Commonwealth of Pennsylvania · 11 hours ago
Apiary Inspector (Temporary)
Home, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
1+ years expThe Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking an Apiary Inspector to join their Department of Agriculture's Plant Protection Division. This role involves safeguarding bee populations by conducting inspections, analyzing field tests, and ensuring compliance with state regulations regarding beekeeping practices.
Non Profit
Responsibilities
Reach out to beekeepers to schedule inspections of their bee colonies
Assess for the presence of harmful pests and diseases
Conduct and analyze field tests
Collect samples that will be submitted to the State Apiarist for confirmation of any honey bee pathogens, pests, or other issues
Issue detailed reports following apiary inspections
Communicate the results of laboratory tests to the owners of the sampled bees
Assist the State Apiarist in the enforcement of the Bee Law
Qualification
Required
One year of experience as a beekeeper or in related work affording a knowledge of bee handling and bee disease or one year of college course work, majoring in a biological field including a course in apiculture; or 6 months beekeeping experience and a beekeeping short course; or any equivalent combination of experience and training
You must possess a valid Pennsylvania Class C driver's license
You must be able to perform essential job functions
Preferred
Experience managing honeybee colonies
Company
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania employs thousands of people across the state to deliver programs and services to the people of Pennsylvania.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.5MKey Investors
Appalachian Regional Commission
2022-03-17Grant· $0.5M
Leadership Team
John Tirpak
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Nathan S.
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