SENIOR INSPECTOR MOSQUITO EXTERMINATOR

 DEFINITION:

 Under direction, leads others in conducting field inspections  to
 locate  and identify mosquito-breeding areas; does other  related
 work.

 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:

 Inspects mosquitoes hiding or breeding areas.

 Responds to complaints and inquiries from the public.

 Wears  and  uses protective clothing and equipment  according  to
 specific manufacturer's directions.

 May  select  and  apply 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   directions   in  order  to   prepare   commonly   used
 insecticides.

 Takes   the  lead  and  provides  guidance  and  instruction   to
 inspectors and others assigned to the unit.

 Collects samples of insect larva for identification by supervisor
 or specialist.

 May perform minor maintenance work on extermination equipment  to
 maintain equipment in working order.

 May perform unskilled labor when required.

 Prepares reports and maintains records.

 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:

      EPERIENCE

      Two (2) years of experience in mosquito extermination work.

      LI CENSE

        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.

      LICENSE:

      Appointees  will  be required to possess a driver's  license
 valid  in  NJ  only  if the operation of a vehicle,  rather  than
 employee  mobility, is necessary to perform essential  duties  of
 the position.

 KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

 Knowledge  of  the methods used to apply insecticides  and  other
 materials used in mosquito extermination and control.

 Knowledge  of  surface  water and drainage problems  relating  to
 mosquito control work.

 Knowledge of the proper use and operation of extermination  tools
 and equipment.

 Knowledge of the basic 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  weigh,  measure,  and  mix  chemicals  and  mediums
 according to specific 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 work harmoniously with associates and coworkers.

 Ability  to  maintain records of types of chemical or  biological
 controls used and treatment sites.

 Ability to identify and collect larva samples.

 Ability to provide suitable instructions, advice and guidance  to
 other employees.

 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
03380
L
C
  
N/A
06
-

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.

12/22/1999