***This is a Grant-Funded position with an anticipated end date of September 30, 2024***
If you’re looking to be a part of a collaborative environment where your skills can make an impact, explore our current opportunities in creating a better future for public health.
About Harris County Public Health:
Harris County Public Health (HCPH) includes a network of more than 1,100 public health professionals working together to improve health outcomes for the third most populous county in the United States. HCPH provides a multitude of services such as medical and dental services, community programming, and health education for the approximately 2.3 million people in unincorporated Harris County. Through its core values of innovation, engagement, and health equity, HCPH strives to bring meaningful solutions to public health issues while keeping Harris County healthy and vibrant.
Position Overview:
The Field technician's duties are to assist the Sequencing lead and technician with the maintenance of equipment and devices in the field and collection of specimens for testing. The Field technician will work closely with the Sequencing Technician on deploying Premonition smart traps around Harris County and will be tasked with monitoring and repairing these devices as needed. This position works under the direct supervision of the AMCAR Entomologist.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Assists in the deployment of the Microsoft Premonition smart traps.
Monitors the status of equipment and consumables associated with the Microsoft Premonition smart trap.
Collects wild populations of mosquitoes and other biological samples for testing purposes.
Identify potential field sites for trap deployment as part of the expansion of this study.
Maintains and submits all reports required for activities including annual, weekly, and grant reports.
Conducts maintenance and repairs of trapping equipment deployed in the field.
Provides statistical support to Mosquito and Vector Control Division as needed.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Education & Experience:
Licensure:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Basic word processing and data entry.
Knowledge of biology and habitats.
Knowledge of integrated pest management.
Knowledge of the Microsoft Premonition smart traps, including their deployment, operation, and maintenance.
Ability to prepare and submit detailed reports, including annual, weekly, and grant reports.
Ability to work effectively with other team members and divisions, including providing statistical support and coordinating field efforts.
Ability to read a map and navigate around Harris County.
Core Competencies:
Organizational Leadership
Understands the organizational mission
Understands ethics and public good; is concerned with public trust
Demonstrates respect for the opinions and beliefs of others
Collaboration
Contributes to an inclusive workplace where equity, diversity, inclusion, and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission
Demonstrates a sense of responsibility for the success of the group
Collaborates with others to improve quality and address needs
Innovation
Interpersonal Abilities/Personal Characteristics
Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect
Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner
Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses
Uses sound judgment
Self-motivated
Organizes and maintains work environment to allow for maximum productivity
Communication
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Full Time | Grant Funded position.
Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Up to 40 hrs. per week.
Other days and hours as necessary.
Work Environment:
Physical Demands:
Comfortable working outdoors, lifting, bending, stooping, walking up inclines.
Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
Must be in good physical health; able to tolerate high heat and high humidity for extended periods of time while working in a variety of habitats including spoils site, ship channel location, asphalt, concrete, dirt streets, etc.
Work Location:
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.