Manufactured Food Specialist - Agricultural Specialist or Agricultural Advisor

Working Title:

Manufactured Food Specialist Job Class:
Agricultural Specialist or Agricultural Advisor Agency:
Minnesota Department of Agriculture

• Job : 96047

• Location :
  St. Paul

• Telework Eligible :
  Yes

• Full/Part Time :
  Full Time

• Regular/Temporary :

• Who May Apply :
  Open to bidders and to all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bids accepted through 09/08/2026.

• Date Posted : 09/01/2026

• Closing Date : 09/14/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit :
  Minnesota Department of Agriculture

• Division/Unit :
  Food and Feed Safety Division / Manufactured Food Safety

• Work Shift/Work Hours :
  Day Shift, 8:00 a.m.
  
  - 4:30 p.m.

• Days of Work :
  Monday
  - Friday

• Travel Required :
  Yes

• Agricultural Specialist Salary Range: $25.67 - $37.26 / hourly; $53,598 - $77,798 / annually

• Agricultural Advisor Salary Range: $28.26 - $41.43 / hourly; $59,006 - $86,505 / annually

• Classified Status :
  Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE)

• FLSA: Nonexempt:

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
  700/) :
  Yes

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.

Join the Manufactured Food Program and help protect the integrity of Minnesota’s food supply while building a meaningful career with room to grow. This position is based in Saint Paul with eligibility to telework and offers the chance to work directly with wholesale food manufacturers, where you will be conducting inspections, supporting compliance, educating industry, and strengthening public health.

Candidates may qualify at either the Agricultural Specialist or Agricultural Advisor level depending on their experience, providing opportunities for entry to advanced regulatory professionals. Whether you’re beginning your journey in food safety or bringing seasoned expertise, you’ll be part of a collaborative team committed to science-based regulation, industry partnership, and safeguarding the food Minnesotans and the world rely on every day, while maintaining a focus on work/life balance.

This position is located in St. Paul and may have the ability to telework. This position conducts work statewide but will focus on the following counties:
Anoka, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington.

One (1) year of experience conducting environmental health or food safety regulatory work (inspection, investigation, HACCP/Food Safety Plan review); or equivalent experience performing technical food safety, sanitation, or quality-controlled work in food production, processing, or environmental health settings.

OR

An associate’s degree in general science, natural science, agricultural or animal science, food science, environmental science, or a closely related field PLUS six (6) months of experience as describe above.

OR

A bachelor’s degree in general science, natural science, agricultural or animal science, food science, environmental science, or a closely related field.

AND

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

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

• Ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Two years of experience conducting food safety regulatory work (inspection, investigation, HACCP or specialized process review); or equivalent experience performing advanced food safety, quality assurance, or compliance work in food manufacturing or regulatory environments, including responsibility for identifying…