Vector Control Senior Specialist

About the role

The City of El Paso is seeking a Pest Mitigation Specialist to join our team. This position involves conducting pest mitigation, field inspections, on-site investigations, and enforcing vector control related local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complaints and enforce applicable vector control rules per the City’s Municipal Ordinance.
• Respond to nuisance violations by conducting on-site visits and investigations at residential and commercial properties.
• Ensure safe operation and care of environmental sampling, monitoring, and computerized equipment.
• Follow standard operating procedures and sampling protocols.
• Document and log field work and maintain records of equipment calibration, trap collection, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Conduct research, compile information, and prepare inspection and other reports.
• Conduct on-site inspections at regulated entities within the City and other local jurisdictions.
• Apply pesticide chemicals to public grounds, facilities, and standing water to control mosquito, tick, flea, roach, and rodent populations.
• Maintain accurate documentation and tracking of violations and inspections.
• Perform housekeeping and basic site maintenance.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews and inspections.
• Troubleshoot malfunctioning or inoperable equipment and advise senior staff to ensure that equipment is adequately repaired.
• Perform required calibrations, audits, and reporting in compliance with department policy and Texas Department of Agriculture requirements.
• Perform administrative duties as assigned.
• Organize and monitor stock and supplies inventory.
• Respond to customer complaints and inquiries.
• Prepare basic drawings, sketches, diagrams, and maps.
• Attend classroom training and seminars.
• Research property ownership.
• Present training topics, as assigned.
• Supervise or serve as a designated lead worker to assigned personnel.
• Organize and coordinate workflow.
• Instruct, review, guide, and check work.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, or higher, and three (3) years of experience in code enforcement, field investigation, pest control, or experience in sampling, monitoring, and/or technical analysis of scientific data.
• A valid Texas Class “C” Driver’s License or equivalent from another state by time of appointment.
• Registration as a Code Enforcement Officer with the Texas Department of State Health Services within one (1) year of appointment, and must participate in six (6) hours per calendar year of continuing education courses thereafter.
• To obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance, some positions may require submitting to a criminal background check.
• Completion of a Hazardous Materials Instructor Training course that complies with 49 CFR 72 Subpart H, a “Certified Pool-Spa Operator” (CPO), and Texas Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) Code Enforcement Officer II certificate within one (1) year of appointment.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED, or higher, and three (3) years of experience in code enforcement, field investigation, pest control, or experience in sampling, monitoring, and/or technical analysis of scientific data.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related to pest control and vector management.

Benefits

• LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE: Basic Life Insurance Coverage is available at no cost to eligible employees. Additional Life Insurance and coverage for your dependents are also available. Employees can select optional Dental, Vision, and Short Term Disability coverage. Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account (healthcare and/or dependent care for daycare expenses) is also available.
• ANNUAL VACATION LEAVE: Eligible for vacation allowance as per the City’s rules.
• SICK LEAVE WITH PAY: Employees are entitled to accrue sick leave with pay in accordance with the Rules of the Civil Service Commission.
• ACCIDENT WITH PAY LEAVE: Available for occupational injuries and occupational diseases.
• PREGNANCY LEAVE: Pregnancy is treated the same as any other temporary physical disability. An employee on pregnancy leave shall use accumulated and unused regular sick leave time and then (unless granted use of special sick leave) shall be on leave without pay, unless the employee chooses to use any accumulated and unused annual leave.
• LEGAL HOLIDAYS: Legal holidays include New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Cesar Chavez Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Employee's Birthday is also a legal holiday.

Pay

Salary range: $47,828.56 - $70,786.27 annually.

Schedule

Hours and schedule are flexible and determined by the needs of the department.