Supervisor Iii- Mosquito Control

(NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.)

• Determines the type of equipment, materials, and personnel to be used for projects and estimates the length of time it will take to complete the project.
• Assigns and supervises nighttime truck operations for treatment of adult mosquitoes and schedules these operations using approved processes for licensed and unlicensed staff.
• Controls the storage and issuance of major items of materials and equipment as assigned.
• Assists helicopter pilots with support and inspection/survey of areas, including salt marsh. (Note: May clear landing sites for helicopters.)
• Reads/interprets blueprints, schematics, and plans and evaluates the impact on mosquito production for construction projects.
• Ensures adherence of staff to SS Chapter 388 and FAC 5E-13; and documentation of the same.
• Assigned shift work, including nighttime operations during peak mosquito season.
• Gives instructions and advice on difficult problems including customer service issues.
• Performs and supervises maintenance and operation of motorized boats, small equipment like chainsaws, ultra-low volume (ULV) spray equipment and other types of specialized equipment or vehicles.
• Submits requisitions for equipment and materials.
• Arranges for machinery and personnel to access property when necessary and explains the nature of work being performed.
• Must adhere to Federal, State, County and Local ordinances
• Responsible for the work of crew(s), including skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled employees, engaged in mosquito abatement, vegetation management, customer service, inspection and evaluation of other projects.
• Performs and supervises functions such as; clearing paths to access sites.
• Prepares bi-weekly work schedules and participates in weekly scheduling meetings.
• Assists Activity Project Manager in overall management of activity/section of responsibility.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Performs job site quality assurance inspections and monitors efficacy of treatments.
• Coordinates training of employees on all types of equipment.
• May be assigned to other county locations based upon operational needs.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Evaluates personnel on job sites, including their use of specialized equipment.
• Implements and enforces safety procedures on the job or worksite.
• Responds to and coordinates complaints or requests from the public, organizations, or other governmental agencies.
• Applies EPA approved pesticides safely and in accordance with product label instructions.
• Evaluates employees overall work performance and counsels on improvement.
• Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.
• Instructs and evaluates subordinate employees in proper work methods and practices.
• Oversees quality of data and accuracy of records in Lucity, other software programs, and FDACS documentation.
• Determines crew size, types of workers needed, and makes crew assignments.
• Participates and supervises personnel engaged in maintenance activities; mosquito control operations; drainage and maintenance.
• Makes job site inspections prior to scheduling work to ascertain working conditions and labor, materials, and equipment needs.
• Works with supervisor on cost estimate of materials and procures materials for project.

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED and five (5) years experience supervising, coordinating, and scheduling employees engaged in construction, maintenance, and repair of public works, mosquito control, grounds maintenance, facilities maintenance or airport activities; or similar type work.
A Florida CDL may be required within six (6) months of appointment depending upon the division of assignment. CDL level will be determined by appointing director.

Must obtain within six (6) months of appointment the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FLDACS) and maintain thereafter:
1. Core Exam
2. Public Health Pest Control (category exam)
A comparable amount of education, training, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

• Ability to meet and speak effectively with the general public, and to train direct reports and other personnel.
• Ability to plan, develop and implement outreach and educational programs pertaining to the local environment, integrated mosquito management, and mosquito-borne virus and disease, and create educational materials, displays, and signage.
• Ability to interact effectively with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and effectively carry out written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs.
• Ability to make presentations at public meetings, schools, and professional meetings.
• Ability to supervise subordinate personnel, students, volunteers, etc.
• Skilled in planning, scheduling, and overseeing day and nighttime mosquito control operations and staff.
• Ability to lead virus response, assess the situation, plan and schedule resources to appropriately respond to and coordinate with the Department of Health.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions.
• Ability to keep records and prepare reports.
• Ability to work in the field under harsh conditions including but not limited to extreme heat, rain and flooding conditions.
• Ability to analyze current working practices and make recommendations to improve them.
• Ability to understand and follow the County Merit System Rules and Regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and familiarity with all Federal, State and local laws associated with mosquito control including, but not limited to, Chapter 388, F.S.
• Ability to fly as a passenger in a helicopter.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mosquito control strategies, including source reduction, stormwater/drainage, control formulations and application, aerial operations, and mosquito habitats and species.
• Knowledge of effective supervisory practices and techniques and personnel management.
• Skilled in coordinating surveillance and treatment of tidal wetlands and other mosquito production sites.
• Ability to plan, schedule, and supervise equipment and personnel.
• Ability to participate in surveillance activities including deployment of traps and identification of collections.
• Skilled in research, design, and operational field trials for mosquito control.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the practices and implementation of Integrated Mosquito Management, mosquito biology, control, and surveillance methods.
• Ability to read working diagrams, schedules, and simple blueprints.
• Ability to work around insecticides and herbicides, and calibrate application equipment.
• Ability to coordinate multiple work crews.