Casual Seasonal Environmental Control Technician I

The Delaware Department of Agriculture is currently seeking to hire seasonal Environmental Control Technicians. This position will work in the Spotted Lanternfly and Cooperative Agricultural Pest Survey programs to survey, plan, coordinate, and respond to exotic plant pests, plant diseases, and invasive species outbreaks. Technicians will work as part of a team to accomplish the daily operations of the Spotted Lanternfly and CAPS program. Duties will include inspecting plants on public and private property for plant pests, maintaining a network of insect traps throughout the state, assisting with the application of insecticides and herbicides on properties to manage plant pests, conducting inspections, collecting survey and inspection data and maintaining daily records of work completed.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Provides technical support in studies, surveys, inspections and research projects.
   
• Collects field samples and data.
   
• Provides technical information and assistance to the public and the regulated community.
   
• Interprets rules and regulations for assigned area.
   
• Reviews permit applications and supplemental paperwork for approval or recommendation for disapproval.
   
• Operates and maintains vehicles, boats and sampling equipment.
   
• Maintains accurate records and prepares reports.
   
• May assist in processing biological samples.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Environmental Control Technician I
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Knowledge of conducting field work to collect samples and survey data.
2. Knowledge of math such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, or decimals.
3. Knowledge of narrative report writing.
4. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. 

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com. 

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.