Food Safety Specialist (Environmental Specialist I)

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a self-motivated person to become part of our Food Safety & Security team in the Williamsburg area. This position is responsible for the evaluation of food processes and the enforcement of the Virginia Food Laws and related federal and state regulations. Duties include:  evaluating the condition of food processing facilities relative to food safety and food security; assessing new and existing food processing technologies and food labeling at manufacturing operations and  retail food establishments; investigating complaints and conducting food borne illness investigations; collecting official samples of food and food related products; reviewing new food business proposals and assisting in the development of safe food processes; evaluating and interpreting nutritional  related claims for foods and dietary supplements.  The individual will establish and work from a home office under the guidance and direction of a regional field office.  Candidate will be required to live in or convenient to assigned territory.

http://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/jobs/00181.shtml

Williamsburg, VA