Specialized Products Inspector

Job Title - Specialized Products Inspector

*2 position's that will cover statewide*

FT / PT Status – Full-time
Salary – $27.13 - $40.73
Remote Work / In-Office – Remote

Recruiter – Christa Rowland | crowlan@utah.gov |801-538-4826
Application Deadline – 8-20-26

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Job Description

The Specialized Product Division at the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) are seeking a qualified individual to fill a Compliance Inspector position. The employee will function as a field representative of the division and will primarily be responsible for performing inspections of kratom, hemp and specialized product processing facilities, and retail locations, to enforce regulations set by the State of Utah and provide technical leadership. Inspectors monitor agricultural policy and certify compliance with program regulations. Inspectors need to have outstanding integrity, extreme attention to detail, and exceptional interpersonal communication skills. This job will require you to understand and clearly communicate laws and rules to individuals participating in the legal sale of kratom, hemp and specialized products in the State of Utah. This will include reviewing product labels of hemp, kratom and specialized product commodities for compliance and issuing a notice of non-compliance of the law, Destruction, and/or stop-sale notices.

 Key Responsibilities

• Promote responsible Specialized Product production and commerce. 
• Provides technical leadership in their area of specialty. 
• Comply with the requirements of due process. 
• Prepare compliance violations.   
• Implement administrative controls. 
• Federal and State licensure may be required for each program. 
• Receives, researches and responds to incoming questions or complaints; provides information, explains policy and procedures, and/or facilitates a resolution. 
• Provide information, explain policy, and procedures, and facilitate a resolution. 
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and agency rules, standards, and guidelines. 
• Monitor and evaluate operations, programs, processes, and practices for quality and effectiveness. Inspect, grade, and certify facilities and products. Schedule and conduct inspections and investigations. 
• Gather, identify, and stores samples of materials to be tested on-site or forwarded to a laboratory for testing. 
• Enforce laws, rules, and regulations. 
• Maintain detailed inspection and investigation records, prepare reports, and attend to other related administrative requirements.

 Qualifications

Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:

• The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• A basic understanding of the hemp, kratom and specialized products industry.
• Experience in regulating, producing or manufacturing agriculture products or experience in the hemp, kratom and specialized products industry.
• Experience with Google Suite, Salesforce, or other applicable software.

Preferred or trainable/on-the-job qualifications: 

• A ”self-starter” mentality and the ability to manage their time effectively.
• Monitoring and assessing the performance of individuals or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• The ability to communicate complex ideas in both written and verbal forms. 
• The ability to work well with the public, including diffusing difficult situations.
• The ability to read and understand laws and legal documents.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process. 
• Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
• Knowledge of plant organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
• The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
• The ability to understand and calculate percentages.
• Advanced knowledge of standard office software.
• A detail-oriented personality. 
• The ability to understand complex problems and apply solutions.  

 About the Role

Location –Statewide
Background Check Required – No
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization. 
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals. 
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
For more information about working for the Department of Agriculture and Food please click here.

EEO Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.