NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Director of Mosquito Control
NEOGOV is seeking a Director of Mosquito Control to manage the Mosquito Control Department, ensuring effective and cost-efficient mosquito control and roadside weed control programs in Jefferson County. The role involves planning, supervising personnel, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
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Responsibilities
Plans and schedules department work; meets daily with supervisory personnel to discuss and review jobs, materials needed, and assignment of personnel and equipment
Consults with Entomologist regarding surveillance reports and reviews status of work in relation to surveillance reports of control required
Ensures that necessary safety measures in regard to chemical herbicides and pesticides are implemented; Ensures that all applicable state and federal regulations set forth by the Texas Department of Agriculture; Texas Department of Health; Environmental Protection Agency and the Federal Aviation Administration are followed
Purchases equipment, materials and supplies; ensures that equipment and supplies are available when needed
Provides overall supervision of department personnel; develops procedures and establishes priorities; interviews, hires, and ensures proper training of employees; authorizes overtime and time off; counsels and disciplines; develops department budget to include salary adjustments
Prepares the annual budget for the department and submits it for approval; administers and monitors the budget
Prepares monthly and annual reports of Mosquito Control District activities
Responds to complaints and requests from the public; interacts with county officials and other departments; attending conferences, seminars, and the Texas Mosquito Control Association meeting are encouraged
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position
Performs other job related duties, as directed
Conducts quarterly advisory board meetings
Qualification
Required
Related job experience in mosquito control
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Working knowledge of personal computer
Strong math/accounting skills (to prepare and administer department budget)
Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to deal effectively with all levels of employees and with the public
Strong management and supervisory skills
Analytical skills
Must be able to obtain your Non Commercial Political Applicators License (Laws & Regulations & Vector) through the Texas Department of Agriculture within 6 months of your first year of employment
Preferred
Managerial experience
Benefits
Health care
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Deferred compensation plans
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Prescription drug coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Holidays
Vacation
Sick leave
Personal leave
Use of the Employee Health Clinic
Company
NEOGOV
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