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THIS JOB REQUIRES ENLISTING/JOINING THE U.S. ARMY This is an entry-level position with no experience necessary. When you enlist into the Army as a Food Inspector, you become a part of a team of Soldiers. As a Soldier you secure your future with a career in the Active Duty Army (full-time) and are able to take advantage of all the benefits that serving in the Army gives you. You gain leadership skills, college credit, and job-security by enlisting into the Army that is hard to find in the civilian sector. The veterinary food inspection specialist inspects food designed for human consumption, while also supervising food inspection and combined veterinary service activities. Job Duties: Evaluate packaging, packing, and marking requirementsIdentify unsanitary conditions in food storage facilities and commissary storesOperate and maintain inspection equipmentPerform duties in accordance with approved standards of conduct and report suspected fraudAttend Basic and Advanced Training (paid) Basic Qualifications:Age - 17 to 34 years oldEducation - Current Senior in High School(HS), HS Diploma, GED, GED equivalent, or higher education level completedCitizenship - U.S. Citizen/Permanent ResidentSubmit to background and medical screeningReceive a passing score on the ASVAB Benefits:Enlistment bonus up to $40,000, varies by job and individual qualificationsEducation benefitsTuition Assistance ($4,000 annually) / GI Bill (up to $108,000 for 36 months of attending college)Paid training (Basic and Advanced)30 days of paid vacation earned every yearAdditional living expenses for those who have dependentsVarious lengths of contracts available from 2 years to 6 years normallyRequired Qualifications:Legally authorized to work in the United StatesPreferred Qualifications:17 years or olderSpeaks EnglishBackground checkDrug screeningReads EnglishAt least high school diploma or equivalent or higher.