Pesticide Records Coordinator

• Conducts post-assessments of larviciding and adulticiding pesticide applications daily and enters findings into the Mosquito and Vector Control Division (MVCD) database.
• Inputs Ultra Low Volume (ULV), Larvicide, and Environmental Assessment data into the Harris County Pesticide Application database and ensures accuracy of data.
• Assist Field Operations Manager in maintaining ULV database and ensures accuracy of data.
• Assists with ULV applications at night as required.
• Performs larvae inspections during periods of low disease risk.
• May assist other Mosquito Vector Control sections as required.
• Other duties as assigned including special tasks involved in responding to an emergency event.

• High school diploma or equivalent

• At least (4) four years of stable employment history
• Computer Proficiency: Basic skills using Microsoft Office Suite

• Valid Driver’s License (Texas upon hire) along with a good driving record required for daily surveillance and collection of species
• Must acquire a Texas Certified Pesticide Noncommercial Political Applicator’s License within one year of employment

• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations governing the application of pesticides
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and recommend appropriate solutions
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to develop, implement, improve, and learn new techniques pertinent to field objectives
• Ability to work well with a variety of personalities and handle stress generated by multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to read/comprehend road maps
• Ability to comprehend chemical labels and be willing to work with control-related chemicals (e.g., insecticides)

• Understands the organizational mission
• Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust
• Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others

• Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity, diversity, inclusion, and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission
• Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group
• Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs

• Ability to adapt to change

• Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect
• Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner
• Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses
• Uses sound judgment
• Self-motivated
• Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity

• Communicates clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing

• This is a Full Time - Regular Position
• 40 hours per week
• The incumbent may be required to work long and irregular hours in circumstances of public health or infectious disease emergency or potential for such including weekends and holidays

• Office: This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
• Field: Field work requires driving a county vehicle for ULV applications and Post Assessment Evaluations in a variety of urban and natural environments

• Must be able to lift 70 lbs., be in good physical health, able to tolerate high heat and humidity for extended periods of time outdoors while working in a variety of urban and natural environments. 
• Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays as required to accomplish the mission of MVCD.

• Harris County Public Health: Mosquito & Vector Control Division - 3330 Old Spanish Trail, Houston, TX 77021.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

Salary : $44,096