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  • Tulare County Health and Human Services

    Dairy Inspector I/II
    • Multiple locations throughout Tulare County, California
    • TULARE COUNTY HHSA
    • Full Time
    • Code Enforcement and Inspections
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  • Dairy Inspector I/II

    Multiple locations throughout Tulare County, California United States TULARE COUNTY HHSA Full Time $61,917.27 - $82,964.99 Annually Feb 03, 2026
    Tulare County Health and Human Services Employer:

    TULARE COUNTY HHSA

    Our Vision Healthy children and adults, supportive families, thriving communities. Our Mission Dedicated to protecting and strengthening the well-being of the community through the development of effective policies, practices, and services delivered in a culturally and linguistically competent manner. Our Core Values  1) HHSA sponsors services and policies that are: collaborative, community-driven, evidence-based. 2) HHSA promotes service delivery that is: culturally competent, respectful, a model of excellence. 3) HHSA supports a work environment that demonstrates: diversity, integrity, accountability, teamwork and mutual respect, staff development and recognition.

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    Job Description

    DAIRY INSPECTOR I/II

    One current vacancy with the Health & Human Services Agency (HHSA). Position is located throughout Tulare County. This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill the current and future vacancies within HHSA. Position may be fill at either Level I or Level II depending on meeting the required qualifications.

    Current position is with HHSA in Visalia but the position will service locations throughout Tulare County.

    This position is responsible to conduct inspections of dairy farms, milk handling, and processing facilities in the enforcement of sanitation and public health laws and regulations.

    Salary Information:
    Level I: $5,159 - $6,288 Monthly
    Level II: $5,672 - $6,913 Monthly

    Typical Duties

    DUTY SAMPLE

    • Inspect dairies and dairy farms to determine conformance with sanitary regulations.
    • Inspect sanitary conditions of buildings, equipment and personnel in milk handling and processing facilities and determine compliance with appropriate laws and regulations.
    • Observe general health of dairy animals. Instruct personnel in general sanitation and care and maintenance of dairy equipment.
    • Instruct dairy personnel concerning milk regulations and methods of maintaining a safe milk supply.
    • Collect samples of milk and milk by-products for analysis.


    For a full list of duties for Level I, please click here .

    For a full list of duties for Level II, please click here .

    Minimum Qualifications

    Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.

    Education/Experience:

    Level I: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with specialization in studies which related to dairy farms, milk and milk products, food sciences, or animal science.

    OR: Graduation from a veterinary college of recognized standing at the time of graduation AND at least one (1) year of experience in the production, processing, or inspection of milk or milk products.

    OR: Employed as a registered Environmental Health Specialist in the State of California for at least two (2) years immediately prior to applying for the certification examination AND possesses a bachelor's degree.

    Level II: Requires one (1) year of experience in an approved inspection service as a Dairy Inspector or closely related field (see License or Certificates requirement for Level II below).

    Knowledge of : Principles, practices and equipment used in the production, handling and processing of milk and various dairy products; principles of biology, animal husbandry, chemistry, physics and entomology; basic laboratory and research principles and practices in evaluating dairy conditions and products; Federal, State and local laws pertaining to the dairy industry; methods and techniques for interviewing, investigating and conducting inspections and resolving sanitation problems; safety practices of the industry.

    Skill/Ability to : Read, interpret and apply laws, rules and regulations; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; explain information to people from various educational and socioeconomic backgrounds; use patience, tact and courtesy in dealing with people under various circumstances; write clear, concise, grammatically correct reports, memos and letters; give and follow complex verbal and written instructions; coordinate work with others; establish priorities and meet deadlines; conduct investigations and inspections and take appropriate corrective and enforcement action; instruct in the methods and procedures of sanitary inspection and correction of unsanitary conditions; perform technical research and testing and evaluate and document results; establish and maintain records; implement new policies and procedures .

    LICENSE OR CERTIFICATES:

    Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

    Level I: Requires within 6 months of hire a Certificate of registration as a Dairy Inspector issued by the California State Department of Agriculture.

    Level II: Requires a Certificate of registration as a Dairy Inspector issued by the California State Department of Agriculture.

    For complete information please follow the link below:

    https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/ahfss/Milk_and_Dairy_Food_Safety/pdfs/RDI-Flyer.pdf

    Additional Information

    Conditions of Employment:

    • Candidates selected may be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions.
    • An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions.
    • Some job classes may also require a physical exam.


    College Cost Reduction Access Act : This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    Bargaining Unit 6

    The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

    Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

    Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).

    Retirement:     The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

    Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

    Vacation Accrual:
    2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
    3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
    4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
    5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
    Limit of 300 hours.

    Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

    Career Incentive Pay
    Employees who have completed five (5) or more Years of Service with Tulare County and meet the eligibility criteria described in Administrative Regulation - 52, earn additional pay according to the schedule below.

    Years of Service

    % Increase

    Total

    5

    3%

    3%

    10

    2%

    5%

    15

    3%

    8%

    20

    2%

    10%

    Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

    Disability Insurance:     Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

    Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

    To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

    The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

    Closing Date/Time: 2/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
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