Environmental Control Technician III- Mosquito Control

Biological Aide IV

Recruitment #040126-MGCC02-400300

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Introduction


DNREC's Delaware Mosquito Control Section provides statewide services to more than 900,000 residents and more than 7 million visitors annually to maintain quality of life and protect public health by reducing the possibility of mosquito-borne illnesses, such as West Nile virus.  


Summary Statement

Two unique seasonal Bio Aide IV positions are available for Mosquito Control:

MC Biological Aide IV ($17.00) -This position will provide a unique opportunity for the selected applicant to gain exposure in many aspects of operational mosquito control in Delaware. Employees in this position will largely work outdoors under varying weather conditions to accomplish the goals of a modern mosquito control program under well-defined guidelines. This includes but is not limited to: routine larval/adult mosquito surveillance and control (using insecticides), data collection, addressing citizen mosquito complaints, drawing blood and maintaining chicken flocks throughout the state for virus surveillance, collecting mosquito trap data, and possible operation of boats/ATV's.

MC Bio Aide IV ‘Taxonomist’ ($18.00) - The primary function of this position is the collection and taxonomic identification of mosquito specimens from a state-wide network of mosquito traps. Working both equally in the field and lab setting under a traditional stereo microscope and newly obtained AI assisted microscope, this position serves an important function within the mosquito control section. This position is responsible for the deployment and retrieval of weekly set CDC light traps and efficiently identifying mosquito species collected from them. Then entering the data obtained into an online database. The data collected from these mosquito traps serves as pertinent information for Mosquito Control management decisions regarding geographic adult mosquito abundance, species composition and trends.

Essential Functions

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

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Environmental Control Technician II
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
  1. Six months experience in conducting field work to collect samples and survey data.
  2. Six months experience in math such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, or decimals.
  3. Six months experience in applying laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
  4. Six months experience in narrative report writing.
  5. Knowledge of using an automated information system to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve/inquire and report on data.
  6. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

Additional Posting Information

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

This posting may be closed on or before the closing date upon filling the vacant position(s).

Conditions of Hire

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.

DNREC does not provide sponsorship for holders of H-1 B Visas.

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.

Criminal background check:  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Selection Process

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

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. 


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Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet.
Contact us via conventional means. For further assistance, you may contact us by phone at (302) 739-5458, or e-mail at jobs@delaware.gov.