Job Specification
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT MOSQUITO EXTERMINATION
DEFINITION:
Under direction, assists the Superintendent, in directing the
mosquito control and extermination operations; does other related
duties.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative
purposes only. A particular position using this title may not
perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely,
all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Assists in planning and directing mosquito extermination and
control operations.
Assists in the development and implementation of mosquito control
plans, programs and methods.
Oversees proper drainage, water management and chemical control
procedures, and the handling, use and application of various
pesticides.
Assists in coordinating mosquito control and extermination
programs.
Collects, analyzes and interprets data regarding the propagation
and control of mosquitoes.
Conducts biological field studies of breeding areas.
Assists in preparing cost estimates for the program operations.
Prepares reports.
Provides suitable assignments and instructions to subordinates
and supervises their work performance.
Establishes and maintains records and files relevant to mosquito
extermination and control operations.
Supervises the use of protective clothing and equipment 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.
May weigh, measure, and mix chemicals and mediums according to
specific direction to prepare commonly used insecticides.
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.
REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or
university in of the biological sciences.
EXPERIENCE:
Four (4) years of experience in mosquito control and
extermination work, two (2) years of which shall have been in
a supervisory capacity.
LICENSE:
Possession of a current and valid certificate as a
commercial pesticide applicator or a commercial pesticide
operator issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental
Protection may be required.
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license
valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather
than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential
duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of methods used to develop, supervise and coordinate a
mosquito extermination and control program.
Knowledge of the methods used to conduct biological studies.
Knowledge of the methods used to apply insecticides and other
materials used in mosquito extermination and control.
Knowledge of surface water and drainage relating to mosquito
control work.
Knowledge of the proper use and operation of extermination tools
and equipment.
Knowledge of the physical characteristics of mosquitoes in
various stages of development, their living and breeding habits,
and breeding areas.
Knowledge of the characteristics and purposes of commonly used
insecticides.
Ability to plan, directs and coordinate mosquito extermination
and control operations.
Ability to read, and interpret laws, rules and regulations and
apply them to specific situations.
Ability to provide assignments and instructions to subordinate
staff, and supervise the performance of their work.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working
relationships with associates and others.
Ability to weigh, measures and mix chemicals and mediums
according to directions.
Ability to apply chemicals in a manner which will avoid
contamination to food and water sources and danger to people.
Ability to use manual or power spraying and fumigating equipment.
Ability to lift and/or carry materials and equipment weighing
over 30 pounds.
Ability to conduct inspections and identify mosquito breeding
areas.
Ability to maintain records of types of chemical or biological
controls used and treatment sites.
Ability to prepare reports.
Ability to establish and maintain records and files.
Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual
recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or
related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in
English sufficiently to perform duties of this position.
American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as
acceptable forms of communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long
as they can perform essential functions of the job after
reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If
the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the
employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
This job specification is applicable to the following title code: | | Job
Spec
Code | Variant | State,
Local or
Common | Class of
Service | Work
Week | State
Class
Code | Local
Class
Code | Salary
Range | Note | | 00724 | | L | C | | N/A | 32 | | - |
This job specification is for local government use only.
Salary range is only applicable to state government.
Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions.
7/22/1999 |
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