Consumer Safety Inspector

Summary

$5,000 sign on bonus, creditable service for annual leave accrual, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, and referral bonus awards are available. Shifts and species will vary based on assignment. Employee may be detailed to any shift at any plant in the Des Moines District. For additional information call Adam Zimmerman at .

Perform duties of a consumer safety inspector, including:

• Inspecting meat, poultry, and egg products to ensure compliance with federal regulations and safety standards.
• Collecting samples and performing field tests and examinations.
• Developing written reports and communicating findings orally to internal and external contacts.
• Meeting basic SSOP and HACCP principles, verifying plant HACCP and SSOP responsibilities.
• Performing basic mathematics and elementary statistical concepts for testing and sampling procedures.
• Recommending refusal of exports and providing temporary coverage at locations outside the official duty station when required.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• At least 52 weeks of specialized experience related to regulated food commodities or other ingestible items, including experience as a consumer safety inspector, inspection aide, food inspector, public health inspector, or similar role.
• Experience demonstrating application of proper sampling techniques, field testing, and corrective actions.
• Ability to develop written reports and orally communicate findings.
• For GS‑05 level: 52 weeks of qualifying experience with regulated food commodities and substances.
• For GS‑07 level: at least one year of specialized experience and independent performance of routine duties.
• For GS‑08 level: at least one year of experience with Federal Meat, Poultry, and Egg Products Inspection Acts, SSOP, HACCP, and basic statistics.
• For GS‑09 level: at least one year of experience at a more independent level, including export refusal recommendations and coverage at outside sites.
• Volunteer experience through programs such as Peace Corps and Ameri Corps will be considered.

Federal benefits package including competitive salary, health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave, and opportunities for professional growth.