Dairy Inspection Sampler - Dairy Inspector

Position: Dairy Inspection Sampler - Dairy Inspector 1
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* Working Title:

Dairy Inspection Sampler*
* ** Job Class:
Dairy Inspector 1*
* ** Agency:
Minnesota Department of Agriculture*
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** Job ** : 94911

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** Location** :
Various

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** Telework Eligible** :
No

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** Full/Part Time** :
Part-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Temporary

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 07/15/2026

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** Closing Date** : 07/24/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Minnesota Department of Agriculture / Agriculture-MAPE

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** Division/Unit** :
Dairy and Meat Inspection Division / DMID Enforcement Staff

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift, 8:00 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m.

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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Thursday

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** Travel Required** :
Yes

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** Salary Range:**  $25.67 - $37.26 / hourly

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

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** End Date** : 12/31/2026

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** FLSA Status** :
Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
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No

** The work you'll do is more than just a job.*
* At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This is a part-time (32 hours/week) temporary position anticipated to last through December 31, 2026.

This position is responsible for sampling milk and dairy products across the state in compliance with State Statutes, rules and policies to ensure safe and wholesome milk and dairy products for the consumer and to assist in maintaining interstate markets for Minnesota's Dairy Industry.

This position is a remote worker position which is defined as, an employee who, as a condition of their appointment, has their home or alternative location as the assigned work location, works permanently from that location, and does not have an agency permanent/principal work location.

This incumbent must be available for daily travel and occasional overnight travel or out of State travel for training.

The incumbent for this position must be located in one of the following counties:
Stearns, Benton, Sherburne, Mille Lacs, Kanabec, Isanti, Meeker, Wright, McLeod, Carver, Scott, Rice.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* ** _To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held._*
* One (1) year of experience working in dairy farm or related field, dairy or food plant in production, dairy or food quality laboratory, dairy or food sampling field or other employment related to the preceding list.

NOTE:

A bachelor's degree in agricultural science, animal or dairy, food technology or other closely related field may substitute for one year of experience.

Effective oral and written communication skills are sufficient to communicate effectively with the public and dairy industry personnel.

Organizational skills sufficient to make judgment decisions, manage time, schedule job responsibilities, and maintain accurate and detailed records and reports

Proficient in basic computer applications sufficient to enter data, write reports and correspond with industry

Must currently possess and maintain an active/valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record subject to review.

The ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* Bachelor's degree from and accredited institution in agricultural science, animal or dairy, food technology or other closely related field.

More than two years' experience performing dairy or food inspections for a government agency.

Awareness of State and Federal laws and regulations as they apply to dairy plants.

Experience working with the public in a government enforcement capacity.

** Physical Requirements*
* In this position the dairy inspector will be inspecting dairy farms, dairy plants, and truck tanks on a regular basis. The essential physical capabilities include being able to sit and drive a car for an hour or more, standing for three to four hours, occasional climbing of ladders and stairs, walking, especially on uneven or slippery ground and/or floor structures, pushing/pulling of objects, reaching at or above shoulder level, lifting 20# occasionally during an inspection and 50-60# rarely, and bending.

The employee will have 8-12 hours of sedentary office work per week, much of which involves the use of a computer. Other essential functions include driving, walking on uneven surfaces, working in all extremes of weather, capable of written and oral communication, acute vision, a sense of smell, and the ability to hear…