Investigator/Consumer Safety Officer, U.S. Food & Drug Administration

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Chicago office is now seeking candidates for investigator/ consumer safety officer positions.

Read the job announcement and apply here for the investigator/ consumer safety officer position in Chicago, IL or Bensenville, IL.

Selected description:
SALARY RANGE:
$34,659.00 to $68,267.00 / Per Year

OPEN PERIOD:
Thursday, March 13, 2014 to Wednesday, April 02, 2014

DUTY LOCATIONS:
Many vacancies in the following location:
Chicago, IL

JOB SUMMARY: Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American! At the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) you can give back to your community, state, and country by making a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere. It is the principal agency for protecting the health of citizens. Join HHS and help to make our world healthier, safer, and better for all Americans.

The FDA's Office of Regulatory Affairs is the lead office for all FDA Field activities as well as providing FDA leadership on imports, inspections, and enforcement policy. ORA supports FDA Product Centers by inspecting regulated products and manufacturers, conducting sample analysis on regulated products, and reviewing imported products offered for entry into the United States. ORA also develops FDA-wide policy on compliance.

TRAVEL REQUIRED 50% or Greater, DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL

KEY REQUIREMENTS
U.S. citizenship is required.

Only experience gained by closing date announcement will be considered.

One year probationary period may be required.

Mobility agreement required.

Valid driver's license required.

TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH APPLICATION.

DUTIES

Plans and conducts regulatory inspections and in-depth investigations of various establishments; such as manufacturers, warehouses, and retail shops.

Performs analyses and evaluation on data samples and documented information gathered during inspections and investigations.

Prepares final reports, position papers and other written documentation that supports investigative findings and recommendations.

Provides testimony in court regarding the conditions of the manufacturer and the circumstances surrounding the samples the incumbent has collected.