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Agricultural Regulatory Specialist I

Commonwealth of Kentucky • Kentucky, Kentucky • 1w ago

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10/17/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

2605333

Pay Grade12

Salary

$36,426.00 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Click here for more details on state employment. (https://personnel.ky.gov/Pages/Careers.aspx)

Hiring Agency

General Government Cabinet | Department of Agriculture

Location

Location Varies

Location Varies: This position will cover Christian, Todd, Logan, Muhlenberg, Ohio, Grayson, Hardin, Larue, Hart, Green, Taylor, Adair, Russell, Wayne, Clinton, Cumberland, Monroe, Metcalfe, Barren, Allen, Warren, Simpson, Edmonson, and Butler.

Description

We would love to have you join our team at the Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA)! Our department provides services and programs across the Commonwealth which benefit every Kentuckian each day.

This position is in the Office for Consumer and Environmental Protection, Division of Regulation and Inspection, Large Capacity Scale Section.

Possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is preferred.

The Agricultural Regulatory Specialist I job duties will include:

Learns to performs beginning routine inspections on heavy capacity scales including but not limited to: vehicle, livestock, and hopper scales.

Learns to inspect, test, and evaluate individual components of heavy-capacity scales, including load cells, indicators, platforms, weigh bridges, and associated equipment. Learns to use standard testing equipment, certified test weights, and established procedures to verify the accuracy and proper operation of weighing devices.

Learns to review scale tickets, records, inspection reports, and other documentation associated with commercial weighing operations to verify compliance with applicable requirements. Learns to investigate complaints involving the accuracy of heavy-capacity scales and conducts follow- up inspections and tests as necessary.

Learns to apply state and federal laws, regulations, standards, and departmental procedures governing weights and measures activities. Prepares required inspection reports, notices, correspondence, and other documentation accurately and in accordance with established procedures.

This position requires: good communication skills, working knowledge of general computer skills, ability to work and complete tasks independently, possess a valid driver's license and may require overnight stays.

KDA programs impact all Kentuckians in some way each and every day. We take pride and satisfaction in carrying out the many programs offered by the Department! Selected candidate will work to build customer relationships and provide excellent customer service.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:Experience in agriculture, inspection, quality control, regulatory, chemical application or application or inspection of pesticides or restricted chemicals, or a related field will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Typical working conditions will require travel to such places as stockyards, farms, businesses, and amusement parks. Has close contact with livestock animals in such areas as stockyards, barns and/or barnyards.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Gordon Tilford atgordon.tilford@ky.gov (gordon.tilford@ky.gov ?Subject=2605333 - Agricultural Regulatory Specialist I) .

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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