Consumer Protection Specialist I
Salary
$32,067.27 - $44,597.35 Annually
Location
18 - FORREST COUNTY, MS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
9010-0401-20260520FRR1
Department
0401 - AGRICULTURE & COMMERCE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date
05/21/2026
Closing Date
6/6/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary
$32,067.27
Agency Maximum Salary
$44,597.35
About the Agency
The Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce's (Department) mission is to support and apply necessary regulations to agricultural-related businesses within the state and to promote Mississippi's products throughout both the state and the rest of the world for the benefit of Mississippi citizens. The Department is dedicated to promoting and heightening the public's awareness of Mississippi's agricultural history, agricultural commodities, and the farmers and ranchers who produce them through participation in trade shows, conferences, and various other community agriculture-related organizations. Through its various bureaus, the Department seeks to protect the health and economic welfare in conjunction with the agricultural and horticultural interests of Mississippi. These activities include registering pesticides, feeds, seeds, fertilizers, and soil amendments, as well as permitting all pest control operators throughout the state. The Department conducts inspections of producers, grocery stores, meat establishments, fuel stations, and other commercial operations to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including, without limitation, food safety and certification of weighing and measuring devices used in commerce. To contact the MDAC, please call 601-359-1144.
About the Position
This position is located in Forrest County, Mississippi, within the Weights and Measures Division of the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce, Bureau of Regulatory Services. The Consumer Protection Specialist I is a first-level professional position responsible for inspection and enforcement work related to statewide commerce. This includes scales and measuring devices used in trade and commerce, food safety, and fuel quality. The incumbent will assist with enforcing applicable state and federal rules and regulations, including guidance from agencies such as the USDA, EPA, and FDA, as well as applicable model laws and guidelines. Duties include collecting and testing samples, assisting with investigations of violations, gathering and securing information, maintaining reports, addressing noncompliance issues, and assisting with prosecution and enforcement actions as needed. The selected applicant for this Weights and Measures position will be assigned a heavy truck to conduct scale inspections in the assigned area. Therefore, a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License is required. This license is necessary to operate a single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 26,001 pounds. Commercial Driver's License requirements and classifications are outlined in Miss. Code Ann. § 63-1-211(2). Applicants must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; standing and walking for extended periods; using hands and fingers to handle objects, tools, or controls; reaching with hands and arms; climbing or balancing; and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or bending. Applicants must also be able to communicate effectively through speaking and listening, visually inspect objects, and use the senses of smell and taste to recognize and distinguish odors and flavors, as required by the duties of the position. A valid Class B Commercial Driver's License is required to regularly operate a state vehicle in the performance of assigned duties.
What youll need to be Successful
Successful candidates are team players, have a good attitude, are ready and willing to learn and grow, have strong attention to detail, strong communication skills, good data processing skills, and excellent organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. The hiring agencys preferred qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent and a Class B Driver's License with no air brake restrictions per §63-1-211(2) of the Miss. Code.
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Health/Prescription Insurance
Eligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness Benefits
Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance
All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances
Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick Leave
Full-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave
In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays
Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs
The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union
All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training
The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotional Opportunities
Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career Ladders
Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed from an accredited four-year college or university?
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Employer State of Mississippi
Address 210 East Capitol Street
Suite 800
Jackson, Mississippi, 39201
Phone 601-359-1406
601-359-1406