Licensing Specialist jobs in Wisconsin

The Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) works hard to protect and promote Wisconsin’s agricultural industries and consumers. As an agency, we strive to serve the people of Wisconsin assuring: safe, wholesome food; consumer protection and fair business practices; animal and plant health; a clean environment; and strong agriculture and commerce. To successfully attain these goals, we recognize our success hinges on the diverse, high quality, dedicated staff we employ.

DATCP currently has an opening for a Licensing Specialist (Food Scientist - Advanced) position. This position is field based with a field headquarters within Lincoln, Langlade, Marathon, Outagamie, Portage, Shawano, Waupaca, Waushara or Winnebago counties.

This position offers the State of Wisconsin’s excellent benefits package, which includes 19.5 days of paid time off to start, 9 paid holidays, accrued sick leave, multiple insurance options and an exceptional retirement plan! Also, working for Wisconsin State Government may make you eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

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This posting may be used to fill future similar vacancies.

This position provides technical consultation to manufactured food, dairy, and retail and recreation field staff and supervisors in the planning and performance of licensing activities that affect their work areas. The work further involves giving guidance for all program licensing functions in the bureau, which regulates over 30,000 licenses statewide. This position acts as the primary liaison for the assigned region between Division management staff, legal, and field staff on licensing issues, including: directing licensing activities toward establishments, identifying processes that pose the highest risk of causing foodborne illness, or other environmental risks. This position provides training, education, and consultation to industry so they understand how the regulatory requirements apply to their operations. This position acts as the Department representative in communicating with industry, the general public, and other stakeholders of the program on statewide licensing issues for the food and dairy programs.

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This Food Scientist - Advanced position is in pay schedule/range 15-03. Starting pay will be between $33.50 - $35.64 per hour ($69,680 - $74,131.20 annually) based on qualifications. This position is not represented by a bargaining unit. A 12-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan.

DATCP does not sponsor work visas. Any appointment made will be contingent on the selected applicant being able to provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States.

A criminal background check will be performed on the selected applicant prior to an offer of employment.

Possession of a valid driver's license including personal automobile insurance, or the ability to provide one’s own transportation for work purposes, is required.

Travel is required for approximately 20% of this position’s duties.

Minimally qualified candidates will have the following:

• A Wisconsin Registered Sanitarian (RS) or NEHA REHS/Registered Sanitarian (RS) certification OR have the eligibility to obtain the Wisconsin Registered Sanitarian (RS) or the NEHA REHS/RS within 18 months of hire (for eligibility requirements, please see the hyperlinks below)
  • Wisconsin RS Eligibility Requirements
  • NEHA REHS Eligibility Requirements
• Experience applying and/or interpreting federal and/or state laws, rules, regulations, standards, and/or policies as related to the licensing, inspection and/or manufacturing of food

In addition, you MUST attach any applicable supporting documentation that indicates you are eligible to obtain or you already have a Registered Sanitarian (RS) or NEHA REHS credential (i.e. transcripts, certificate, etc.).

It is critically important your application materials clearly describe your experience related to the stated criteria. The job experts who evaluate your application materials must be able to make an accurate assessment regarding your qualifications. Applicants who do not meet at least the minimum qualifications or who do not clearly identify minimum qualifications will be ineligible to continue in the selection process.

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DATCP is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans hiring programs that may benefit you, please visit the Employment page on WDVA's website.

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The deadline to apply for this position is Monday, May 22 at 11:59pm.