Review Vacancy
AgencyAgriculture & Markets, Department of
TitleHorticultural Inspector 2 (Apiculture)
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $73284 to $92693 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in apiculture, entomology, biology, zoology, or pest management or a closely related field and three years of experience* in supervising, implementing or coordinating a major government agricultural or horticultural project.
*J.D. or master’s degree in one of the above fields may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. in one of the above fields may substitute for two years of specialized experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in apiculture, entomology, biology, zoology, or pest management or a closely related field and five years of experience* in supervising, implementing or coordinating a major government agricultural or horticultural project.
*J.D. or master’s degree in one of the above fields may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. in one of the above fields may substitute for two years of specialized experience.
Duties Description The Horticultural Inspector 2 (Apiculture) provides leadership for the seasonal bee inspection force and conducts research and outreach to this important industry. This position works closely with other entities such as Cornell University, USDA, and other industry organizations. Duties include but are not limited to:
• Coordinates, manages and supervises seasonal apiary inspection staff involved in statewide apiary inspection program.
• Establishes and implements honey bee inspection goals, priorities, procedures and budget; schedules and assigns apiary staff to conduct field inspections and may personally conduct the more difficult inspections.
• Develops apiary inspector training programs and evaluates staff performance.
• Enforces program violations in consultation with legal office.
• Develops effective beekeeping strategies and distributes information to others in the industry.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.