Vector Control Crew Leader

Vector Control Crew Leader

The Vector Control Crew Leader coordinates the day-to-day activities of Williams County Vector Control field operations and seasonal staff.

Examples Of Duties

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents in this position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may change with or without notice. Incumbents must be able to perform the essential function of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Performs all tasks associated with mosquito surveillance and eradication, including trap maintenance/monitoring, specimen collection/processing in field and laboratory environments, and conducting spray missions
• Leads daily Vector Control field and basic lab operations, incorporating fundamental Integrated Pest Management procedures ensuring continued compliance, efficiency, and safety
• Coordinates and participates in the handling, mixing, and application of pesticides- enforcing all applicable laws, and safety regulations
• Coordinates daily work of seasonal staff; provides training and monitors work performance
• Conducts a variety of basic laboratory tests and interprets/reports results in a timely manner
• Completes and maintains thorough reports, records, and documents
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of Vector Control regulations, methodology, pesticide labels, and equipment
• Performs regular maintenance and calibration of equipment
• Maintains a working relationship with pilots, vendors, and public and private agencies
• Oversees Vector Control activities in the absence of the Vector Control Director
• Maintains confidentiality of non-public records and makes available all data and information deemed a public record by the North Dakota Century Code.

Typical Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent AND one (1) year of pest control experience
• Prefer at least one (1) year experience managing or supervising staff
• Must possess a valid North Dakota Driver's License, or equivalent
• Must possess or acquire a North Dakota Commercial / Governmental Pesticide Applicators Certification within three (3) months of start date
• Successful applicants must pass a background check and a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening

Work is performed in a variety of settings, including office, laboratory, and outdoor environments. Exposure to extreme temperatures may occur. Exposure to pesticides, pressurized chemicals, and chemical vapors. May be required to lift up to 40 pounds.

Compensation: Pay rate starts at $28-$32/hour and is based on qualifications and experience. Williams County provides generous benefits to full-time regular employees: paid sick and vacation leave, a fully paid health/dental/vision benefit plan for employees and dependents, term life insurance of $25,000, 100% contribution toward retirement benefits through the ND Public Employees Retirement System, and 12 paid holidays each year.