Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 47341 
Closing Date: 08/18/2025
​Agency:  Department of Agriculture
Class Title: PRODUCTS & STANDARDS INSPECTOR - 34603 
Skill Option:  None 
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/25) $5137 a month; Full Range $5137 - $7031 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: DeKalb; Lee; Ogle
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  RC029 Paraprofessional Investigatory & Law Enforcement Employees, Meat and Poultry Inspectors, and Meat and Poultry Inspector Trainees, IFPE. The RC-033 bargaining unit merged into RC-029 bargaining unit effective May 15, 2014.
Merit Comp Code:  

This position serves in a regional capacity. Persons serving in this role are required to assume residency in Dekalb, Lee, Ogle or contiguous county and will be required to work from their home location as a base of daily operational headquarters to service their designated worksites.

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Essential Functions

• Inspects eggs at retail and wholesale distribution locations.
• Completes Country of Origin Labeling (COOL) Reviews.
• Consults with business owners and operators regarding the interpretation of pertinent laws, rules, regulations, technical information, and inspection procedures associated with the Egg Program.
• Attends meetings and workshops regarding changes in technology, inspection procedures and administrative policies.
• Maintains vehicle, computer, printer and testing equipment.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of two years of college, preferably with coursework in fields relating to business, management or communications and the successful completion of an agency approved training program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers working knowledge of methods and procedures used in the examination and grading of eggs, licensing, sanitation, and inspection fee audits.
• Prefers working knowledge of accounting practices and principles.
• Prefers ability to effectively communicate with associates, businesses and the general public regarding department standards, procedures and regulatory information.
• Prefers experience with preparing comprehensive and accurate reports and to maintain adequate records that could be used to substantiate the findings of bureau inspectors before a hearing officer or in a court of law.
• Prefers experience with providing guidance and direction to other members of the inspection staff.
• Prefers experience with interpreting applicable laws, regulations, and department documents.
• Prefers experience with establishing and maintain productive working relationships with comparable governmental agencies and representatives of the industries affected by the activities of the division.
• Prefers experience with keeping confidential information acquired during surveillance of business establishments and the examination of their business records.
• Prefers experience with writing legibly and comprehensively, skills in conflict resolution and the ability to communicate in oral and written form.
• Prefers a basic MS Office Proficiency: the ability to use a computer, cellular phone and required software.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires completion of a name-based background screening and self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires the ability to successfully pass a preemployment physical.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
• This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
• Requires residency in DeKalb, Lee, Ogle or a contiguous county.

  Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday
Work Location: 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Agency Contact:  Bureau of Human Resources
Email: AGR.HumanResources@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-785-5099
Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance

The Illinois Department of Agriculture administers an annual budget of approximately $200 million and employs more than 400 people statewide, with several hundred more seasonal employees hired during the summer to support the Illinois State Fair and Du Quoin State Fair. Separate bureaus administer programs and services directed at conserving the State's land and water resources; protecting the health and welfare of livestock and companion animals; overseeing state and county fairs; regulating seed, feed, and fertilizer products; ensuring the financial stability of grain dealers and warehouses; promoting Illinois food and agricultural products; and operating the State's horse racing programs .

AGR values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents.

AGR offers a robust benefit package including; 

• Monday-Friday work schedule
• Flexible work schedules in many program areas
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
• 12 Weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pension Plan
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually
• Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service
• Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date
• Thirteen - Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually

If this opportunity appeals to you, please apply today!

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

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