What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entomology Program Manager position at Natrona County Weed and Pest Control District?
Job Summary
Manages and maintains a variety of cross-disciplinary lab procedures and field operations to help carry out the District's integrated mosquito/vector/pest management. The program manager will primarily coordinate field projects, field sample collections and laboratory processing, and maintenance of the lab and equipment under the direction of the District Supervisor.
Responsibilities
- Oversee EIMG and City of Casper Grants: Will write and administer necessary grants including Emergency Insect Management Grant and City of Casper MOU. The incumbent will report and budget program activities to the grant requirements. Make recommendations and adapt District program to better serve the County and City residents
- Laboratory Analysis of Insects: MaintainNCWP lab procedures. Identify pest species, monitor mosquito populations through the use of light and CO2 traps. Conduct water analysis to determine treatment intervals and methods. Reduce vector borne risk by tailoring larviciding and adulticiding mosquito treatments to mosquito populations. Assist supervisor in spray block development for Grasshopper, Mosquito and Alfalfa Weevil pest reduction activities.
- Pesticide Application: Receive and maintain appropriate Commercial Applicator certifications for the treatment of mosquito and pest insects as well as ROW and agricultural applications on plant pests. Oversee seasonal staff applications of larviciding and adult fogging operations.
- Education: Actively identify and implement educational programs related to mosquito and insect t pests for 3rd grade through adult education programs. Publish articles for local news outlets and University of Wyoming publications. Meet with local landowners and managers to develop integrated pest control programs. Assist with over-the-counter chemical sales. Conduct site visits and provide a written pest management plan for landowners relating to insect pests.
Experience
Integrated mosquito management, the scientific method, performing scientific assays in laboratory settings including PCR, operation of laboratory equipment, data collection, management and analysis.
- Principles of biology, chemistry and mathematics
- Current technological capabilities and applications
- Mapping and GIS
- Good microbial practices
- Volume measurements and conversions
- Laboratory chemical and biological hazards
- Bachelor's Degree: Biology, Ecology, Entomology, Chemistry, Microbiology or related scientific field
- Or Equivalent combination of education and experience may be used to meet requirements
- Commercial Applicator License or ability to obtain.
- Knowledge of Aviation safety
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evenings as needed
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $55,000