Compliance Specialist 1 ( Meat Inspector)

* Ensure each step—stunning, bleeding, evisceration—is performed properly and safely.* Identify and report deviations from approved methods or humane handling protocols.* Ceview interpretation of lab results for compliance with state and federal standards.* Verify compliance with the Humane Methods of Slaughter Act.* Document non-compliance and assist in corrective actions to maintain animal welfare.* Oversee postmortem carcass cutting, trimming, and fabrication.* Ensure sanitary practices are followed during meat processing to prevent contamination.* Confirm that equipment and facilities meet cleanliness and safety standards.* Inspect carcasses to identify visible fecal, ingesta, and milk contamination and verify that corrective measures are taken.* Maintain thorough documentation during verification and enforcement processes.* Proactively identify sanitation or process control failures.* Work with plant personnel to initiate immediate corrective actions.* Record incidents and ensure preventive measures are implemented to avoid recurrence.* Review and verify that the facility’s SSOPs and HACCP plans are correctly followed.* Assess critical control points and ensure hazard analyses are current and effective.* Provide guidance or require changes if sanitation or hazard control documentation is insufficient or out of compliance.The Meat Inspector (**Compliance Specialist 1**), is a part-time, limited duration expected to end June 30, 2027 position based in Southern Oregon – Klamath Falls area, represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU).* Bachelor's Degree in Animal Health or Animal Science* Note: college-level course work in Animal Health may substitute for the experience on the basis of 45-quarter units per year of experience* Familiarity with humane slaughter practices and postmortem meat processing standards.* Strong attention to detail, record keeping, and compliance monitoring.* Great communication skills including verbal communication with both technical and non-technical customers.* Willingness to complete additional training or certification in food safety and regulatory inspection as required.* Preference may be given to individuals with experience in a specialty area specific to the position opening.* Ability to work independently with little or no supervisory direction, often under tight deadlines.* Flexibility in schedule required based on program needs with some overnight travel.* Basic knowledge of Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) systems.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are embedded in the Department of Agriculture core values. Employees at all levels of the agency work together to foster fairness, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The department strives to be a model employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may not meet every one of our listed preferred qualifications. Lived experience may count towards the desired attributes. If you are excited about this position, we encourage you to apply. If you are unsure as to whether you meet the minimum qualifications of this position, please contact our human resources department to discuss your application.* Per the Pay Equity Law passed in 2017, an equal pay analysis will be conducted to determine the compensation of the successful candidate.

The analysis will be based on the relevant experience, education, training, and certifications documented in the application materials.* **United States Employment Eligibility**: The Oregon Department of Agriculture does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. The Oregon Employment Department is an E-Verify employer. If you are the successful candidate, you must present your I-9

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