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REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
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The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Natural Resources Specialist, Senior.
**Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered**
THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
This position involves technical and field work coupled with customer service in conducting Mosquito Control operations in accordance with Federal, State and local regulations and policies to protect the health and welfare of the Public.
The Natural Resource Specialist Senior performs advanced professional and supervisory mosquito control work which involves technical, and field work coupled with customer service in conducting Mosquito Control operations in accordance with Federal, State and local regulations and policies to protect the health and welfare of the Public.
The Natural Resource Specialist Senior has the following responsibilities including but not limited to: scheduling site inspections and determining the most appropriate adulticide and/or larvicide treatments based on surveillance and data analysis; conducting mosquito control outreach, conducting field and laboratory evaluation of existing and new mosquito control products and practices, following standard mosquito control and scientific practices and techniques, and operations utilizing independent judgment; performing equipment calibration; managing assigned mosquito control projects, developing, interpreting and implementing program procedures and policies in accordance and compliance with Federal, State, and County policies, regulations, and ordinances; advising Mosquito Control staff and Division management regarding inquiries, problems/complaints, investigations and resolutions as necessary; traveling as necessary, to site locations to investigate citizen requests, suspected mosquito-borne disease cases, and identify localized mosquito problems; maintaining a record of operations and information necessary to meet the requests of the Public and State.
The ideal candidate must have experience and knowledge of the principles, practices, theories and regulations related to Mosquito Control and pesticides, as well as the means, methods and techniques of mosquito surveillance including mosquito identification, data management and analysis, and creating standard operating procedures. In addition, the candidate must have experience in conducting evaluation of mosquito insecticides and other aspects of integrated mosquito management. The ideal candidate must: have the ability to read and interpret scientific reports, studies, and recommendations and apply them to the County operation; have the ability to analyze, advise, assist and solve citizen/customer problems or concerns; be able to communicate effectively in written and oral formats; be able to work in the field under all types of conditions; be able to work extended hours during peak season, mosquito outbreaks, and emergencies. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed. The candidate must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class "E" Driver's License for duration of appointment.
General Description
Performs advanced professional and supervisory environmental work administering the provisions of environmental ordinances as well as managing natural resource enhancement and protection efforts.
Works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in environmental science, biology, ecology, natural resources management or closely related field.
Requires two (2) years in natural resource protection appropriate to area of assignment including one (1) year of lead work/supervisory experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses Required
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E driver's license for duration of appointment. (Depending upon area of assignment.)
Preferences
- Master's Degree or higher in Entomology, Biology, Chemistry, Geology, or Environmental Science, or closely related field.
- FDACS Public Health Pest Control License
- State of Florida Class A or B Commercial Driver's License.
- Board Certified Entomologist (BCE) Certification, Public Health Entomology Certification
- GIS Certification
- Training/certification in mosquito biology and control techniques.
- Two (2) years' experience with using larvicide equipment and turbine sprayer (i.e., calibration of equipment, measuring/mixing, loading and testing of biological larvicide materials such as Vectobac or similar products).
- Two (2) years' experience with Surveillance and Testing activities (i.e., setting up traps, mosquito identification, insecticide resistance testing, dip sampling, data collection and analysis).
- Two (2) years' experience using GIS applications.
- Two (2) years of experience in mosquito/insect biology and control techniques; or two (2) years of vector control project management.
- Two (2) years of experience with developing training programs and/or outreach presentations.
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Provides supervision, scheduling, training, and directs subordinates in monitoring and enforcing policies and procedures involving environmental protection laws and regulations; participates in policy making decisions at middle and upper management levels.
Supervises field evaluations and makes recommendations on environmental aspects of resource management; prepares restoration and management plans; supervises the review of environmental license applications and evaluates complex project proposals for consistency with federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations.
Manages contract performance to ensure that terms of inter-local, interagency, and other contractual agreements are met, including timelines, reporting, and invoicing.
Provides outreach and responds to inquiries from public and government staff; supervises investigations of complaints involving non-compliance with environmental rules, issues notices of violation, and prepares correspondence dealing with enforcement of environmental rules and ordinances.
Supervises and participates in the development, analysis and review of environmental technical and scientific studies and designs prepared by professional consultants; prepares recommendations for the consideration of professional and administrative superiors and committees; designs and participates in the design of environmental mitigation projects.
Supervises and participates in the activities of environmental engineers, scientists, inspectors and technicians in the investigation and evaluation of environmental impact incidents and environmental mitigation and enhancement projects; prepares and reviews specifications for environmental project contracts and agreements.
Develops manuals, guidelines and procedures for implementing environmental resource programs; assists in writing, amending, and updating County environmental rules and regulations.
Prepares reports and participates in hearings concerning violations of federal, state, or local laws or ordinances.
Tracks the progress of environmental protection and restoration efforts and works with contractors.
Prepares grant request proposals; prepares technical and statistical reports; makes presentations to schools, civic groups, chambers of commerce, and other business and civic associations to publicize the environmental programs and ordinances; prepares informational and educational materials and programs relating to environmental resources; develops and implements management practices.
Directs and coordinates the training and instruction of subordinates in the gathering, evaluation and interpretation of hydrological, terrestrial, chemical and/or marine physical and biological data; enters and tracks vacation/sick schedule for subordinates and keeps track of vacation/holiday/sick schedule on daily basis. Prepares performance reviews for subordinates.
Reviews beach erosion control projects to ensure appropriate enhancement and protective environmental considerations; reviews water resource and habitat restoration plans for County impact; interprets laboratory and geotechnical data related to permits, compliance inspections, or enforcement actions; supervises and participates in the review of operating, transfer and closure permits for compliance to federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Coordinates programs with other County municipalities and agencies.
Performs related work as assigned.
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WORK ENVIRONMENT
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Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of mechanical or electronic office equipment or tools within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Involves routine and frequent exposure to radiation; disease/pathogens.
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SPECIAL INFORMATION
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Competencies
Anticipates and adopts innovations in business-building digital and technology applications. Successfully leverages the latest technologies to increase performance. Quickly embraces and masters new technological advances adopted by the organization. May help others learn the terminology.
Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.
Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Swiftly internalizes coaching on routine issues; handles issues confidently after instruction. Leverages rules and procedures to speed up decision making. Confidently and quickly draws on others' expertise.
Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Tackles what needs to be done with enthusiasm, working quickly and without undue oversight.
Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Pays close attention to a variety of metrics and benchmarks; determines both major and subtle ways to optimize processes. Swiftly resolves process breakdowns; takes steps to ensure that problems do not recur.
Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Tracks performance and strives to remain effective, learning from both successes and failures. Readily takes on challenges or difficult tasks and has reputation for delivering on commitments.
Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Listens attentively and takes an interest. Keeps others well informed; conveys information clearly, concisely, and professionally when speaking or writing.
County Core Values
All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.
- Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
- Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
- Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management Responsibilities
Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee Responsibilities
All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
Broward County, Florida
$65,401.26 - $104,381.37 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
Mar 01, 2025