Seasonal Mosquito Control

$18.12 hourly

Open until filled.

The City of Sioux Falls Mosquito Control is seeking reliable teammates to join our seasonal staff. These are seasonal, non-benefitted positions involving 20-40 hours per week from May

• October. Interested parties must be able to obtain a G-9 certification through the Department of Agriculture.
  
  This is an open book test paid for by the department upon hire. A valid driver's license is also required. EOE.

Job Descriptions

Field Staff

• These positions primarily work Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Interested individuals would be responsible for conducting surveillance efforts in public areas across the city, seeking out standing water and mosquito habitats that can, or are, contributing to mosquito activity. When areas are found, staff are responsible for treating the areas in an environmentally responsible way.

(Approximately 40 hours per week)

Lab/ID/Administrative

• These positions may interest individuals that have a curiosity for the "scientific" side of Vector Control. All trap collections require identification of every mosquito, down to genus and species.
  
  Certain vector species need to be separated and prepared for West Nile Virus testing at our downtown lab. Lab staff must properly manage various paperwork, including data entry and documentation.

(Approximately 15-25 hours per week)

Trapping

• The Vector Control Program runs and maintains approximately 30 mosquito surveillance traps throughout the city of Sioux Falls and in some of the surrounding communities. Individuals interested in this position should be able to work independently, perform light mechanical maintenance on equipment if needed, and be able to carry approximately 30-40# across short distances and potentially rough terrain.

*This position does not require a G9 Certification

(Approximately 20 hours per week)

Spraying

• When our trapping and field surveillance indicate we have exceeded thresholds for our heavy biting, or disease spreading mosquitoes, we need to perform adult mosquito control activities, such as spraying. These events primarily occur in the evening between 7pm-1am.
  
  Truck spraying events cannot be planned far in advance, but when weather parameters are met, we need to be able to respond quickly. Staff must be conscientious of residential activity, and safe driving practices. This is a great PT job for individuals with daytime obligations!

(Approximately 5-20 hours per week)

Educational Outreach

• It is the goal of the Vector Control Program to maintain a solid plan for public education and outreach. This is accomplished in several ways, including distributing DEET packets and educational material at summer events as well as other areas across the city, such as community centers, parks and schools, The majority of these hours will occur in the evening, but not all. This position requires strong communication skills.

(Approximately 5-20 hours per week)

• Must be organized and able to complete required documentation of applications and activities as required by the program

• Able to work independently and efficiently

• Most positions require moderate lifting as well as walking in potentially rough terrain

• Must have the ability to communicate well with others (including the public on occasion)

To be considered for these positions, complete the application for Part-time Seasonal Positions.

If an ADA accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources at 605-367-8740 or recruiter@siouxfalls.org.

Our Culture

Sioux Falls is growing exponentially, and we need you to join our team of 1,300 full-time and hundreds more part-time and seasonal employees. Find a place to serve alongside us in a range of careers available in 11 diverse departments.

There's a role for every interest from public safety and health, to culture and recreation, to technology and internal operations. Our employees partner with local businesses and community members to provide the infrastructure, safe neighborhoods and recreation opportunities that keep Sioux Falls consistently ranked among the top places to live and work.

Our core values of safety, teamwork, innovation, character and respect build community from the inside out. Employees' top culture drivers include a strong sense of accomplishment, growth through learning and training, and supportive colleagues. Team members achieve job satisfaction everyday with the knowledge that their service positively impacts the high quality of life this community enjoys.

Apply today to become part of ONE Team and help us take care of today for a better tomorrow!

Job Family : PART TIME/SEASONAL

Posting Start : 01/25/2024

Posting End : 12/31/9999