Pharmacy Board Inspector

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline. Organization: Ohio Board of Pharmacy Agency Contact Name and Information: [email protected] Work Location: 77 S. High Street 17th Floor Columbus, Ohio 43215 Compensation: $26.54 to $34.53 Schedule: Full-time Work Hours: 8am to 4pm Classified Indicator: Classified Union: BARGAINING.UNIT/OCSEA Primary Job Skill: Pharmacy Who We Are The State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy shall act efficiently, consistently, and impartially in the public interest to pursue optimal standards of practice through communication, education, legislation, licensing, and enforcement. The State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy is the single State agency in Ohio responsible for administering and enforcing laws governing the practice of pharmacy and the legal distribution of drugs. The Board consists of nine members who are appointed by the Governor for terms of four years. Eight of the members are licensed pharmacists who represent, to the extent practicable, each phase of pharmacy practice. One member represents the public. The Board has a staff of 90 employees that is responsible for carrying out the day-to-day operations and responsibilities of the Board. To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.pharmacy.ohio.gov

What You'll Do

This Inspector position is assigned to the Southeast Region of Ohio. The final candidate selected for this position is required to live in or relocate to Guernsey, Morgan, Muskingum, Noble, Perry or Washington county within 180 days from effective date of hire. Inspectors work from a residential home office and are provided a state vehicle for official Board of Pharmacy business. Inspectors play a critical role in fulfilling the mission of the Board of Pharmacy by being actively involved in the regulation and enforcement of laws governing the distribution of legal drugs in Ohio. Conducts regulatory inspections of licensed facilities where dangerous drugs are stored, sold, dispensed, compounded, manufactured, or otherwise distributed (retail pharmacies, emergency medical services, jail facilities, first aid rooms, health clinics, and veterinary services) to ensure compliance with all Ohio and federal drug laws and regulations relating to the legal distribution of dangerous drugs (reviews security and accountability pertaining to all dangerous drug stocks, prescription records, records of administration, other records of accountability required by law, dispensing and compounding equipment, pharmaceutical, and legal library reference materials), inspects alternative record keeping systems for accountability, security, and positive identification of all parts of practice of pharmacy. Completes detailed inspection reports documenting findings and any violations necessitating verbal or written warnings requiring written responses. Interacts and collaborates with other Board of Pharmacy employees in conducting inspections and assisting in investigative matters surrounding licensed and unlicensed facilities possessing dangerous drug stocks. Additional Information Training: If you are selected for the Pharmacy Board Inspector position, you will be required to complete a 16-week training. This training will take place in Columbus, Ohio and also in the field. Traveling to and from training will be required. Reasonable Accommodation: Please contact the Human Resources Office at [email protected] so proper arrangements can be made. Otherwise, you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to interview. THE INITIAL PROBATIONARY PERIOD FOR ALL NEWLY HIRED EMPLOYEES WILL BE 365 DAYS. UNLESS REQUIRED BY LEGISLATION OR UNION CONTRACT, STARTING SALARY WILL BE SET AT STEP 1 OF THE PAY RANGE. Why Work for the State of Ohio: 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. Qualifications: 42 mos. exp. within pharmaceutical industry valid driver’s license. -Or passage of an examination approved by the State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy to determine a person’s competency to perform services as a qualified pharmacy technician 30 mos. exp. within pharmaceutical industry valid drivers’ license. -Or completion of associate program core coursework in law enforcement or health care related field 24 mos. exp. within pharmaceutical industry valid driver’s license. -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. Job Skills: Board and Commission Compliance ADA Statement: 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. Drug-Free Workplace: 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.