OPS Apiary Inspector - 42915077
Florida Staffing
Ops Apiary Inspector
This is a full-time other personal services (OPS) position within the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Division of Plant Industry. The position requires an associate's degree or six (6) months of experience in apiculture, environmental protection, regulation, or health; one of the physical or natural sciences; agriculture; or engineering. A valid driver license is also required. Occasional travel is necessary.
The duties of this position include inspecting honey bee colonies for destructive and regulated pests and diseases, conducting field diagnostic tests, implementing regulatory actions, maintaining accurate records, and staying informed of all beekeeping matters. The position also involves public outreach about honey bees and attendance at meetings or workshops of the apiary industry.
The benefits of working for the state of Florida include participation in state group insurance, the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan, the State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan, flexible spending accounts, and the Employee Assistance Program.
The state of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the agency hiring authority in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Location: Clearwater, FL, US