At the Ohio Department of Agriculture, we work every day to protect the public and safeguard the state’s plants and animals, while at the same time allowing responsible agricultural production to thrive. With a staff of approximately 430, ODA  administers numerous regulatory, food safety, consumer protection, plant health and animal care programs for the benefit of all Ohioans. The department also helps create greater economic opportunity for Ohio’s farmers and processors, and works to preserve and enhance Ohio’s resources.

If you're interested in looking for job opportunities within the department, please click the green 'LAUNCH' link in the top right-hand corner of the page.

The Ohio Department of Agriculture 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. To request an ADA reasonable accommodation please email HR@agri.ohio.gov. 

The Ohio Department of Agriculture does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with the ADA employment regulations.  Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact HR@agri.ohio.gov.