This is the advanced level of agricultural inspection work in the Department of Agriculture involving the independent application of a variety of complex technical standards. Employees perform the full range of inspections pertinent to animal health.
Employees make determinations independently on controversial and borderline inspection findings.
Employees in this class may function as lead workers on special projects. Candidates appointed to positions in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland. For some positions a medical examination may be given to rule out color blindness. Persons appointed to positions in this class may be assigned to any county or region of the State and may be required to establish residence within their assigned geographic area.