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This position may also perform inspections of weighing and measuring devices, package checking and method of sale, dairy farm and milk processing operations, and other inspections as required and set forth by State rules, regulations, and division policy. No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day.

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State's career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State. . The Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry, Division of Quality Assurance and Regulations, is recruiting to fill the position of Consumer Protection Inspector in Augusta, Kennebec County, & surrounding area. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSERVATION & FORESTRY CONSUMER PROTECTION INSPECTOR Opening Date: May 06, 2026 Closing Date: End of day May 27, 2026 Location: Augusta, Kennebec County & surrounding area Position Number: 00500-0732 Position Type: Permanent Full Time Class Code: 9103 Grade: 23 (Professional/Technical Unit) Salary: $49,275.20 - $69,139.20 Per Year Interested candidates need to complete an online Direct Hire Application along with a Cover Letter, and a detailed Resume. BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This position will perform inspections of retail food stores, food processors, food storage warehouses, and home food processors, conducting sanitation and public health inspections. This position may also perform inspections of weighing and measuring devices, package checking and method of sale, dairy farm and milk processing operations, and other inspections as required and set forth by State rules, regulations, and division policy. The applicant must be able to gather information, interpret regulations, assess findings to determine non-compliance and write non-compliance records in an accurate, descriptive, and precise manner. Food safety training, knowledge of Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOP), microbiology, and computer literacy are a plus. Good personal hygiene and sanitation habits are expected. Some statewide travel is required. For questions specific to the position, please contact Benjamin Metcalf at: (207) 287-4979 or Benjamin.Metcalf@maine.gov MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Four (4) years of education, training, and/or experience in the field of microbiology, agricultural science, food science, applied mechanics, regulatory/law enforcement, or weights & measures. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION: Must be willing to attend out-of-state training. Must successfully complete all training with a passing grade. Must be willing to work a schedule that may include holidays and scheduled days off as necessary. Must be willing to perform relief inspections statewide. The successful applicant must have a valid driver's license, as CPI inspectors use state vehicles to perform inspections. Competency in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) products is required. LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: (These must be met by all employees after hire but prior to attaining permanent status in this class): Federal (USDA)/State Inspector License for the products being inspected. Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions. No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: <ul><li>Work-Life Balance - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. </li><li>Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. </li><li>Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements. </li><li>Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value). </li><li>Retirement Plan - The State of Maine contributes 14.11% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS),</li></ul>

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Consumer Protection Inspector - 0732

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Computer Skills

Consumer Protection

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Dental Insurance

Driver's License

Food Safety

Food Science

Hazard Analysis

Interpret Regulations

Law Enforcement

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Microbiology

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Product Family

Microsoft Word

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Retirement Plan

Safety Training

Sales

Sanitation

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

State Government

State Laws and Regulations

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

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