GREATER LOS ANGELES COUNTY
VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT

VECTOR CONTROL SPECIALIST - l

FLSA NON-EXEMPT

Pay Range
$25.26/hr to $31.38/hr

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL AUGUST 31, 2010 – 5PM

POSITION DESCRIPTION

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the general direction of the Director of Operations and assigned supervision of the Operational Supervisor, the Vector Control Specialist (VCS) performs inspections (surveillance) and control operations relative to vector control operations in an assigned area or areas of responsibility, and may perform tasks of a specialized function or need and do related work as required within the auspices of a mosquito and vector control agency.

RELATIONSHIP

The VCS reports to the Operations Supervisor.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

The VCS exercises considerable judgment in organizing and executing the details involved in daily vector control assignments.

The VCS may be given varying degrees of responsibility for providing advice and assistance to property owners in the abatement of mosquito sources and other vectors on their property.

The VCS is a Certified Mosquito Control Technician responsible for scheduling inspections and operations to effectively cover his/her assigned area(s) of responsibility, exercising judgment in evaluating mosquito-producing or vector causing conditions, selecting and using appropriate vector control measures, collecting and recording work-related data, preparing work schedules for seasonal support staff, and working cooperatively with other staff in aspects of executing his/her daily work assignments.

This class works relatively independent and is accountable for vehicle safety, chemical mixture, equipment calibration, and parts inventory.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Surveys assigned field area(s) of responsibility to locate mosquito breeding habitats (sources) and other vector habitats;
• Inspects sources suspected of producing mosquitoes/vectors;
• Samples and collects mosquito and vector specimens from sources;
• Identifies mosquitoes/vectors and records sampling and data collection;
• Completes service request reports associated with premises inspection activity;
• Communicates with homeowners and residents, describing and explaining work activities and advising on means of preventing mosquitoes and other vectors;
• Operates various types of vehicles, pesticide application, and mechanical equipment;
• Collects and records data associated with daily field and shop activities;
• Prepares and revises operational maps;
• Assists in field training and scheduling work of seasonal support staff;
• Maintains certification by attending technical and job-related training sessions, seminars, and continuing education classes;
• Works occasionally at specialized task (i.e. assisting technical staff in data collection and pesticide efficacy in encephalitis virus surveillance;
• Performs mathematical calculations and simple data entry);
• Records daily work-related activities on paper or in a Microsoft Windows-based PC system; and
• Performs other tasks or functions not stated in this description, but within the scope of experience and capability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid California driver's license;
• License must be insurable with the District's insurance carrier;
• GED or High School diploma; and
• Within 1 year of employment, must obtain Mosquito Control Technician certificate. Certification must be maintained throughout employment in this class.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Medium Work – Incumbent(s) in this class perform work which involves frequent lifting, pushing and/or pulling of objects approximately 50 or fewer pounds. Heavier lifting is infrequent, but may be occassionally required.

Mobility – Incumbent(s) must be able to perform the essential functions the position with or without accommodation.

Other Conditions – Incumbent(s) may be exposed and handle toxic and hazardous substances, need to be available on call for evening and weekend emergencies, as assigned; travel within and out of the county; work, when necessary, in inclement weather without effective protection from sun, cold, and rain; work in high risk neighborhoods with potential exposure to uncooperative persons and dog (animal) bites.

APPLICATION/SELECTION PROCESS

All applicants are required to submit a complete, official GLACVCD employment application, high school diploma/GED or college degree and DMV report. The employment application must include at least three years employment history; any gaps of employment must be explained. Accepted applicants will undergo a panel interview to ascertain compatible job related education, experience and skill sets. The selected candidate, subsequent to an offer of employment and prior to the start date, will authorize the GLACVCD to perform a background report and reference review.

CONDITIONAL POST-OFFER PHYSICAL EXAMINATION

PRIOR to starting work, a medical doctor must certify that the selected candidate is physically able to perform the duties of the position and is free of illegal substances as determined by a drug screen. The conditional post-offer physical examination (POPE) and drug screen shall be performed by a medical doctor and/or laboratory as designated by the District and all costs shall be paid by the District. Until the candidate successfully completes and satisfies the requirement of the POPE, all employment offers are conditional and not guaranteed.

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DOWNLOAD APPLICATION HERE OR CALL HUMAN RESOURCES AT 562.944.9656 TO BE SENT AN EMAIL APPLICATION

POSITIONS CAN BE ASSIGNED TO SANTA FE SPRINGS/LOS ANGELES AND /OR SYLMAR

To download an application, click on the link below.

GLACVCD Employment Application

HOW TO APPLY:

1. Forward completed application and resume to Shenell Benson, HR Assistant at:

Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District
12545 Florence Ave
Santa Fe Springs, Ca. 90670

You can also fax the completed application and resume to 562.944.7976

SPECIAL NOTE: Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official application. If you submit your resume without the official application, you will not be considered.

Please direct all questions to:

Robert Miller, Director of Human Resources
562.944.9656

Shenell Benson-Williams, Human Resources Assistant
562.944.9656