PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN III AND IV - HILO, HAWAII ISLAND (OHHI)

Full Job Description

Recruitment Number OHHI-26015

These vacancies are with the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, Apiary Section.

This recruitment is being conducted under the Operation Hire Hawaii (OH-HI) project, a targeted outreach initiative featuring an expedited hiring process, fast-tracking qualified applicants into job opportunities throughout Hawai’i.

Applications received for this recruitment will be reviewed for Legal Authorization to work in the US. All applicants who pass the Legal Authorization review will be referred to the hiring department for consideration and an initial review of the application.

Applicants who meet the initial review requirements at the departmental level may be contacted by the hiring program for an interview. All applicants interviewed by the hiring program will be notified of their selection or non-selection by the department.

The application referral and potential interview conducted at the departmental level does not imply that applicants have met all Minimum Qualification Requirements.

A thorough review of all applications received will be conducted by the Department of Human Resources Development and all applicants will be notified of the final disposition.

Level III - $3,606 to $4,563 per month (SR-11, Step C to I)

Level IV - $3,900 to $4,933 per month (SR-13, Step C to I)

Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant's qualifications, and other relevant factors.

This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.

Requirements

This position is located in the Plant Industry Division, Plant Pest Control Section in the Apiary unit.

The Plant Pest Control Branch protects Hawai‘i’s agricultural enterprises and natural resources by an integrated biological and chemical and/or mechanical control of insect, weed, disease and snail pests which are currently established or which may enter the State and cause economic losses. It also protects the State against the introduction of noxious weeds and farmers and growers from the sale of low-quality seeds.

The Apiary Section facilitates the protection and preservation of Hawai‘i’s bee keeping related industries (including honey production, queen bee production and agricultural pollination) from bee pests and diseases. This is achieved through a statewide strategy for biosecurity, survey and detection, pollinator protection, development of certification programs to ensure the export and inter-island shipment of bees are free of bee pests and diseases, fostering the development of apiary related programs, outreach and education, conducting targeted research, which may require collaborating with outside expertise.

The employee will at times work outdoors under various types of conditions, such as, hot, humid weather, inclement weather, biting insects, and other outdoor hazards and must be able to conduct field work in remote locations, work independently & possess good practical knowledge of biological principles and practices.

Pest Control Technician III: Under general supervision, performs fairly complex sub-professional duties and/or supervises pest control aid in support of higher-level professional pest control activities; and performs other duties as required.

Pest Control Technician IV: Under general supervision, perform a variety of complex, sub-professional duties in support of professional pest control activities; and/or supervises a small group of pest control aides and technicians; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Applicants will be placed on the eligible list for ALL levels for which they are qualified.

Legal Authorization to Work Requirement:
The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

General Experience: Three years of progressively responsible work experience which required the ability to read, comprehend and apply written instructions; follow oral directions; and exercise a high degree of verbal skills for both levels.

Specialized Experience: Two years for level III and three years for level IV of work experience in insect or plant pest control involving the use of standard laboratory procedures in propagating host insects or plants and the collecting and recording of data.

For the IV level, at least one year of the required Specialized Experience must have been comparable to the Pest Control Technician III (see duties summary above).

Non-Qualifying Experience: Experience in a laboratory which involved only the caring for supplies and equipment, e.g., washing test tubes and other laboratory equipment, will not be considered qualifying.

Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply (click link below).

License: Some positions require a valid driver's license at the time of appointment. The immediate vacancy has this requirement.

Special Requirement: Some positions require the ability to lift and carry objects assisted and/or unassisted by another person and/or use of equipment (e.g., hoisting equipment, hand truck, etc.), with or without reasonable accommodations. The immediate vacancy requires the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds assisted by another person and/or use of equipment, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Special Requirement: Applicants must posses or be able to obtain within 3 months of hire, the American Red Cross Certification in First Aid/ CPR.

Special Requirement: Must be able to conduct fieldwork in remote locations under adverse conditions (i.e. hot, humid).

The information provided above represents a summary of the Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE.

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Additional Information

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-1111 for assistance.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM

The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans.

To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer.

For more information, please click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS
The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.

Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.

TESTING INFORMATION
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.

In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.

CLICK HERE for further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review.