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APIARY INSPECTOR - SANGAMON CO.

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

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To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students.  To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history.  Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history.  To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.
Date:  Nov 4, 2026
Location: 

Springfield, IL, US, 62702

Job Requisition ID:  59132

Job Requisition ID: 59132 
Opening Date: 11/05/2026
Closing Date: 11/19/2026
Agency: Department of Agriculture
Class Title: APIARY INSP - 01215 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $3827 monthly; Full Range $3827 - $4826 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Intermittent 
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC029 Paraprofessional Investigatory & Law Enforcement Employees, Meat and Poultry Inspectors, and Meat and Poultry Inspector Trainees, IFPE. The RC-033 bargaining unit merged into RC-029 bargaining unit effective May 15, 2014.
Merit Comp Code: 
Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly, monthly, or other schedule) dependent on operational need
Headquarter Location: 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: AGR.HumanResources@illinois.gov

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

This is a home headquartered position and requires residency in one of the following counties:

Cass, Christian, Greene, Jersey, Macoupin, Mason, Menard, Montgomery, Morgan, Sangamon or Scott. 

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

 

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

 

Position Overview

Under general supervision, inspects honeybee colonies for diseases and parasites, Africanized bees or other nuisances to ensure compliance with the Illinois Bees & Apiaries Act; investigates the source of infection or infestation in an assigned area; recommends treatment of or participates in the abatement of nuisance colonies; demonstrates methods for controlling or preventing the spread of diseases and parasites, Africanized bees or other nuisances. This position is not a full-time position. This is an intermittent position which is intended for seasonal or irregular work schedules. Benefit time is earned based on hours worked. Intermittent employees are limited to working 1,500 regular work hours in a fiscal year. Employees accrue vacation, sick and personal business leave on a prorated basis. Employees may be eligible to enroll in the State Insurance Program, with prorated premiums based on the amount of time worked in a 12-month period. Inspectors are responsible for traveling throughout an assigned region. This position requires residency in one of the following counties: Cass, Christian, Greene, Jersey, Macoupin, Mason, Menard, Montgomery, Morgan, Sangamon or Scott. 

Essential Functions

  • Inspects honeybee apiaries, colonies and equipment to detect control or eradicate bee diseases and parasites, Africanized bees or other nuisances to ensure compliance with the Illinois Bees & Apiaries Act.
  • Provides recommendations for treatment or participates in the abatement of nuisance colonies as prescribed by law.
  • Compiles information and prepares certificates, notices, permits, reports, worksheets or other documentation on a routine basis. Reports information on all activities as directed and timely.
  • Maintains accurate records of inspection activities and all documentation.
  • Performs special inspections or surveys as directed.
  • May travel to attend meeting of beekeepers or other groups to disseminate information relevant to the apiary inspection program.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires high school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefers working knowledge of apiculture and handling honeybees.
  • Prefers elementary knowledge of bee diseases and parasites.

Conditions of Employment

  • Must be able to successfully pass a background check.
  • Require the ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
  • Requires the ability to drive for long periods of time.
  • This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567 (c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
  • The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties listed as listed in the job description.
  • Requires residency in one of the following counties: Cass, Christian, Greene, Jersey, Macoupin, Mason, Menard, Montgomery, Morgan, Sangamon or Scott. 

The Illinois Department of Agriculture administers an annual budget of approximately $200 million and employs more than 400 people statewide, with several hundred more seasonal employees hired during the summer to support the Illinois State Fair and Du Quoin State Fair.  Separate bureaus administer programs and services directed at conserving the State's land and water resources; protecting the health and welfare of livestock and companion animals; overseeing state and county fairs; regulating seed, feed, and fertilizer products; ensuring the financial stability of grain dealers and warehouses; promoting Illinois food and agricultural products; and operating the State's horse racing programs.

 

AGR values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents.  

 

AGR offers a robust benefit package including; 

  • Monday-Friday work schedule
  • Flexible work schedules in many program areas
  • Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
  • 12 Weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
  • Pension Plan
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  • Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs
  • Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually
  • Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service
  • Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date
  • Thirteen - Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually

 

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

 

If this opportunity appeals to you, please apply today!

 

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.  If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com


Nearest Major Market: Springfield

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