of the appropriate available enforcement tools.

• Regulatory actions are expected to be issued in accordance with the guidelines of the Programs and guidance from the supervisor.

• Investigate complaints, violations encountered during regular work, and information received from other governmental agencies.

• Provides timely, accurate, and concise updates, reports, and summaries to the office. If necessary, work with the supervisor and/or program manager to prepare cases for further regulatory actions, hearings, or possible court action if warranted.

• Testifies in administrative hearings or court, as needed.

Reporting/Paperwork/Office Communication:

• Uses a state-issued laptop computer to enter all inspection information into appropriate computer programs and/or electronic databases.

• Evaluates inspection results and composes reports after each inspection, which are free of spelling errors and are grammatically correct.

• Original inspection report and any associated documents will be submitted to the office if needed, and copies given to each inspected firm or individual.

• Electronic reports will be transmitted to Division servers weekly.

• Timesheets will be completed correctly and submitted to the office on time and will accurately reflect the hours worked.

• Federal expense tracking, credit card statements, leave slips, and other necessary paperwork will also be submitted to the office on or before established deadlines, and will be completed correctly and free of errors.

• Communicate with the supervisor or other appropriate office staff as needed to successfully perform and complete the job assignments.

• The position will require adequate knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word programs.

Territory and Time Management:

• Schedules and prioritizes inspections to be performed based on schedules, assigned risk value or Program Manager Requests from the office or computer databases.

• Maintains an awareness and recognition of firms or individuals doing business in the assigned territory.

• Investigate these firms to determine if they are subject to the Division's jurisdiction.

• Prepares and submits itineraries and/or work plans as requested.

• Plan overnight travel for out-of-town inspections.

• Utilizes maps and other scheduling tools to develop inspection itineraries that promote the most efficient use of all Division resources.

Education and Training:

• Provides compliance assistance and education to regulated firms/individuals. Educates and informs the public, clients, and other agencies of the Division's statutes, regulations, requirements, and functions.

• Receives training and practices new techniques and procedures, statute/rule changes, and policies.

• Includes, but not limited to, attending scheduled meetings/training and time spent studying training materials and other information from the office.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

This posting will be used to fill more than one vacancy.

Must be a resident of the State of Colorado.

*Please Note - As of August 27, 2025, a hiring freeze is in effect for the Colorado Executive Branch. Any positions that are posted after August 26, 2025 have been either exempted from the hiring freeze or have been approved for a waiver and the hiring process may proceed. Exempted positions include those that are critical to protecting the health, life and safety of Coloradans.

Please contact CDA human resources with any questions about a (or "this" if tied to an announcement) specific job posting.

This posting will be used to fill more than one vacancy.

**This Position is in-person at the listed location and is ineligible for remote work

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This position is advertised in line with the Governor's executive order focused on skills-based hiring practices that focuses on the knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to the job and aligns the hiring process accordingly. Skills-based hiring reduces potential barriers for applicants and allows for reduced bias in the hiring process by providing a direct description of skills that are unique to the duties assigned to the position with a recognition that the applicant may have developed these skills through education, training, or past experiences.

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Salary:

HOURLY

$24.45 - $29.34

ANNUALLY

$50,856.00 - $61,032.00

Minimum Qualification:Proven Experience, Knowledge, Skills:

• Five (5) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position

• Part-time experience will be pro-rated.

  OR

Education and Experience:

• A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to five (5) years

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a regulatory role including, working with rules and regulations.

• Relevant experience working for the State of Colorado.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado commercial driver's license (Class B, with air brakes).

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle for extended periods of time. Must be willing and able to travel away from home for weekly business trips, up to 12 weeks per year.

• Circumstances may require a position to work outside of regular business hours.

• Ability to work indoors and outside as needed in inclement weather that could include hot, cold, wet, humid, and/ or windy conditions.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at a time and push/pull up to 300 lbs. on a two wheeled weight cart across ground, up ramps, or stairs.

• Signing Bonus:

• $1,000 upon hire

• $1,000 after successful completion of the one-year probationary period.

Required Competencies (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and public speaking skills.

• Detail oriented.

• Ability to write detail-oriented reports based on analysis.

• Excellent communication skills; able to communicate effectively and articulately in writing and orally with diverse communities in all corners of the state.

• Work well under pressure.

• Strong relationship management skills and excellent representation of the department in community interactions.

• A proven track record for developing and maintaining trusted relationships with stakeholders and industry experts.

• Excellent negotiation and consensus building skills.

• Proactive approaches to problem-solving and with strong decision-making capability.

• Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently.

• Knowledge and experience working in a regulatory field. (preferred)

• Knowledge of fertilizer, feed, weights and measures, anhydrous ammonia, eggs, meat processing facilities/firms, home food providers, and farm products. (preferred)

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: If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ( dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us ), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

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 announcement will be reviewed against the Minimum Qualifications in this announcement by a Human Resources Specialist. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications may proceed to the next step. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted based on merit and fitness through a comparative analysis process.

ADAAA Accommodations:Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact by phone or email at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

The Department of Agriculture is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Mary Hunt, atmary.hunt@state.co.usor call 303-869-9006.

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt upload (attach) it.

E-Verify

CDA uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more aboutE-Verify ( , including your rights and responsibilities.

Toll-Free Applicant Support - Technical Help

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with technical issues.

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information:

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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I understand that I will be required to live in or near the "assigned " territory of Mesa County

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Do you currently possess a valid Colorado commercial driver's license (Class B, with air brakes).

• Yes

• No

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Are you willing to work a varied work schedule which may include evenings and weekends?

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• No

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Are you willing to travel at least 20% of the time with some overnight stays?

• Yes

• No

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Can you lift to 100 lbs. and push/pull up to 1,000 lbs

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• No

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Please describe what qualities do you bring to this position that makes you a good candidate for the job?

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Share an experience you had in dealing with a difficult person and explain how you handled the situation.

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You will be responsible for planning and scheduling inspections in your assigned geographical area. Name as many factors as you can that you would consider in planning and scheduling your daily work

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Are you a current or former state employee?

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