What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Mosquito Program Technician-Environmental Technician I - ELT-HD-25003 position at Fairfax County Government?
Agency: Health Dept.
Job #: ELT-HD-25003
Hours: 7:30AM – 4:00PM, Monday to Friday
Salary: Starting salary $21.3308/hr., commensurate with experience
Are you looking for a unique job that offers you…
- Opportunity to work outside
- Fieldwork that lets you make a difference in your community
- A fun and unique experience to learn about mosquitoes, ticks, and public health
- Work in a supportive team environment
- Starting salary $21.3308/hr., commensurate with experience
- Hours: 7:30AM – 4:00PM, Monday to Friday
- Benefits- Individuals in these positions are eligible for (limited) employee benefits, including medical, vision and dental insurance coverage, and participation in flexible spending programs. However, they are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay.
THEN LOOK NO FURTHER. COME JOIN THE FAIRFAX COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT TEAM AND USE YOUR SKILLS AND ABILITIES TO “PROTECT, PROMOTE AND IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ALL WHO LIVE, WORK AND PLAY IN OUR COMMUNITY”
The Fairfax County Health Department is a progressive public health leader providing services that promote population health, protect public health and the environment, and ensure residents' equitable access to health services and information. The Health Department is seeking highly motivated, team-oriented Environmental Technicians to work as part of the Division of Environmental Health, in the Disease Carrying Insects Program. This position performs field or lab activities associated with vector-borne disease surveillance and control activities in Fairfax County. Duties may include but are not limited to mosquito and tick sample collection and identification, pesticide application, participation in public education and outreach activities, assisting in investigations and other site evaluations. Environmental Technicians attend regular staff meetings and perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications: Preferred candidates will have experience and knowledge related to environmental health programs and service areas. Working knowledge of personal computers and ability to use field inspection and/or surveillance equipment. Strong oral communication and customer service skills. Ability to work well in a team environment.
Minimum Qualifications: Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to graduation from high school or G.E.D. issued by a state department of education, with courses in chemistry and/or biology and two years of acceptable laboratory experience.
Certifications and Licenses Required: Valid motor vehicle driver’s license.
Physical Requirements: (all duties) All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to conduct inspections/investigations in extreme temperature environments.
- Ability to operate motor vehicle in adverse weather conditions.
- Ability to walk, negotiate/traverse sites with unleveled terrain and/or narrow passages; crouch, stoop, kneel, bend, reach, stretch, climb ladders, use test equipment, lift and carry instruments and other objects weighing up to 25 pounds, wear personal protective equipment, and visual acuity is required to operate keyboard driven equipment and computer.
- Position frequently communicates and must be able to exchange accurate information with others verbally and in writing.
- Uses hands to grasp, handle or feel.
Special Requirements: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background investigation, a Child Protective Services (CPS) check and a driving record check, to the satisfaction of the employer.
Selection Procedure: Panel Interview
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Typically work up to 40 hours/week. This position may not exceed 1,560 hours per calendar year. The following positions may be available to work through early November 2025.
To apply: Submit a resume to hdjobs@fairfaxcounty.gov referencing the position title Seasonal Mosquito Program Technician
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: From $21.33 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21
