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Laboratory Technician – Contra Costa MVCD
Job Title: Laboratory Technician
Salary Range Monthly: $7,430.15 – $9,957.11
Department: Laboratory FLSA
Employment Status: Non-Exempt
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Under the direct supervision of a Vector Ecologist and the general direction of the Scientific Programs Manager, the Laboratory Technician assists with field surveys for vectors and vectorborne diseases, identifies mosquitoes and other organisms to species and submits them for testing, is responsible for care/maintenance of sentinel chicken flocks and the rearing and maintenance of mosquitoes and fish, records data and performs routine data entry, assists with laboratory assays and field research projects, keeps laboratory and equipment clean and organized, assists with repair and maintenance of surveillance equipment, and performs other work as needed by the District.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This position is responsible for daily assistance with the District’s vector surveillance and laboratory programs and for collecting, analyzing, recording and entering surveillance data. The Laboratory Technician assists with studies and research performed by the laboratory. Must work cooperatively with other staff and the general public, use good judgement, and have the ability to work independently.
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Vector Control Technician (VCT) – Contra Costa MVCD
Job Title: Vector Control Technician (VCT)
Salary Range Monthly: $7,243.81 – 9,707.41
Department: Operations
FLSA Employment Status: Non-Exempt
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Under the direct supervision of a Program Supervisor and the general direction of the Operations Manager, performs inspections and control for all vector operations, provides assistance and support to other Vector Control personnel, and does related work and supportive services as required. Essential functions include extensive driving throughout the county, traversing various terrains to conduct surveillance, inspections and treatments, the ability to transport and apply pesticides, effective verbal and written communication with members of the public and other District personnel, the ability to efficiently plan and execute their daily workload with minimal supervision and exercise good judgement in assessing the appropriate treatments in various situations.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Vector Control Technician is responsible for tasks associated with Integrated Vector Management (IVM) within the county related to mosquito and vector control. Responsibilities include the application of comprehensive vector control measures with major emphasis on activities designed to inspect for and/or progressively reduce the vector population within an assigned area, and to assist the public with related vector problems. The Vector Control Technician must be proficient in and capable of accomplishing duties in all District vector operations.
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Pilot / Seasonal Pilot, Butte County MVCD
The District is currently looking to fill a pilot position with the District, either permanent full-time or seasonally.
This position serves as a pilot for Butte County Mosquito and Vector Control District flight operations, Aviation Wing, and for support duties as assigned by the District’s management or Pilot II.
JOURNEYMAN APPLICANTS
The pilot must possess and maintain an FAA second-class medical certificate, commercial pilot certificate, a valid California Journeyman Pest Control Aircraft Pilot certificate, and valid California Driver’s License with a safe driving record. An A & P mechanic’s license will qualify a person hired as a Pilot I to receive salary at (2) steps above the salary for Pilot I without such license. Experience, training, and evaluations will be reviewed and administered by management or the Pilot II.
APPRENTICE PILOT APPLICANTS
Any apprentice pilot hired must possess an FAA second-class medical certificate, commercial pilot certificate, a valid California Apprentice Pest Control Aircraft Pilot certificate (which must be upgraded to a journeyman certificate within two years of the date hired), and a valid California Driver’s License with a safe driving record. Pilot I apprentice pilots must have at least 500 hours total time, 50 hours of tailwheel experience. Pre-hire flight proficiency evaluation and training will be administered by the Pilot II. Emphasis will be placed on those tasks pertinent to ag operations. An A & P mechanic’s license will qualify a person hired as an apprentice pilot to receive salary at (2) steps above the salary for Pilot I without such license.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Compensation will depend on the applicant’s Journeyman or Apprentice status and whether the applicant is applying for permanent full-time employment or seasonal employment. If you elect to become a full-time member of the team, the District provides a complete benefits package including holidays, vacation, sick leave, retirement, medical, dental, vision, and workers compensation.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please visit the District’s website to apply online or call the District to request an application and current job description. All applicants must submit a completed BCMVCD job application and a resume that includes training, experience, and education. Applicants are encouraged to include a cover letter and may include letters of reference. Please note that a resume unaccompanied by an application will not be considered. Applications may be delivered to the District Office at 5117 Larkin Road, Oroville, CA 95965-9250.
Vector Control Specialist – County of Santa Cruz
Job Description: The County of Santa Cruz invites you to apply for VECTOR CONTROL SPECIALIST Salary: $6,306 – 7,975 / Month THE JOB: Under direction, perform inspections and vector control operations in the County of Santa Cruz. The ideal candidate likes working outdoors and is skilled and friendly when communicating with the public. It is important that Vector Control Specialists build relationships within the community by forming contacts with other agencies or local stakeholders. THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these knowledge and abilities would be: Equivalent to an Associate’s Degree with a major in biology or a closely related field, OR Two years of full-time experience in mosquito abatement or vector control work. Apply online at www.santacruzcountyjobs.com Live and work in beautiful Santa Cruz County!
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Assistant Manager – County of Santa Clara Vector Control District
Under general direction, manages, coordinates, plans, and evaluates the programs and special projects of the Vector Control District. The Assistant Manager for the Vector Control District is a professional management level position that directly supervises the surveillance and field services of the district. Under the direction of the Vector Control District Manager, the Assistant Manager provides the day-to-day oversight of the district operations. The incumbent coordinates and assists in the supervision of all vector control inspection, surveillance and control activities. The Assistant Manager conducts and executes various aspects of the Vector Control District’s technical program, applying the knowledge associated with the scientific discipline of entomology, biology, ecology and Integrated Pest Management (IPM). The Assistant Manager is the district safety officer and enforces all district polices, programs and standards. The Assistant Manager serves as Acting Manager in the Vector Control District Manager’s absence and performs related work as required. This position also serves on senior leadership team for the Consumer and Environmental Protection Agency.
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Vector/Animal Control Technician II – City of Moorpark
Job Description: Vector or Animal Control Technicians, are you ready to expand your experience and provide your professionalism to a small, friendly community? We are looking for someone experienced in either animal control or vector control and ready to learn more! As our Vector/Animal Control Technician II, some of your tasks will be to:
• Perform vector control inspections and operations.
• Fulfill animal control duties including enforcement of local laws pertaining to animal control. impound, quarantine, and investigate animals; dispose of deceased animals.
• Perform related work and support services as directed. Your responsibilities will also include but are not limited to (depending on current experience):
• Maintaining detailed records and creating reports and maps.
• Interpreting, applying, and enforcing State and local laws, regulations, and ordnances including City Municipal Code, issuing citations, and testifying in legal proceedings as necessary.
• Responding to public in appropriate and timely manner.
• Implementing fly and mosquito control programs and performing lab work.
• Surveying and inspecting for vector breeding sources, stages, types, and other factors.
• Contacting property owners to assist in mitigating vector producing sources.
• Monitoring or assisting in specific vector control operations.
• Patrolling assigned area to search for stray, sick, injured, or dead animals. Qualifications you will need:
• Three years of increasingly responsible experience providing vector control or animal control for a public agency
• Completion of high school or equivalent
• If experience is in vector control, specialized training in pesticide applications and vector control
• If experience is in animal control, you must have and maintain the following:
o CA Penal Code section 832 Certification o National Animal Control Association Level I and Level II Academy training or equivalent If this is your career path and you want to work with a dedicated and knowledgeable team, 9/80 schedule, and other excellent benefits,
www.moorparkca.gov/jobs for the full job description, benefits information, and to apply. This position is open until filled. First review of applicants is on August 26.
Supervising Vector Ecologist – County of San Diego
Job description: Supervising Vector Ecologists are assigned to the Department of Environmental Health and Quality and supervise the work of professional, technical and support personnel, and are responsible for planning, organizing and coordinating multiple program areas throughout the county involved in vector-borne disease and vector nuisance abatement through surveillance, identification, analysis, prevention, and control of vertebrate and invertebrate vectors, their hosts, and sources. This position oversees compilation, preparation, analysis, and presentation of reports, records, documents, and other information pertaining to vector biology, vector-borne disease surveillance, and vector prevention efforts.
District Manager – Churchill County Mosquito, Vector, & Noxious Weed Abatement District
Job description: This position will be selected by a Board of Trustees and in a public meeting. All application paperwork, memos, and resumes may be considered public records. Definition: The District Manager, under the general direction of the Board of Trustees, acts as the executive officer of the District. This person organizes, plans, directs, and delegates the operations of the District, and represents the District and the Board of Trustees in its relations with the community, media, and other agencies. The District Manager handles a wide variety of complex managerial and technical mosquito and weed ecology functions, and programs and performs related work as required. This person acts with a high degree of discretion and integrity in making program, fiscal, operational, personnel, and technical entomological decisions under routine and emergency conditions.
Territory Sales Representative – Mosquito Control Products – Southern CA
Job description: Clarke – the leading provider of solutions for public health mosquito control is seeking to hire an Outside Sales professional to drive the growth of our Mosquito Control products business in Southern California and surrounding geographies. With Clarke, you are a trusted consultant – designing and offering solutions to help your customers to control mosquitoes and the risk of mosquito borne disease within their communities. As you would expect in an outside sales role, your schedule will vary depending on the time of the year. During the Spring and Summer months, you can expect to spend a significant amount of time traveling and calling on mosquito control districts and municipalities to help them to prepare for and manage their busy mosquito season. During other parts of the year, you will conduct educational workshops, attend regional and national meetings, develop your sales strategy, plan, forecast and budget, and participate in customer trials to provide support and stewardship in the launch of Clarke’s innovative mosquito control products.
Vector Field Assistant – Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District
Job Description: Under general supervision, performs support work associated with surveillance activities, including setting and collecting mosquito traps along assigned routes; cares for and maintains sentinel chicken flocks; and performs related work as required.
Seasonal Vector Control Assistant – Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District
The Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District is seeking seasonal staff to assist in mosquito and vector surveillance, control, and other support roles. Our District is based in Roseville, CA and serves all of Placer County.
Position Status: Temporary, Full-Time
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Positions will be assigned to mosquito duties that may involve field work, laboratory work or a combination of both and will necessitate driving around the County in a District vehicle. This position can expect to be assigned a range of duties that support the District’s mission to protect
public health.
All positions will be based at District headquarters in Roseville; however, work area may change depending on need and be anywhere in Placer County.
Duties may include, but are not limited to, some or all of the following:
• Observe, assess, and inspect areas for immature and adult mosquito presence or habitat
• Collect samples of mosquito larvae that occur in many different habitats both urban and rural
• Apply mosquito control insecticides under the supervision of a certified vector control technician
• Assist with mosquito control efficacy testing operations during daytime and nighttime hours as requested
• Collect and prepare mosquito samples for further identification or disease testing
• Communicate District messages when interacting with members of the public
• Use a laptop or other device to collect and enter field data
• Safely operate and navigate District vehicles to perform work-related activities
Biologist, Delta Mosquito and Vector Control District
Description: Under the general direction of the Scientific Program Manager, the Biologist conducts a variety of field and laboratory procedures to support the District’s vector and vector-borne disease surveillance programs and completes other related tasks that support the District mission as required.
POSITION STATUS Full-time, FLSA exempt, probationary position.
APPLICATION PROCESS Please send CV/Resume, cover letter and application to: a.troupin@deltamvcd.gov.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Biologist position differs from the lower class of Laboratory Technician II in that the Biologist must obtain and maintain the California Department of Public Health Vector Control Technician certification in Categories A, B, C, and D. Biologists are qualified to perform laboratory operations including vector surveillance, vector-borne pathogen surveillance, insecticide resistance monitoring, insectary tasks, and fish hatchery tasks. Additionally, Biologists assist in purchasing laboratory supplies, inventory, preparing reports, maintaining laboratory equipment and facilities, and are encouraged to actively participate in Mosquito and Vector Control Association (MVCAC) and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
Field Supervisor, West Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District
Description:
Under direction, plans, organizes, and supervises the field inspection and control operations of the District; supervises employees engaged in such operations; and performs related work as required. May be required to cover any program for the District so must have a thorough knowledge of each program in the District.
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Communications Manager, Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District
Description: 
Under general direction, plans, organizes, and manages the staff and operations of the Communications Department including public relations, outreach, public education, communications, media relations, government relations, and community events; assists with formulation of departmental policies, goals, and directives; coordinates assigned activities with other District departments, officials, outside agencies, and the public; fosters cooperative working relationships among District departments and with intergovernmental, regulatory agencies, and various public and private groups; provides responsible and complex professional assistance to the General Manager in areas of expertise; and performs related work as required.
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