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Hourly Mosquito Identification Specialist

We are Accepting Applications for the Following Position:

Hourly Mosquito Identification Specialist (10513)

Founded in the 1920s and headquartered in Decatur, GA, DeKalb Public Health (DKPH) works to protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of all DeKalb County residents. 

Our vision is for a healthier DeKalb where all residents have equitable access to public health resources and live healthy lives. If you have a passion for people and are looking to make an impact on the health of the community, we invite you to join our team! For more information about our agency please visit dekalbpublichealth.com.

LOCATION: Richardson Health Center

DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Environmental Health

SALARY INFORMATION: $22.00 Hourly / Pay Grade TPW / Job Code RCT042


Requirements

Under broad supervision, assists the Vector Control Supervisor with mosquito surveillance and response activities for vector borne diseases. Primary duties will involve identifying adult mosquitoes to genus and species with the use of dichotomous keys, recording weekly surveillance data, and providing the results to the Vector Control Supervisor for use in directing control activities. Aids with establishing surveillance locations throughout DeKalb County, setting traps, collecting mosquitoes, and supporting education programs with localized control efforts.

Qualifications

Vocational/Technical degree in agriculture, horticulture, environmental science, pest control, entomology or a closely related field from an accredited college AND Two years of experience in a directly related area

OR
Two years of college which included 12 semester hours or 20 quarter hours in chemistry or life sciences AND Two years of experience in a directly related area
OR
Two years of experience required at the lower-level Agriculture Inspector 2 (RCT041) or position equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to applicants with previous experience using dichotomous keys for the identification of insects andor those that have completed a mosquito training course.

NOTE:  Thank you for your interest in DKPH. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide application status by phone or email. All qualified candidates will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. 

Selected applicants will be contacted for next steps. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. We have the right to close any position at any time for any reason. 

Employment with DeKalb Public Health is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.


ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION & COMPLETE APPLICATION IN: ”Career Opportunities” at Job Opportunities | Locations: dekalb county | Sorted by Posting Date descending | JOB OPPORTUNITIES (governmentjobs.com)If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: jannise.gray1@dph.ga.gov. 

DEKALB PUBLIC HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.


Date Posted
03/13/2026
Job Reference
2025-10160
Organization
District 3-5 County Position
Location
DeKalb County, GA
Category
Allied Health
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