POSITION: Vector Specialist - Seasonal
DEPARTMENT: Department of Health - Environmental Unit
WORK SCHEDULE: Up to 29 hours per week
JOB CATEGORY: PAT (Professional, Administrative, Technological)
SALARY: $17.85/Hr.
STATUS: Part Time
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt DATES: Until filled
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. St. Joseph County provides reasonable accommodations to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job unless those accommodations would present an undue hardship.
Incumbent serves as a seasonal vector specialist for the St. Joseph County Department of Health (DoH), responsible for conducting on-site inspections, providing information and education to the public, and enforcing federal, state, and local public health and environmental protection laws, rules, and regulations as they pertain to mosquitoes, ticks, and other pests of public health importance.
Responsibilities
Inspects facilities and premises for rodent and insect infestations and conducts rodent and vector control needs assessments.
Identifies mosquito and bird problem areas and applies insecticides and pesticides for mosquito control.
Provides consultation and public education concerning methods of rodent and vector control.
Qualifications
Possession of and ability to retain possession of certification as a Pesticide Applicator in the State of Indiana.
Thorough knowledge of standard principles and practices of public health and environmental protection, with the ability to effectively evaluate facility operations and instruct members of the general public regarding application of appropriate procedures.
Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing environmental protection, with the ability to properly conduct effective investigations and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
Education/Experience
Currently pursuing an academic degree in biology, geography, chemistry, veterinary science, environmental science, public health, or related field. The incumbent must have completed at least one year of study in one of the aforementioned academic fields.
Physical Requirements
Incumbent is frequently exposed to registered pesticides and other potentially hazardous chemicals. Ability to learn and follow all relevant safety precautions/requirements at all times to avoid injury to self and others.
Ability to hike through variable and uneven terrain, sometimes of moderate difficulty, through county parks, wilderness, and wetlands.
Ability to occasionally work extended, evening and/or weekend hours. Possession of a valid driver's license and demonstrated safe driving record.