IPM Shelter Coordinator, Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services.

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 73,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an IPM Shelter Coordinator to lead pest management efforts in homeless shelters across the city. This vital role involves overseeing pest control initiatives, educating shelter staff on best practices, and collaborating with various city agencies. The ideal candidate will have a background in environmental sciences, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for community service. Join a dedicated team committed to improving public health and safety in New York City, while enjoying unmatched benefits and job security in the public sector.

Benefits

Loan Forgiveness Programs

Premium-Free Health Insurance

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Tax-Deferred Savings

Wellness Programs

Remote Work Policy

Qualifications

• One year of full-time experience in rodent control or pest control.
• Experience in supervising at least three individuals is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Integrated Pest Management work in homeless shelters.
• Organize educational workshops for shelter staff on pest control.
• Supervise environmental investigations related to pest infestations.

Skills

Rodent Control

Community Education

Environmental Sciences

Training and Health Education

Communication Skills

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Job description

IPM Shelter Coordinator, Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services

Join to apply for the IPM Shelter Coordinator, Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services role at NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through outreach, education, surveillance, and enforcement. With a staff of 1,000, the Division covers a broad range of subject matter, including oversight of environmental investigations, lead poisoning, injury prevention, occupational health, food safety, childcare, radiation control, recreational and drinking water quality, air quality, climate health, vector control, veterinary public health, and pest control.

Duties Will Include But Not Be Limited To:

• Oversee Integrated Pest Management work in homeless shelters throughout the city.
• Organize and provide educational workshops to homeless shelter staff on best practices in pest control.
• Liaise with the Department of Homeless Services and review inspection reports collected by the Shelter inspection team.
• Participate in the development of written reports summarizing work completed in homeless facilities.
• Coordinate follow-up in assigned homeless facilities with the Senior Exterminating team and other City Agencies as needed.
• Supervise and conduct environmental investigations related to rodent and pest infestations in homeless facilities and other city areas.

Preferred Skills:

• Background in environmental sciences and equity-related work.
• Ability to navigate within institutions with different needs.
• Experience in training and health education is preferred.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple and diverse assignments.

Why You Should Work For Us

• Loan Forgiveness: Potential eligibility for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs. More info at studentaid.gov.
• Benefits: City employees enjoy unmatched benefits including premium-free health insurance, a defined benefit pension plan, tax-deferred savings, and wellness programs.
• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, up to two days per week may be remote.
• Job Security: More stability compared to private sector employment and the opportunity to contribute to NYC’s health.

The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is committed to equity and diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year of full-time experience in rodent control, cleanup, extermination, or related community education activities; or
• One year of full-time experience in pest control, trash collection, street cleaning, park maintenance, building cleaning, or community service work, including three months supervising at least three individuals.

For higher levels, additional experience and education requirements apply. All candidates must be high school graduates or equivalent and have at least one year of relevant professional experience.

Residency in NYC is generally required within 90 days of appointment.

Salary: $72,918.00

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care