State Inspector

Rapid City, SD | Public Safety | Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly

23.56 - 24.74 US per hour

Job
Agency:

Public Safety

Location:

Rapid City, SDSalary:$23.56-$24.74 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade:

H
Closing Date:10/12/2026

This is a full-time position with the Department of Public Safety. For more information on the Department of Public Safety, please visit https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .

The South Dakota Department of Public Safety is looking for a State Inspector to work in the Western part of South Dakota. The South Dakota Department of Public Safety’s Office of Weights, Measures & Inspections promotes efficiency by utilizing program staff throughout the state to conduct a variety of inspections for the Departments of Health, Education, Social Services, the State Fire Marshal, Lottery, as well as Weights and Measures.

The inspections performed by staff offer diverse opportunities to meet and work with a variety of entities daily. This position is responsible for identifying violations of regulations to ensure compliance with State and Federal Rules. Selected candidates will need to discuss and explain violations with business managers; complete required reports; ensuring businesses and consumers are receiving fair treatment and protect the public from health and safety hazards.

You have the availability to work remotely from home while being responsible for establishing your schedule, ensuring the requirements from our partner agencies are met.

This position is NOT for building inspections, Motor Carrier, Highway Patrol or specifically Health Inspector.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
The ability to explain functions of partner agencies, including our own, but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities listed below.

Knowledge of:
It would be helpful but not a requirement for the position to have knowledge/experience in one or more of the following areas:

• educational food program reviews;
• lunch programs;
• fire and life safety;
• commercial weighing and measuring devices.

Skill to:

• develop and maintain relationships with the public, other agencies as well as our own;
• manage time;
• meet needs of partner agencies;
• address requests and problems as they arise, both effectively and professionally.

Ability to:

• function independently;
• operate computers and use a computer keyboard;
• operate a variety of inspection equipment;
• learn and comprehend information;
• create accurate and thorough reports;
• lift and move test equipment or items being inspected;
• interpret rules, laws, and procedures;
• exercise tact and discretion in communicating and dealing with persons of varying backgrounds and temperament;
• communicate information clearly and concisely;
• work effectively by oneself and with others;
• make decisions using good judgement;
• lift and move 50 pounds.

Additional Requirements:

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

NCRC:

If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office.

A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9.The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

• The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here .This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.