Maricopa County Environmental Services Department
VectorControlSpecialist
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“Vector Control Specialist at Maricopa County Environmental Services Department. Skills: vector control, pest control, environmental health, public health. surveillance and testing. complaint management”
What You'll Achieve.
prevent exposure to mosquito-borne diseases and hazardous substances in food, water, and soil; protect more than 4 million residents of Maricopa County and its visitors; close out complaints based on field and lab
Industry & Context.
Evaluates problems and carries out treatments as needed
Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time and complete computer work, The work will occur in an office and field environment., While performing the duties & responsibilities the employee maybe exposed to loud noise, noxious odors, unsanitary conditions, chemicals, electricity, moving mechanical parts, varying weather conditions, and other related conditions and situations., Position is subject to atmospheric conditions: Fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation., Protective clothing is necessary for some environments, Ability to lift 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly, Required to drive a vehicle from midnight to 5:00 am while applying treatments or during efficacy testing of adult mosquito samples, Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
One year of pest or vector control experience, High school diploma or GED, A valid certification from the State of Arizona Department of Agriculture, Pest Management Division, as a Certified Applicator within (120) days of the hire date, Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire
Nice to Have
Associate’s degree or higher in environmental studies or a closely related field, Experience performing vector control activities in a public sector environment
What You'll Do.
surveillance and testing
enforcement of the Environmental Health Code
evaluates problems and carries out treatments
or physical control methods
and appropriate equipment
sets and retrieves mosquito monitoring traps and rodent
identifies mosquito species in larval and adult stages
and other arthropod disease
sorts and identifies mosquito species in the lab or in the field
maintains complete and accurate records of field work using current database
uses and maintains mobile computers for the collection of field data and completing daily activity
submits daily reports of activities
including areas treated
and type and quantity of materials used
investigates and resolves complaints of mosquitoes
and other vector infestations
ensures that public complaints receive prompt and appropriate
re-investigates as necessary to ensure compliance with written notification of violations
monitors compliance of the Environmental Health Code
notifies property owners
and the general public of vector infestations and their legal responsibility to correct them
coordinates with owners
and governmental agencies to resolve conflicts
issues legal notices to secures evidence of violations of vector control
appears in court as a witness for the County Attorney for enforcement and prosecution cases
packages and delivers samples to the Bureau of State Laboratory Services
travels as necessary for supplies
or information from private firms or other off-site governmental
delivers Gambusia to address customer mosquito problems
sorts and identifies mosquito species in the lab or in the field
cares and stores equipment
and other vector control
educates the public by providing information
advises citizens on matters of Vector Control and vector organisms and the pathogens they transmit
acts in a lead capacity to close out complaints based on field and lab
distributes work orders in the absence of a
trains new employees in field duties
compiles data and generates weekly reports of program operations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Coordinates with owners, operators, occupants, and governmental agencies to resolve conflicts.
Communication Scope
Educates the public by providing information; Advises citizens on matters of Vector Control and vector organisms and the pathogens they transmit.
Full Job Description
**Posting Date** 05/15/26 **Application Deadline** 05/22/26 **Pay Range** $20.50 - $30.75 per hour Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is eligible for overtime compensation. **Job Type** Unclassified **Department** Environmental Services **About the Position** There is a lot of BUZZ about this position, so apply today! The Vector Control Specialist is responsible for the surveillance and testing, complaint management, and treatment activities through the enforcement of the Environmental Health Code. **About Us** For more than 60 years, the Maricopa County Environmental Services Department has been working with our community to ensure a safe and healthy environment. Maintaining a healthy environment improves the quality of life and seeks to prevent exposure to mosquito-borne diseases and hazardous substances in food, water, and soil. We are using education and innovative methods to protect more than 4 million residents of Maricopa County and its visitors. **Proud to Offer** * Work with a greater purpose * Tuition reimbursement * Exceptional work-life balance * Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County * Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents * Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center [Maricopa County Kids Club](https://www.maricopa.gov/6007/Other-Benefits#:~:text=Even%20though%20MCKids%20Club%20isn,facilities%20starting%20November%201%2C%202023.), dedicated to serving Maricopa County families * Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave * Extensive wellness program, including an incentive * Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 * Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! [Work W
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