DEPT OF AGRICULTURE

Address: Citrus Fruit and Vegetable Department
2771 N. Grand Avenue, Nogales AZ

Salary: 27.50 - 27.50 

Grade: 19

Closing Date: 11/14/2025

The Arizona Department of Agriculture is recruiting for a Food Product Standardization Inspection Supervisor 1 for our Nogales Operations Office of Citrus, Fruit & Vegetable (CF&V Division).
The position will report directly to the Program Managers in our Nogales operations. The positions is responsible for the supervision of subordinate inspectors involved in daily produce inspection activities. Inspection activities are done in accordance with the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Fresh Produce Grade Inspection (FPGI) program.

Duties to include but not limited to:

• Training new inspectors and keeping inspectors updated on policies and procedures, this includes assisting with training on all commodities requiring inspection.
• Responsible for daily reviews of inspector note sheets and certificates for completeness and accuracy. Conduct USDA Branch Internal Quality Management System (BIQMS)) supervisory technical reviews for inspector work in the field.
• Update handbooks, performs market and shipping point inspections and industry appeal inspections as needed.
• This position may also conduct terminal marketing inspections.
• You will be required to attend out of state training and overnight travel to conduct inspections.
• The position is responsible for reviewing and approval employee time, conducts annual reviews for permanent employees, disciplinary actions and
• Other duties as assigned.
• Drive a state vehicle to various work locations to review on-site inspection work and other

KNOWLEDGE OF:
• Knowledge of USDA guidelines in proper sample selection; produce inspection policies and procedures; supervisory principles and practices
• Production, harvesting, packaging, grading and marketing practices in the produce industry
• Audit training principles and techniques
• Completion of USDA note sheets and certification writing

SKILLS IN:
• Interpersonal relationships.
• Written and oral communications
• Applying supervisory principles and practices; training and supervising inspectors to accurately grade fresh fruits and vegetables
• Mathematical and writing skills to accurately complete detailed reviews of inspection note sheets and certificates
• Solving complex problems in the field
• Counsel employees in the field in a professional manner
• Making unbiased decisions regarding employees or industry.

ABILITY TO:
• Ability to read, understand, interpret and accurately apply U.S. Grade Standards for all fruits and vegetables
• Analyze each inspectors abilities to best utilize them for maximum work efficiency
• Communicate in a professional manner with employees and industry
• Make quick and decisive decisions in the field and set the standard and example to subordinate staff members

Three years’ experience working as a grade inspector II or combination of II, III or IV
Supervisory training.
License has Supervisory of Specific Commodities.

Valid Driver's License
FV-200 or FV-201 License and Certifications.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Agriculture offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). ASRS mandatory condition of Employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in statue. Current contribution rate is 12.00%. Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Melissa Meek at mmeek@azda.gov for assistance. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.