Certification/Licensure Examiner 2

Agriculture is the heart of it all in Ohio!

The Ohio Department of Agriculture protects all Ohioans by safeguarding plants and animals, conserving our natural resources and supporting farmers. ODA is cabinet-level agency reporting to Governor DeWine. Food and agriculture is Ohio’s number one industry, contributing $124 billion to the economy and employing one in eight people. Ohio is home to more than 75,000 farms, with agriculture touching every part of the state. Not only does Ohio rank number one in Swiss cheese production, but we are top three in the nation’s egg production and fifth in soybean production. Ohio’s farmers impact those well beyond state lines, feeding families across the nation. 

ODA’s beautiful campus is located in Reynoldsburg on 158-acres. Not only is parking free, but food trucks frequent the campus for coffee and lunch.

You’ll find great coworkers here, who are experts in their field and care about the work they do.

What We Do:

Working for the Ohio Department of Agriculture means strengthening our state with the help of our 19 divisions programs. Our staff ensures the products you consume every day are safe to eat and drink. We protect Ohio’s farmland, improve soil health and water quality, all while keeping our plants, crops, and animals free of pests and disease. We are home to the state’s top food safety laboratory and serve as the hub for a statewide lab safety system. Our folks protect consumers by ensuring you get what you pay for through weights and measures accuracy standards. ODA oversees Ohio’s 94 county and independent fairs, the showcases of our towns and cities, and protects fair goers by inspecting the amusement rides you love to enjoy!

As a member of team ODA, you will be working with people of the highest caliber, doing great work, and making a difference for all Ohioans.

What You’Ll Do:

No ag background, no problem! You’ll learn all about agriculture from our top-notch experts who dedicate their lives to a cleaner, safer, better Ohio. The Animal Health Division is seeking applicants for a Certification/Licensure Examiner 2. The position is responsible for:

• Reviews applications & supplemental documents for completeness, accuracy & compliance before issuance of registration/permits/license renewal/reinstatement procedures (e.g., interstate Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (lCVl) & Owner Shipper Statements (OSS))
• Performs clerical tasks to support permitees/licensees/registrants and the programs; maintains records in accordance with programs’ procedures

• Processes Permit/License/Registration Fees

• Answers routine questions regarding permitting/licensing/registration and the programs; mails out permit/license/registration renewal notices
• Logs facility statistical & inspection information (e.g., inspection reports, notice of violations, correspondence) & distributes correspondence to field employees regarding inspection and other program issues
• Provides information & assistance to general public & permitees/licensees/registrants to aid in processing permit/license/registration applications
• Answers telephone inquiries concerning permitting/licensure/registration process, laws & regulations, and general inquires
• Gathers & analyzes information & completes reports as asked by supervisor
• Operates personal computer/word processor, scanner, printer, and fax for compiling information and rosters, or appropriate permits/licenses/registration for distribution to permitees/licensees/registrants
• Determines when application needs special follow-up or investigation & makes recommendations to appropriate division staff (e.g., division managers,)
• Processes documents for completeness, accuracy & compliance with applicable laws, rules
• Identifies problems, notes errors or discrepancies & initiates corrective action
• Disapproves import/export lCVls not in compliance with applicable laws & rules & reports approval/disapproval status to US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health lnspection Service (APHIS), Veterinary Service (VS), issuing practitioner & State Veterinarian
• Responds to correspondence by phone or electronically from veterinarians, producers & markets regarding Ohio's animal importation requirements
• Enters information (e.g., import/export lCVls) into searchable database to enhance animal traceability efforts in Ohio
• Scans import/export lCVls for electronic filing and uploads all electronic ICVIs or ICVIs into USAHerds data base

This position shall be filled in accordance with the provisions of the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.  ODA bargaining unit members have selection rights before non-bargaining unit members.  All other applications will only be considered if an internal bargaining unit applicant is not selected for this position.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

12 months training or 12 months experience in reviewing applicants' eligibility to take examinations, test administration & scoring & compiling statistics concerning test results
AND
1 course or 3 months experience in typing, word processing or data entry using video display terminal. 

OR

2 years' training or 2 years' experience in clerical/secretarial or other administrative support position involving public contact & preparation of correspondence & reports
AND
1 course or 3 months experience in typing, word processing or data entry using video display terminal. 

OR

12 months experience as Certification/ Licensure Examiner 1, 16841. 

OR

Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above. 

If you require an accommodation for the interview process or the position, please notify the assigned recruiter.

• For Questions Regarding This Posting Please Contact:
• Keary Sorgini
• Keary.Sorgini@agri.ohio.gov

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.  Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position.  An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.