Regional Mosquito Control & Surveillance Trainer

Other; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services seeks an OPS Environmental Specialist III to coordinate mosquito control efforts across a 14-county region in north-central Florida. The role involves training staff, performing surveillance and specimen identification, and advising on arthropod control methods.

Based at the Alachua Regional Service Center, the position also responds to public inquiries and aids in emergency responses to disease-carrying arthropods with technical guidance

Qualifications

• Knowledge of mosquito bionomics, surveillance, and control mechanisms.
• Ability to create and communicate presentations in person or online.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Responsibilities

• Train mosquito control personnel.
• Conduct mosquito surveillance and identification.
• Provide technical assistance on arthropod control and related programs.
• Respond to public inquiries regarding vector control and safety.
• Support emergency response efforts related to disease-carrying arthropods.

Skills

Mosquito bionomics

Surveillance & control mechanisms

Public speaking & presentations

Written communication

Driver license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services seeks an OPS Environmental Specialist III to coordinate mosquito control efforts across a 14-county region in north-central Florida. The role involves training staff, performing surveillance and specimen identification, and advising on arthropod control methods.

Based at the Alachua Regional Service Center, the position also responds to public inquiries and aids in emergency responses to disease-carrying arthropods with technical guidance