AG WEIGHTS & MEASURES SPECIALIST I/II/III
County of Yuba Marysville, California, USA
- Location: Marysville, California, USA
- Categories: Public Health
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Feb 05, 2026
Job Description:
AG WEIGHTS & MEASURES SPECIALIST I/II/III
Description
Job SummaryThe ideal candidate:
- Perform agricultural inspection, pest exclusion/quarantine, and weights and measures enforcement under limited supervision
- Apply Federal, State, and County regulations to protect public health and safety
- Conduct inspections, analyze findings, and exercise sound regulatory judgment
- Use or learn GIS mapping and permit systems
- Communicate effectively and work independently in a field-based environment
- Hold applicable California State licenses, with placement based on experience and licensure
HIRING RANGES:
Level I: $5,053 - $5,559/Monthly
Level II: $5,583 - $6,142/Monthly
Level III: $6,169 - $6,786/Monthly
Examples of Duties
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Qualifications
The minimum and preferred requirements are listed below. While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, Human Resources reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures.
Education and Experience:
- Ag Weights & Measures Specialist I:
- MINIMUM: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with specialization in agricultural, biological, chemical or physical sciences, or other appropriate discipline.
- PREFERRED:In addition to the minimum, one (1) year of experience in agricultural and/or weights and measures inspection.
- MINIMUM: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with specialization in agricultural, biological, chemical or physical sciences, or other appropriate discipline.
- Ag Weights & Measures SpecialistII:
- MINIMUM: In addition to the I-level minimum, one (1) year of experience at a level equivalent to the County’s class of Ag Weights & Measures Specialist I.
- PREFERRED:In addition to the minimum, two (2) years of experience in agricultural and/or weights and measures inspection at a level equivalent to the County’s class of Ag Weights & Measures Specialist I.
- MINIMUM: In addition to the I-level minimum, one (1) year of experience at a level equivalent to the County’s class of Ag Weights & Measures Specialist I.
- Ag Weights & Measures SpecialistIII:
- MINIMUM: In addition to the II-level minimum, two (2) years of experience at a level equivalent to the County’s class of Ag Weights & Measures Specialist I and II.
- PREFERRED:In addition to the minimum , additional years of experience in agricultural and/or weights and measures inspection at a level equivalent to the County’s class of Ag Weights & Measures Specialist II.
- MINIMUM: In addition to the II-level minimum, two (2) years of experience at a level equivalent to the County’s class of Ag Weights & Measures Specialist I and II.
- The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment; maintain throughout employment.
- Possession of a valid California Class A or B driver’s license may be required. Possession of Commercial Driver’s license at application will be subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements.
- I level: Possess and maintain at least one County Agricultural Inspector/Biologist license issued by the State of California within the first 12 months as specified by the department. The license should be one of the following: Test #5 Pest Prevention & Plant Regulation or Test #1 Pesticide Regulation.
- II level: Possess and maintain at least three County Agricultural Inspector /Biologist license and two of the Weights and Measures licenses issued by the State of California as specified by the department.
- III level: Possess and maintain all five of the County Agricultural Inspector/Biologist licenses and all three of the Weights and Measures licenses.
- Accreditation as a Certifying Officer (ACO) from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) may be required.
Special Requirements:
- Must successfully complete an extensive background investigation which may include Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire.
- DMV printout prior to hire.
- When applicable, must comply with U.S. Department of Transportation regulations as a “Safety Sensitive” or “Safety Supportive” classification depending on license, including pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug and alcohol testing as a condition of employment.
- Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.
This position is represented by the Yuba County Employees' Association (YCEA).
For a comprehensive listing of benefits associated with this position please click here.
Closing Date/Time: 2/20/2026 5:00 PM Pacific