Entomologist Mosquito Extermination Department of Health Services

Entomologist Mosquito Extermination - Department of Health Services Bergen County, NJ - 4.5 Hackensack, NJ Job Details Full-time $65,000 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Entomology Driver's License Bachelor's degree Epidemiology Microsoft Teams Pest identification

Entomology Full Job Description Organizational Overview:

The Bergen County Department of Health's mission is to coordinate and assure the preservation, protection, and promotion of the health, wellbeing, and quality of life for all Bergen County residents. Through a wide range of services, BCDHS creates healthy and thriving communities.

Job Description:

This employment opportunity is to serve as the Entomologist Mosquito Extermination. Under direction, performs laboratory and field work involved in the identification and control of mosquitoes; may handle and use pesticides; does related work.

Job Responsibilities:

Organizes and develops a program of mosquito identification to determine the effectiveness of the mosquito control program. Performs the laboratory work involved in the identification of mosquito larvae. Assists in developing effective mosquito control programs using biometric techniques. Prepares various types of reports. Maintains files and records. Performs mosquito taxonomic and mounting work. Studies mosquitoes to determine their influence on the spread of diseases. Supervises non-technical personnel responsible for locating, controlling and eradicating mosquitoes. May handle and use pesticides.

Schedule:

Full time (40 hours/week). Occasional overtime as required. Weekend, evenings, holidays and on call as required.

Education & Experience Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree and with a major course of study in biology, entomology or related field. Two (2) years of experience in plant pest inspection and control programs and the identification of major injurious insects.

NOTE:

A Master's degree with specialization in Entomology may be substituted for one (1) year of experience indicated above.

Other Requirements:

Possession of or the ability to obtain a current and valid certificate as a commercial pesticide applicator or a commercial pesticide operator issued by the New jersey Department of Environmental Protection may be required. Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey which is necessary to perform essential duties of the position. Excellent oral and written communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams, Word, Outlook and Excel programs. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units.

What we offer:

Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage Enrollment into the state pension system Life, Short-term Disability & Long-term Disability coverage

Generous Paid Time Off Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance and Employee Wellness Programs Salary:

$65,000 / per annum Please send resume and employment application to - put in subject line job applying for, thank you. The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. The County of Bergen complies with the New Jersey First Act. An employee's primary residence must be within the State of New Jersey, or the employee will have 365 days (1 Year) from their date of hire to satisfy the requirement of principal residency.