Resource Management Agency Technician I - Environmental Health (Extra Help-Summer Vector Program)



Job Details

Resource Management Agency Technician I - Environmental Health (Extra Help-Summer Vector Program)
Employer

Ventura County

Salary

$20.31 - $28.36 Hourly

Location

Ventura and Moorpark and may require travel throughout Ventura County, FL

Job Type

Extra Help

Job Number

1102RMA-18AA (NF)

Department

Resource Management Agency

Opening Date

05/15/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Bargaining Unit

SEIU

Description

Under immediate supervision, performs work leading to the acquisition of a thorough knowledge of applicable codes, laws, regulations, practices, ordinances and policies in the Environmental Health Division of the Resource Management Agency.
 
The list established from this recruitment will be used to fill seasonal (June - October) extra help needs for the Vector Control Program.  We anticipate that incumbents will work full time from June through September, and part-time again in October, at which time the extra help need is anticipated to end.
 
Work is performed in both the field and office environments and may require occasional exposure to hazardous conditions and moderate physical demands while making inspections.
 
The ideal candidate will have college course work in Biology or related science and be willing to work outdoors in a variety of environmental settings (heat, rain, fog, etc.).  Also, must have effective communication skills to inform and educate the public on environmental health program information.  The candidate will have the ability to carry equipment weighting up to 40 lbs. and walk on uneven and wet ground.
 
Incumbents may be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill.
 
DEPARTMENT/AGENCY:  Resource Management Agency, Environmental Health Division, Technical Services, Vector Section.
 
This recruitment is for extra help employment only.  Incumbents are not eligible for benefits.
 
This posting is for the Ventura County Resource Management Agency; vacancy location is Ventura and Moorpark and may require travel throughout Ventura County.

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: 

  • Perform vector control field operations throughout the county that includes identification of mosquito breeding sources; identify stages of mosquito life cycle; determine appropriate type and application rate for pesticide.
  • Respond to public complaints and conduct investigations concerning potential mosquito breeding sources.
  • Input mosquito monitoring and control data to vector control program database.  Data includes mosquito sources inspected, level of mosquito breeding activity, and amount and types of pesticides applied.
  • Provide information and educate the public and clients about monitoring and control activities, applicable laws, ordinances, regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Conduct mosquito monitoring and control activities while carrying equipment weighing up to 40 pounds while working in a variety of weather conditions and in all types of terrain.
  • Collect samples of adult mosquitoes and other indicator organisms to determine the effectiveness of mosquito control measures and for the presence of mosquito transmitted diseases.
  • Perform mosquito transmitted disease surveillance in assigned areas.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.
 
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:
 
Successful candidates will have some education/experience equivalent to a minimum of one (1) year of college coursework in biology, chemistry, microbiology, zoology, environmental health, or a closely related field, OR six months job experience which would provide similar knowledge.
 
Applicants not indicating a willingness to accept extra-help employment will be screened out from further consideration.
 
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: 

  • Applicants must possess at the time of appointment, and maintain thereafter a valid California driver license.
  • Will be required to carry equipment weighing up to 40 lbs. 
DESIRED: 
  • Work experience relating to mosquito abatement and insect control.
  • Knowledge of various Environmental Health programs offered by the Resource Management Agency.

Recruitment Process

FINAL FILING DATE:  This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time once sufficient qualified applications are received to meet business needs.  First review of applications is anticipated to occur on or around May 25, 2018.  Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later that 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
 
To apply on-line, please refer to our web site at www.ventura.org/jobs.  If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 654-5129 for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura, Human Resources, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009.
 
Sufficient information must be provided under the Education/Work experience portion of the application and supplemental questionnaire, if applicable, to thoroughly and accurately demonstrate your qualifications in order to determine eligibility.  A resume may be attached to supplement your responses in the above sections; however, it may not be substituted in lieu of the application.
 
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE - qualifying:  All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this exam AT THE TIME OF FILING.  The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the exam process to assist in determining qualifications for the position.  Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire will result in removal of the application from consideration.
 
APPLICATION EVALUATION - qualifying:  All applications will be reviewed to determine whether the stated requirements are met.  Applicants meeting the stated requirements will be invited to continue to the next step in the examination process.
 
WRITTEN EXAMINATION - 100%:  A job-related written examination will be conducted to evaluate and compare participating candidates' knowledge of skills, and abilities in relation to those factors which job analysis has determined to be essential for successful performance of the job.  Examinees must earn a score of seventy percent (70%) or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list.
 
The written examination is tentatively scheduled for June 6, 2018.  A verification notice will be sent confirming examination date, time and location details.
 
Candidates successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for up to a period of one (1) year.  The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill present and future extra-help vacancies.  There are currently three (3) vacancies.
 
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION:  A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record may be required for this position.
 
For further information about this recruitment, please contact Liz Sandoval by e-mail at liz.sandoval@ventura.org or telephone at (805) 654-2482.

YOUR BENEFITS AS A COUNTY OF VENTURA EMPLOYEE
Service Employees International Union (LOCAL 721)
(SEIU)
 
In addition to your annual salary, the County of Ventura offers you an extensive benefits package, including:
 
FLEXIBLE BENEFIT PROGRAM: Employees can allocate the County's non-taxable biweekly contribution among several benefit options. Employees regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more biweekly receive a Credit Allowance of $397.00. Employees regularly scheduled to work 40–59 hours biweekly receive a Credit Allowance of $278.00.
 
     Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans for you and your dependents. Current premium amounts can be found on the Benefits website (http://ceo.countyofventura.org/benefits).
 
     Flexible Spending Accounts which increase your spending power by reimbursing you with pre-taxed dollars for IRS approved dependent care and health care expenses.
 
     Pre-tax Salary Reduction available if the costs for the benefit options you select exceed the County's contribution. This saves you taxes by lowering your taxable income.
 
     Cash added to your biweekly taxable pay, depending on the selection you have made.
 
Employees in Optimum Census Staffing positions receive medical coverage under the Ventura County Health Care Plan, and earn limited benefits such as vacation and sick leave.
 
EMPLOYEE HEALTH SERVICES CLINIC: Available to you for treatment of minor illness or injury.
 
10 PAID HOLIDAYS: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and one 8-hour floating holiday. Holiday time is pro-rated for permanent part-time employees.
 
PAID VACATION: 14 days earned each year, increasing in increments after 5 years of service to 24 days per year after 15 years of service. You may accumulate up to 400 hours. You may redeem a portion of the accrual annually, after 10 years of service. You will be paid the value of your accrued credits upon retirement or termination. Earned vacation hours are pro-rated for permanent part-time employees.
 
PAID SICK LEAVE: 80.08 hours earned per year. You may accrue up to 800 hours and will be reimbursed annually for 25% of the number of hours over the maximum. A cash payment of 25% of unused hours will be made if you retire or terminate with more than 10 years of service. Earned sick leave hours are pro-rated for permanent part-time employees.
 
MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT: You receive mileage reimbursement at the standard rate established by the Internal Revenue Service for each mile driven on County business.
 
UNIFORM PROVIDED: The County will provide uniforms or uniform allowance when required.
 
TEXTBOOK AND TUITION: When courses have been satisfactorily completed, the County will reimburse you to a maximum of $900 per fiscal year for tuition and books for off-duty, job-related courses. Other maximums apply to Exempt employees, Nursing Care Coordinators, and Clinical Coordinators. This benefit is prorated for part-time employees.
 
EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE: The County may provide up to a 5% incentive pay for educational attainment if not specifically required by your job. You may only receive one form of incentive pay or premium pay and will receive that which provides the greatest incentive.
 
DEFERRED COMPENSATION PROGRAM: You may choose to contribute to one or both of the County's deferred compensation plans (established under Internal Revenue Code Sections 401(k) and 457). If you participate in the County sponsored 401(k) plan, the County will match a part of your contribution up to 1.75% of your salary, on a pay period basis. You must be regularly scheduled to work at least 40 hours each pay period to be eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan. These plans enable you to build long-term savings while deferring current federal and state income taxes. In addition to pre-tax contributions, you are also able to make after-tax contributions through the Roth option available in the 457 plan.
 
RETIREMENT/SOCIAL SECURITY: Both the County and you contribute to the County's Retirement Plan and Social Security. The County picks up part of your retirement and Social Security contribution. Benefits vest after 5 years. Compensation for retirement purposes includes all cash compensation excluding overtime, plus Flexible Benefits contribution and retirement contribution pick up. Employees hired to work less than 64 hours biweekly participate in a Safe Harbor retirement plan in lieu of VCERA and Social Security.
 
STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE (SDI):   This program provides weekly benefits in the event of short term disability. Premiums are automatically deducted from your pay.
 
OPTIONAL WAGE SUPPLEMENT PLAN: You may purchase short-term disability coverage in weekly benefit amounts of $45 or $80. You must be regularly scheduled to work 40 hours or more each pay period to participate, and must enroll within 90 days of employment).
 
DEATH BENEFIT: Your department will provide a $1,000 death benefit payable to your designated beneficiary in the event of your death if you are enrolled in the Flexible Benefits Program.
 
OPTIONAL GROUP LIFE INSURANCE: If you are a regular County employee with a regular work schedule of at least 40 hours per pay period you may purchase term life insurance coverage for either $10,000 or one times your annual base salary, without evidence of insurability, if you enroll within your first 90 days of eligibility. You may also be eligible to purchase term life insurance at group rates for two or three times your annual salary, subject to evidence of insurability. Dependents life insurance is also available for employees who purchase optional life insurance coverage.
 
OTHER BENEFITS: The County also offers an Employee Assistance Program, a Wellness Program, and a Work/Family Program which includes child care and elder care referrals.
 
This Summary is informational only, and cannot modify or affect your benefits in any way, nor shall you accrue any rights because of a statement or omission from this Summary. Please note that Optimum Census Employees and Per Diem Pool employees are only eligible for limited benefits. Please refer to Plan Brochures and Memorandum of Agreement for details.

Links to SEIU Memorandum of Agreement 2016-2019  Professional Classifications

Union Codes: UPA, UPC, UPE, UPH, UPI, UPJ, UPT, UWS

01
The work schedule for these positions is Extra Help (no benefits) in the Vector Control Program. The approximate time period of the work schedule is from June to October, Monday through Friday. Are you available to work this assigned schedule? _______ Yes _______ No
  • Yes
  • No
02
List any work experience related to mosquito abatement, insect control, and/or handling pesticides. (Include the name of the company, your role and responsibilities, and the names of pesticides you used.)
03
List any college courses you have completed related to this position (biology, chemistry, microbiology, zoology, environmental health, etc.).
04
Please list any work experience performed in an outdoors environment with exposure to hazardous conditions and moderate physical demands. (Include the name of the company, your role and responsibilities, and the time frame.)
05
Can you lift and carry 40 lbs.? _______ Yes _______ No
  • Yes
  • No
06
Are you willing and able to drive and work in all areas of Ventura County as needed by the agency? _______ Yes _______ No
  • Yes
  • No
07
I possess or will be able to obtain and maintain a valid California Driver License prior to hire? _______ Yes _______ No
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
Ventura County
Address
800 S. Victoria Avenue
LOC. #1970
Ventura, Florida, 93009
Phone
(805) 654-5129

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