Vector Control Crew Leader

Salary: Depends on QualificationsLocation : Williston, NDJob Type: Full-Time RegularJob Number: 2026-22Department: Vector ControlOpening Date: 02/21/2024DescriptionThe Vector Control Crew Leader coordinates the day-to-day activities of Williams County Vector Control field operations and seasonal staff.Examples of DutiesThe intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents in this position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and may change with or without notice. Incumbents must be able to perform the essential function of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.Performs all tasks associated with mosquito surveillance and eradication, including trap maintenance/monitoring, specimen collection/processing in field and laboratory environments, and conducting spray missionsLeads daily Vector Control field and basic lab operations, incorporating fundamental Integrated Pest Management procedures ensuring continued compliance, efficiency, and safetyCoordinates and participates in the handling, mixing, and application of pesticides- enforcing all applicable laws, and safety regulationsCoordinates daily work of seasonal staff; provides training and monitors work performanceConducts a variety of basic laboratory tests and interprets/reports results in a timely mannerCompletes and maintains thorough reports, records, and documentsMaintains up-to-date knowledge of Vector Control regulations, methodology, pesticide labels, and equipmentPerforms regular maintenance and calibration of equipmentMaintains a working relationship with pilots, vendors, and public and private agenciesOversees Vector Control activities in the absence of the Vector Control DirectorMaintains confidentiality of non-public records and makes available all data and information deemed a public record by the North Dakota Century Code.Typical Qualifications High School diploma or GED equivalent; AND one (1) year of pest control experiencePrefer at least one (1) year experience managing or supervising staffMust possess a valid North Dakota Driver's License, or equivalentMust possess or acquire a North Dakota Commercial / Governmental Pesticide Applicators Certification within three (3) months of start dateSuccessful applicants must pass a background check and a pre-employment drug and alcohol screeningWork is performed in a variety of settings, including office, laboratory, and outdoor environments. Exposure to extreme temperatures may occur.Exposure to pesticides, pressurized chemicals, and chemical vaporsMay be required to lift up to 40 poundsCompensation: Pay rate starts at $28-$32/hour and is based on qualifications and experience. Williams County provides generous benefits to full-time regular employees: paid sick and vacation leave, a fully paid health/dental/vision benefit plan for employees and dependents, term life insurance of $25,000, 100% contribution toward retirement benefits through the ND Public Employees Retirement System, and 12 paid holidays each year.To learn more about Williams County, please visit our website:To learn more about living and working in Williams County, visitAll offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, background check, and reference review.Williams County offers competitive pay, a great work environment and a generous benefit package to full time employees, including a fully-paid health/dental/vision plan for the entire family.Williams County pays the full premium for family, single-plus-dependent or single coverage plan for each full-time employee.Williams County provides a monthly allowance toward the purchase of a voluntary supplemental insurance policy for each full-time employee. Coverage may include single, single-plus-dependent or family coverage on any voluntary supplemental insurance provided by the designated Williams County supplemental insurance provider.Williams County pays the premium for a $25,000 term life insurance policy and $25,000 accidental death and dismemberment policy for full-time employees.Williams County pays the premium for a Long Term Disability Insurance plan for full-time employees.Employees who are at least 18 years of age and are working in a qualified position an average of 20 hours per week for five or more months of the year are required to participate in the North Dakota Public Employees Retirement System (ND PERS) Retirement Plan. Membership will become effective immediately upon employment.01What is your level of experience related to Microsoft Word? No ExperienceLimited ExperienceModerate ExperienceAdvanced Experience02What is your level of experience related to Microsoft Excel? No ExperienceLimited ExperienceModerate ExperienceAdvanced Experience03What is your level of experience related to Microsoft Outlook? No ExperienceLimited ExperienceModerate ExperienceAdvanced Experience04Mark the following areas where you have experience related to supervision and management: Conducting employee trainingCoordinating work assignmentsMonitoring employee performanceFormulating and enforcing policies and proceduresIdentifying opportunities for operational improvementNone of the above05Mark the areas where you are willing and able to work: OutdoorsWalkingClimbingBendingLiftingExtreme temperatures: Heat & ColdEarly morningsEveningsWeekendsNone of the above06Mark the following areas where you have experience, knowledge, or training related to maps and legal descriptions: Reading aerial mapsSections and 1⁄4 sectionsGPS equipmentGPS programsDatabase managementMobile devices for data collectionDrone operationNone of the above07How many years of mosquito control experience do you have? No experience1 month to less than 1 year1 year to less than 3 years3 years or more08Mark the following areas where you have experience or training: Collection of arthropodsSorting of collected arthropodsVector organisms and associated pathogensIdentification of mosquito species in adult stagesIdentification of mosquito species in larval stagesIdentification of flies and other associated vectorsRecord-keeping of collection and identification dataStatistical analysisBiological control methods and application rates for mosquito vectorsChemical control methods and application rates for mosquito vectorsPhysical control methods and application rates for mosquito vectorsGround application of pesticides to control mosquito vectorsOperation and maintenance of all-terrain vehiclesCalibration, maintenance, and repair of spraying, fogging, trapping, and other vector control equipmentOperation and maintenance of vector collection equipmentNone of the above09Do you possess a Higher Education degree in a natural science? YesNo10Which best describes your highest level of completed education? Some high schoolHigh school diploma or GEDSome collegeAssociate's degreeBachelor's degreeMaster's degreeDoctoral degree11Mark the certifications or licensures that you currently possess: North Dakota Commercial/Public Pesticide Applicator CertificationNorth Dakota Private Pesticide Applicator CertificationNorth Dakota Aerial Applicator LicenseFAA Part 107 sUAS CertificationNone of the above12Do you have a valid North Dakota driver's license OR equivalent (from anther State)? YesNoRequired Question