VECTOR CONTROL WORKER I AND II - KONA, HAWAII ISLAND

Full Job Description

Recruitment Number 26-0025

The current vacancy is with the Department of Health and located in Kona.

THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 25 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED.
PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.

Salary:
Vector Control Worker I - $4,492 per month (BC-03)
Vector Control Worker II - $4,859 per month (BC-05)

This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified applicants to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

Requirements

The Vector Control Program is responsible for suppressing outbreaks of potential vector-borne diseases, preventing encroachment of new vectors and vector-borne diseases from abroad, and providing relief to the public from severe vector nuisances.

Positions in this occupational field perform work in the surveillance and abatement of vectors such as rats, mosquitoes, mongooses, and other small animals and insects which impair public health and well being by transmitting diseases.

Level I positions receive formal classroom training in the life cycle and habits of vectors, vector control methods, pesticide application and calibration procedures. Positions also perform work as a member of a crew to receive on-the-job training in conducting vector control surveillance and abatement activities.

Level II positions independently conduct vector control surveillance and abatement activities following standard methods and procedures. Positions perform work alone in the field or may perform work as a member of a team when hazardous and unsafe field conditions exist. The work involves the assessment of breeding sources for degrees of vermin infestation and related factors such as terrain, water, plant vegetation, weather, and proximity of livestock animals and neighboring communities; and selection of the appropriate vector control measure, and the safe and correct application of chemical and/or biological control agents.

Qualifications

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

To qualify, applicants must meet the following requirements:

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.

Prerequisite Abilities for Level I:
Ability to: Read, understand and carry out oral and written instructions; learn and apply the vector control methods and techniques, including safe use of pesticides such as insecticides, rodenticides, herbicides and other substances; perform simple arithmetic computations including multiplication and division; perform manual work tasks; operate a light truck; lift and carry, with the assistance of one other person, containers of mosquito fish weighing up to one hundred twenty (120) pounds.

Prerequisite Knowledge and Abilities Required for Level II:
Knowledge of: Effectiveness of methods and materials in various vector control situations; classification, function, toxicity and use of pesticides (e.g. insecticides, herbicides, rodenticides, larvicides, adulticides, etc.); methods and techniques of pesticides application; tools and equipment used in vector control work and their proper maintenance; calibration principles and procedures; habits of rodents and small mammals; life cycle of mosquitoes; and hazards and safety procedures, practices and precautions applicable to performance of vector control work.

Ability to: In addition to the abilities required for Level I above, applicants must also have the ability to conduct vector control surveillance and abatement activities in accordance with standard methods and procedures; read and understand pesticide labels and vector control program policies and procedures; calibrate pesticide application equipment; utilize personal protective equipment; and fill out appropriate report forms.

General Experience: All applicants must possess work experience which demonstrated the ability to read and follow oral and written instructions and perform simple arithmetic computations including multiplication and division, or graduation from high school or equivalent.

Specialized Experience: No experience for Level I, and for Level II, ONE (1) YEAR of work experience in the field of vector control which involved the application of various mechanical, chemical and biological measures to control vectors. The work experience must have included the mixing and applying of pesticides in field operations to abate infestations of vectors such as insects, rodents and small mammals; and operation and calibration of various application tools and equipment.

Special Requirement: All applicants must possess the Department of Transportation (DOT), Airports Division, Airport Motor Vehicle Operator's permit within the six months probationary period.

Certification Requirement: None for Level I, and for Level II, applicants are required to qualify for Department of Agriculture Certificate for Commercial Applicators of Restricted Pesticides within the six months probationary period.

Driver's License: Applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.

The information provided above represents a summary of the complete 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 808-587-0936 for assistance.

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAMThe 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 the application.

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