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 functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Plans, directs, and supervises field surveillance and ground and aerial larviciding and adulticiding operations; evaluates program effectiveness and recommends modifications to the vector control plan as needed
• Manages inventory and assets according to Williams County guidelines; oversees purchases of equipment, chemicals, and supplies
• Ensures all equipment, vehicles, and devices are properly constructed, calibrated, and maintained
• Oversees the department's safety program; ensures staff are adequately trained and adhere to all safety protocols
• Performs laboratory procedures related to the surveillance and control of vector-borne illnesses, such as mosquito species identification and qRT-PCR testing
• Maintains detailed daily records and ensures documentation meets all established county, state, and federal guidelines
• Monitors advancements in mosquito control practices through training and self-study and incorporates innovation to enhance program operations
• Oversees the implementation of an Unmanned Aerial System to aid in mosquito management services
• Prepares reports and maps to assist in analyzing program effectiveness and evolution
• Administers vector control software 
• Coordinates with private and public agencies to promote collaborative methods to address vector control goals
• Conducts community education and public relations to increase awareness of department programs, goals, and seasonal conditions
• Collaborates with the Vector Control Board to establish an annual budget; administers the budget and monitors expenditures following established policies
• Assigns, directs, and supervises seasonal and clerical staff
• Creates and maintains manuals and documentation for training and operational purposes
• 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

• Ph.D. in entomology, biology, public health, or a related field
• Four (4) or more years of experience related to vector-borne disease prevention and control
• Two (2) or more years of supervisory or leadership experience

OR

• Master’s degree in entomology, biology, public health, or a related field
• Six (6) or more years of experience related to vector-borne disease prevention and control
• Three (3) or more years of supervisory or leadership experience

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in entomology, biology, public health, or a related field
• Eight (8) or more years of experience related to vector-borne disease prevention and control
• Four (4) or more years of supervisory or leadership experience

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid North Dakota Driver’s License or equivalent
• Must possess or acquire a North Dakota Commercial / Governmental Pesticide Applicators Certification within two (2) months of employment
• Successful applicants must pass a background check and a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening
• Preferred:  Possession of FAA Part 107 sUAS Certification

Special Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Work is performed in an outdoor environment with exposure to extreme temperatures
• Exposure to pressurized chemical vapors
• May be required to lift 50 pounds

Compensation and Benefits

Starting pay for this position ranges from $95,000 to $120,000 annually and may vary depending on experience and training. 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.

To learn more about Williams County, please visit our website:  https://www.williamsnd.com/departments/county-information/

Click  http://community.willistonnd.com/ to learn about our Community.

To obtain more information about living in Williston, visit https://livability.com/nd/williston/ 

All offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, background check, and reference review.