Chief Inspector Mosquito Extermination - Department of Health Services

Chief Inspector Mosquito Extermination – Department of Health Services 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 Chief Inspector Mosquito Extermination. Under direction, supervises and works with a group of workers engaged in conducting field inspections to locate and identify mosquito breeding areas; does other related duties as required. Job Responsibilities: Coordinates and supervises the day-to-day activities involved in the inspection of mosquitos in their hiding or breeding areas (for example, ditches, private roads, or other similar areas where stagnant water exists) to site evidence of their presence. Answers complaints and inquiries from the public by giving out basic information on government extermination efforts, mosquito breeding habits, and other related topics. May apply and/or supervise the application of approved chemicals and biological controls using protective clothing such as gloves, face masks, goggles, respirators, and so forth according to specific manufacturer’s directions. May apply and/or supervise the selection and application of different chemicals in designated areas according to appropriate methods and techniques using manual or power equipment such. May weigh, measure, and mix chemicals and mediums according to specific direction to prepare commonly used insecticides for insects such as mosquitos. Determines all inspection routes, reviews all inspection reports, and makes appropriate changes in the routes and extermination activities. May perform all mosquito identification and survey activities. Based on identification and survey results, decides the equipment and insecticide to be used. Supervises the chemical extermination of mosquito larva and adult mosquitos. Supervises stream clearance projects and meadowland and river dredging activities. Handles first level disciplinary problems. Keeps records and files on identification and extermination activities. Prepares reports. Schedule: Full time (40 hours/week). Occasional overtime as required. Weekend, evenings, holidays and on call as required. Education & Experience Requirements: High School Diploma Four (4) years of experience in mosquito extermination work, two (2) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. 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 is 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 ReimbursementEmployee Assistance and Employee Wellness Programs 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr