MOSQUITO IDENTIFICATION SPECIALIST 1
DEFINITION:
Under the close supervision of a Mosquito Identification Specialist 3 or other supervisory official, identifies species of mosquitoes; tabulates, summarizes and plots results of identification and numbers for use in directing control activities; may assist with mosquito extermination and control work; does other related duties as required.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A 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:
Sorts light trap collections and separates mosquitoes according to species and genus using a microscope and mosquito key.
Prepares records of counts and species for use in mosquito control.
Prepares analysis of findings and may send copies to the appropriate State and county agencies.
Prepares maps indicating trap collections and breeding areas.
May maintain and repair surveillance traps.
Prepares charts or tables comparing findings in the area with surveillance findings in surrounding counties and with previous year's records.
May inspect and evaluate breeding areas.
May assist in setting up a systematic program of extermination and control including the spraying of the insecticides and related drainage work.
Prepares clear and informative reports.
Maintains essential records and files.
Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
REQUIREMENTS:
EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year of experience in the identification of insects by species and genus.
NOTE: Completion of six (6) semester hours of credit in entomology at an accredited college or university may be substituted for the above work experience.
LICENSE:
Appointees may be required to possess a valid license as a Commercial Pesticide Applicator of the appropriate class, issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
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 essential duties of the position.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the methods and procedures used to identify mosquitoes by species and genus.
Knowledge of the methods used in applying insecticides and other materials used in extermination and control of mosquitoes after a period of training.
Ability to assist in the development of mosquito control programs.
Ability to prepare clear and informative reports.
Ability to make appropriate references and deductions based on various types of source materials.
Ability to design charts or graphs from raw data.
Ability to maintain essential records and files.
Ability to learn how 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 if they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. 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:
