Entomologist IV - Oahu (Ohhi)
About The Position
State Entomologist are concerned with flies, snails, beetles and other pests (including rodents) of economic and/or medical significance, and with the development, test or application of methods for their propagation or control. Major approaches to problem solving include methods of manipulating the effectiveness of the natural enemy; modifying the environment; changing adverse agricultural practices; introducing predators, parasites, pathogens and other beneficial organisms; devising and adapting abatement practices; applying chemicals; and integrating biological, chemical, cultural and/or other control measures. The Entomologist IV independently performs the analysis, evaluation and solution of complex entomological problems with statewide implications; may supervise lower level entomologist as assigned; and performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Legal Authorization to Work: Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident alien, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the U.S.
- Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in entomology or a closely related field which included at least twelve (12) semester credit hours in entomology coursework.
- Specialized Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the field of entomological research, development, prevention, or control which included field and/or laboratory work.
- Some positions require the ability to lift and carry items of various weights with or without reasonable accommodation.
- A valid driver's license is required for some positions and must be possessed at the time of appointment.
Responsibilities
- Develops, tests, or applies methods for the propagation or control of economically or medically significant pests.
- Manipulates the effectiveness of natural enemies.
- Modifies the environment to control pests.
- Changes adverse agricultural practices.
- Introduces predators, parasites, pathogens, and other beneficial organisms.
- Devises and adapts abatement practices.
- Applies chemicals for pest control.
- Integrates biological, chemical, cultural, and/or other control measures.
- Independently performs analysis, evaluation, and solution of complex entomological problems with statewide implications.
- May supervise lower-level entomologists as assigned.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
