Public Health - Environmental Health

The job involves assisting with a county-wide mosquito abatement program in Kannapolis, NC, requiring fieldwork and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include surveying mosquito breeding sites, collecting and identifying species, conducting water safety checks, and maintaining records. Candidates should be pursuing or have a degree in physical sciences and possess a valid NC driver's license. The position requires effective communication and the ability to work independently.
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionEstimated Hours:20 hours per week (11 weeks)General Description:Assists with county wide mosquito abatement program and performs related administrative duties. Work on surveillance and insecticide efficacy projects that survey, delineate and characterize both man-made and natural mosquito production sites associated with mosquito nuisance and vector species. Work will further be associated with evaluation of techniques, both in the field and laboratory, of Integrated Pest Management practices used by Mosquito Control including but not limited to the collection of adult mosquitoes captured in light traps and the collection of mosquito ovi-traps. These positions are located in Cabarrus County and will be responsible for: taking surveys or inventories, as required, in the field or in-house; collection and identification of mosquito species; data accumulation; and interacting with people in the community while performing service-related requests.Position will also be involved in other aspects of Environmental Health such as Public Swimming Pools (water chemistry/safety checks), well water sampling, and other administrative tasks within the office. A general exposure to public health and the implementation of programs into the community.Illustrative Duties/Responsibilities:Conducts systematic daily checks of assigned areas in the County to locate mosquito breeding areas.Identify breeding problems and exercise good judgment in selecting appropriate control technique and/or treatment.Applies control materials according to procedure in order to maximize the coverage of the area while ensuring compliance with all applicable Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), State and County regulations and policies governing the application of pesticides. This includes the possible use of a respirator and other safety equipment.Maintains accurate daily paper records. Work independently with minor supervision.Reads and interprets a variety of instructions maps, diagrams, or schedules to determine appropriate treatment locations.Conducts mosquito control activities as requested by the Field Supervisor and or Manager.Sets and collects light traps for mosquito control surveillance.Take well water samples from private wells to be sent to the State lab for testing.Conduct public swimming pool water chemistry and safety checks at various public pools for verification of compliance.Assist the front desk staff in administrative duties such as returning phone calls, documentation and permit research.Embraces a culture of continuous Quality Improvement within CHA, by actively participating in QI trainings, opportunities, and projects by utilizing QI concepts and techniques.Education/Experience:The candidate will be currently seeking a degree or have a degree in the field of one of the physical sciences, and must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver’s license and have a clean driving record.Skills:• Able to complete assignment within the project time period
• Able to utilize a laptop, iPad, Personal Digital Assistant (PDA), GPS, and/or comparable device
• Able to communicate and deal effectively with the public
• Able to work under stressful conditions
• Able to interact effectively with othersLicense:Valid NC Driver’s licenseSpecial Requirements:Physical Demands: Medium work. Ability to traverse undeveloped, uneven, wet, broken terrain, wooded, marshy areas. Ability to see, talk, hear, reach, walk, bend, squat, kneel, grasp. Peripheral vision. Able to lift (35 lbs.)Our MissionTo improve individual and community health through services, education, and collaborative action.Our VisionWe envision a thriving community where people make healthy choices in healthy environmentsCHA does not discriminate based on , , (creed), , expression, , (ancestry), , marital status, , or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all staff members, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.