Job Description
Join the forefront of agricultural compliance as a Federal Compliance Specialist with the USDA in Fresno, CA. This full-time position offers the opportunity to safeguard food safety standards and regulatory integrity while serving California's vital agricultural community. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, career stability, and the satisfaction of protecting public health through federal oversight.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive federal salary with locality adjustments
- Generous retirement and health benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Work-life balance with predictable schedules
Responsibilities
- Monitor and enforce federal agricultural regulations across Central Valley operations
- Conduct routine compliance audits of food processing facilities and farmsInvestigate regulatory violations and recommend corrective actions
- Collaborate with state agencies on joint enforcement initiatives
- Prepare detailed compliance reports for federal stakeholders
- Train agricultural producers on regulatory requirements
- Stay current with evolving USDA and FDA policies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Science, Public Administration, or related field
- 3+ years of regulatory compliance experience
- Knowledge of federal food safety regulations (FDA, FSMA)
- Strong analytical and investigative skills
- Valid California driver's license
- Ability to travel up to 20% within Fresno County
- U.S. citizenship required
- Pass federal background investigation