Careers

Participate in Creating Standards

FSIS invites the food safety community to participate in establishing standards for our food safety policies and services. Join us for public meetings or respond to comment requests.

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One team with one purpose: FSIS professionals work to protect public health.

FSIS employs approximately 8,700 employees working collectively to conduct a broad range of food safety activities to achieve FSIS’ overall vision - that everyone’s food is safe.

FSIS employees are highly trained, motivated, and skilled professionals working as “one team with one purpose.” As our workforce is very important to the mission of the Agency, we strive to ensure that FSIS is a great place to work.

Values & Mindset

Accountable

FSIS holds itself accountable in fulfilling its regulatory mission and in serving the public.

Collaborative

FSIS actively promotes and encourages collaboration within our agency and with our partners to prevent illness and protect the public's health.

Solution-Oriented

FSIS is committed to deploying effective, evidence-based solutions to ensure that the nation’s food supply is safe.

Empowered

FSIS employees are empowered with the necessary training, tools, and approaches they need to make and carry out informed decisions that protect public health.

Why Join FSIS?

FSIS offers a competitive benefits package, as well as creates opportunities for dedicated FSIS employees to grow professionally.

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Employment Programs: FSIS Hiring Authorities

FSIS works under several hiring authorities, including student and recent graduate programs, individuals with disabilities (section A), veterans and military spouses, Peace Corps (volunteers and employees), former VISTA volunteers, as well as current and former federal employees.

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Join Our Team

We welcome applications for all positions open to the public - whether you are seeking a permanent, temporary or promotional position. Visit the OPM USAJOBS website for a complete list of opportunities.

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Who Works for Us

From world-renowned scientists and public health veterinarians to food and consumer safety inspectors to the professional and administrative roles that support our goals, FSIS employees are committed to our mission. Explore our major job profiles to learn more about what we do.

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Build A Career With USDA!

FSIS invests in service members transitioning from active duty to civilian status.

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Faces of Food Safety

David Sandler

Senior Preparedness and Response Coordinator (SIPRS)

"Everything we do, in one way or the other, supports continuous inspection of FSIS-regulated product to ensure food safety."

Dr. Catherine Pierce

frontline supervisor (FLS), Supervisor (PHV)

“Our nation is well-known for safe food and many companies enjoy the benefits of this reputation by exporting and selling products to customers all over the world. Pierce points that much of the work of FSIS goes unrecognized, that's because everything FSIS is aimed at "making sure that people don’t have to think about the safety of their next bologna sandwich.”

Dr. Brianna Medina

supervisory public health veterinarian (SPHV)

“Performing my job makes me feel like I am making a difference in the world. Through the decisions that I make daily, I am protecting consumers – my family, my neighbors, my friends and my colleagues. I educate consumers, farmers, plant management and inspection personnel and, as an SPHV, I am an advocate and an educator for animal welfare.”