United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

The United States department of agriculture is a governmental department. The USDA functions in many states throughout the US even though its’ headquarter is located in Washington, DC. The job that I found at this location while doing my paper was a Consumer Safety Inspector. This job requires the employee to inspect meat plants and make certain the federal laws are followed. To someone interested in food safety, he or she might find this job interesting. The pay, in my opinion, is not bad ranging between $30,000 and $60,000 depending on qualifications and location. With meat plants throughout the US it allows for a wide opportunity to work in a place of one’s choice. Another benefit is this job’s minimum requirement is a Bachelors, and although the pay is less, it allows an opportunity for growth (if by work while going to grad school or learning enough to obtain a raise). Some draw backs would be that it is in a meat processing plant. This job is most likely unpleasant in the sights (such as slaughtered animals, blood, etc.) and smells. Meat plants usually are responsible for the killing, slaughtering, cleaning, and processing of meat (animals used for consumption by people), and are not the place for everyone. If a bachelor’s degree is received, an interest in food safety excites you, you do not mind some unusual sights and sounds, and a salary between $30,000 and $60,000 works for you this might be your job!