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METROLOGIST ASSOCIATE - AIR WEIGHTS AND MEASURES

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Date:  Nov 15, 2024
Location: 

Springfield, IL, US, 62702

Job Requisition ID:  38828

 Agency :  Department of Agriculture 
Closing Date/Time: 12/03/2024 
Salary:   $4952 - $6952 (anticipated starting salary monthly)  
Job Type:   Salaried 
County:   Sangamon  
Number of Vacancies:   1  
Plan/BU: RC062   

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Posting Identification Number  38828

 

Why Work for Illinois?

 

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.


No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Essential Function

  • Performs comparisons of field and industry standards with state standards by determining which calibration procedure is needed.
  • Performs comparisons of field and industry standards with state standards by determining which calibration procedure is needed.
  • Assist Chief Metrologist with routine office functions such as scheduling appointments and record keeping.
  • Consults with the National Institute of Standards Technology as a primary technical resource.
  • Assists Chief Metrologist in maintaining traceability to the National Institute of Standards and Technology by the safekeeping and preservation of the state primary standards instrumentation and associated equipment as well as the completion of assigned NIST problems
  • Assists Chief Metrologist in maintaining the accuracy of sophisticated measuring instruments used.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of two years of college with courses in physical sciences, mathematics, physics or engineering.
  • Requires successful completion of National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seminars-Fundamentals of Metrology, Mass Metrology and Volume Metrology during first year of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefers working knowledge of a wide range of calibration methods, techniques and instruments.
  • Prefers working knowledge of computers and various software products.
  • Prefers working knowledge of the metric system.
  • Prefers experience with assuming responsibility for extreme accuracy of testing procedures.
  • Prefers experience with interpreting and applying weights and measure laws and regulations relating to weighting and measuring devices and equipment.
  • Prefers experience with preparing clear, concise and accurate laboratory reports.
  • Prefers experience with gaining and maintaining satisfactory working relationships with industry and NIST personnel.
  • Prefers successful completion of National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seminars: Fundamentals of Metrology, Mass Metrology and Volume Metrology

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires the ability to successfully pass a background check.
  • Requires a valid driver's license and the ability to travel.
  • Requires occasional overnight stays (employee must pay for travel expenses while waiting to be reimbursed).
  • The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours:  8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday  
Work Location: 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62702  
Agency Contact: 

Bureau of Human Resources

Email: AGR.HumanResources@illinois.gov

Phone #:217-785-5099

Posting Group:  Environmental & Natural Resources  

 

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

 

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (AGR) administers an annual budget of more than $100 million and employs more than 300 people statewide, with several hundred more temporary employees hired during the Illinois State Fair and Du Quoin State Fair.  Separate bureaus administer programs and services directed at conserving the state's land and water resources; protecting the health and welfare of livestock and companion animals; overseeing state and county fairs; regulating seed, feed and fertilizer products; ensuring the financial stability of grain dealers and warehouses; promoting Illinois food and agricultural products; and operating the state's horse racing program.  

 

AGR values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents.  

 

AGR offers a robust benefit package including; 

  • Monday-Friday work schedule
  • Flexible work schedules in many program areas
  • Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
  • 12 Weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
  • Pension Plan
  • Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs
  • Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually
  • Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service
  • Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date
  • Thirteen - Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually

 

If this opportunity appeals to you, please apply today!

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

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Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.  If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

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Nearest Major Market: Springfield

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