Minimum Requirements:

• High school graduate.
• Comply with all current and future certifications and/or license requirements as described by the certification/licensing agency that issues the certification and/or license.
• Expert knowledge of Chapter 909 Apiaries of the Ohio Revised Code and any supplemental local regulations and requirements.
• Valid State of Ohio driver’s license, current certificate of vehicle insurance, and access to reliable transportation to all required work locations.
• Strong customer service, verbal and written communication skills.
• Treats others with courtesy and respect in all interactions.
• Responds to situations with flexibility to meet changing needs and manages multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Knowledge of basic accounting and mathematics practices.
• Proficiency with the use of basic computer hardware and software (i.e. Microsoft Office), email, and other basic office equipment.
• Possess organizational skills and the ability to track work related assignments, activities, and other items related to the position.
• Ability to keep accurate reports and records and forward appropriate documents to the Board of Health to meet all required timelines.
• Ability to work independently and overcome challenges, address conflicts appropriately, and solve problems that may arise.

Responsibilities:

• Enforce Chapter 909 of the Ohio Revised Code, all relevant sections of the Ohio Revised Code, and the Cuyahoga County Board of Health Apiary regulations.
• Perform all required inspections on registered apiaries within Cuyahoga County for enforcement of state and county codes and regulations.
• Confer with bee keepers and make recommendations to improve the health of the hives/colonies inspected.
• Ensure the control or eradication of serious bee diseases through diagnosis, recommended approved control options, or if necessary, destruction of bees, hives, honey, Africanized honey bees, or equipment.
• Maintain routine contact with the designated representative(s) of the Board of Health in regard to the scheduling of inspections and all other program activities.
• Maintain all records and reports to document the status of inspections.
• Maintain a log of all inspections, property visits and examinations, and other relevant apiary program activities performed. The log shall contain sufficient information to determine the Inspector’s activity, status of the project being examined, and approval or disapproval of each inspection. This log shall be submitted to theOhio Department of Agriculture as required. The Inspector shall keep a true and accurate monthly service report detailing the professional services provided for that month. The monthly report shall serve as the Inspector’s invoice for payment of services rendered upon written approval by the Board of Health’s designee.
• Maintain all required state certifications as required by the Ohio Administrative and Revised Codes and provide evidence of such certification to the Board of Health as requested.
• Adhere to any and all Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards relevant to job duties and employ all necessary safety policies and procedures to minimize the potential for accidents or injuries while performing duties associated with this position.

Compensation (Rates):

• Apiary Inspection: $4,000.00 per year

Please complete the online application on our website, www.ccbh.net/jobs

All applicants are required to upload a resume and include a cover letter with their application.

Deadline to Apply: January 24, 2025

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