Public Health Entomologist - Part Time - 20014929

About Us: 

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans.  Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish. 

The goal of the Bureau of Infectious Diseases (BID) is to prevent and control the spread of infectious diseases (e.g., foodborne outbreaks, general infectious diseases, healthcare-associated infections, influenza, meningitis, tuberculosis, vaccine-preventable diseases, waterborne outbreaks, zoonotic diseases and vector-borne diseases).

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What You'll Do:

The Bureau of Infectious Diseases is seeking a part-time Public Health Entomologist to join the Zoonotic Disease Program. This position will independently conduct field & laboratory investigations related to arthropod-borne & zoonotic disease or related to arthropods, which are agents of disease or injury. This position will also evaluate the effectiveness of control measures on vector populations. Additional job duties may include: 

• Gather & analyze data on the efficacy of pesticides applied experimentally or in routine practice & makes recommendations from the results.
• Maintain data on distribution, biology & public health importance of arthropods in Ohio.
• Receive & identify specimens submitted by local health departments, medical facilities & the general public.
• Perform pooling, serum separation & tissue extraction of disease surveillance specimens & suspect disease vector pest species for microbiological testing.
• Respond to questions from local health agencies, medical personnel & general public.
• Design & create educational materials (e.g., informative fliers, training manuals, reports) concerned with arthropod-borne diseases & their vectors & other arthropods of public health importance.

Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 12:00pm. This is an hourly position, with a pay range of 32 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule.

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At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Position Qualifications

Completion of graduate core program in biological sciences (e.g., entomology; biochemistry; microbiology; molecular genetics; plant biology; biology; zoology; ecology) to include coursework in entomology, insect physiology & structure & laboratory procedures. 

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Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. 

Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:

• Completion of a graduate or advanced degree in entomology

• Experience conducting entomological field and laboratory investigations 

• Experience collecting and/or identifying mosquitoes or ticks 

• Experience working with arthropods, surveillance & control equipment, and chemicals

• Experience analyzing data and preparing scientific or technical reports

• Experience communicating with general public and government agencies (e.g., training, presentations, outreach)

• Experience with public health surveillance programs and interagency coordination

• Experience responding to public health emergencies or threats

• Experience developing educational materials (e.g., manuals, brochures, training resources)

• Education or experience in biosafety procedures and laboratory safety practices

• Experience with specialized entomological lab equipment and insectary maintenance

Educational Transcript Requirements 
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration. 
Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.

Job Skills: Public Health

Technical Skills: Laboratory, Basic Documentation, Public Relations

Professional Skills: Analyzation, Consultation, Interpreting Data, Written Communication

Supplemental Information

All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application.

Application Procedures:

All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application using the TALEO System.  Paper applications will not be considered.  Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications.  Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties above.  An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.

Status of Posted Position:

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Background Check Information:

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
 

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Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

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The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.