ENTOMOLOGIST IV - OAHU (OHHI)

Duties Summary

State Entomologists are concerned with flies, snails, beetles and other pests (including rodents) of economic and/or medical significance, and with the development, test or application of methods for their propagation or control. Major approaches to problem solving include methods of manipulating the effectiveness of the natural enemy; modifying the environment; changing adverse agricultural practices; introducing predators, parasites, pathogens and other beneficial organisms; devising and adapting abatement practices; applying chemicals; and integrating biological, chemical, cultural and/or other control measures.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• Legal Authorization To Work: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
• Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in entomology or a closely related field which included at least twelve (12) semester credit hours in entomology coursework.
• Specialized Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the field of entomological research, development, prevention, or control which included field and/or laboratory work.

Special Requirements

• Some positions require the ability to lift and carry items of various weights with or without reasonable accommodation.
• A valid driver's license is required for some positions.

Substitutions Allowed

• Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply.

Other Information

• The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.
• The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications.
• The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience.
• In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency.

Testing Information

• The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience.
• It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.
• In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer.

Electronic Notification to Applicants

The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications.

Equal Employment Opportunity, Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and Other Requirements

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