Products & Standards Insp Trainee - Large Scale Will Co. (Target title posting 45585)
Springfield, IL, US, 62702
Agency: Department of Agriculture
Class Title: PRODUCTS & STANDARDS TRAINEE - 34605
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Closing Date/Time: 04/09/2025
Salary: $4412 - $5991 anticipated starting salary range
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Will; Grundy; Kendall
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: None
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 45588
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.
This position serves in a regional capacity. Persons serving in this role are required to assume residency in Will, Kendall or Grundy county and will be required to work from their home location as a base of daily operational headquarters to service their designated worksites.
Essential Functions
- Serves as an apprentice in the field under the guidance of experienced Products and Standards Inspectors.
- Travels to participate in on-the-job training and orientation using test standards and associated equipment using inspection techniques.
- Participates in on-the-job training and orientation on maintaining records, such as accounts of daily activities.
- Travels to attend meetings and workshops to obtain knowledge of proper inspection procedures and administrative policies.
- Operates and Maintains vehicle, testing and office equipment.
- 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 the completion of two years of college, preferably with coursework in fields relating to business, management, or communications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers the possession of a Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License with air brake endorsement.
- Prefers working knowledge of mathematics to determine designated tolerances and tare allowances.
- Prefers experience testing commercially used weighing and measuring devices.
- Prefers experience enforcing regulations based on established procedures/guidelines.
- Prefers experience accurately filling out forms and reports.
- Prefers experience following instructions and established departmental policy.
- Prefers experience communicating with associates, businesses and the general public regarding departmental standards, procedures, and regulatory information.
- Prefers experience testifying in a court of law or administrative hearings regarding inspections or investigations.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires possession of, or ability to obtain, a Class B Commercial Driver's License with air brake endorsement.
- Requires a valid driver's license.
- Requires the ability to successfully pass a name-based background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
- Requires the ability to successfully complete a pre-employment physical, including a drug and alcohol screening.
- Requires the ability to successfully pass random drug and alcohol screenings.
- Requires the ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
- Requires the ability to climb, work in an environment with dust, chemicals, motor fuel, livestock, refrigerated areas, and during all seasons.
- Requires the ability to sustain long periods of city and highway driving.
- Requires the ability to travel with periodic overnight stays. (Employee must pay for lodging and personal expenses while on travel status until being reimbursed).
- Required to assume residency in Will, Kendall or Grundy County and will be required to work from their home location as a base of daily operational headquarters to service their designated worksites.
Work Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm (work hours may vary)
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: Legal, Audit & Compliance
The Illinois Department of Agriculture administers an annual budget of approximately $200 million and employs more than 400 people statewide, with several hundred more seasonal employees hired during the summer to support 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 programs.
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
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- 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!
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
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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
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Nearest Major Market: Springfield