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REGION: Northeast Missouri (Putman, Schuyler, Scotland, Clark, Lewis, Knox, Adair, Macon)
Applicants must reside in one of the above counties
PAY RATE: $15.00 PER HOUR/ State Vehicle Provided
DURATION and HOURS: Approx. May 13 - August 21, 2023; 40 hours/week.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Successful applicants for these positions will participate in the annual Missouri Cooperative Spongy Moth Survey for detecting the presence of this invasive species, a serious pest of oaks. The employee will be assigned a survey area (usually 3-5 counties) and will be responsible for assembly, placement, monitoring and collection of about 500 traps in their assigned area. The employee will be responsible for navigating to and recording the location of trap locations using GPS units, grid maps and data sheets. The employee will be required to follow the required survey time frames and comply with established reporting requirements. The employee is responsible for the return of all department issued equipment and materials.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be a high school graduate and must have valid driver’s license with good driving record.Due to the critical nature of survey timing, applicants must be available for the entire trapping period. Applicants must be able to travel in isolated areas on their own and work outside in Missouri summer weather conditions. Applicants will need to be able to identify potential Spongy moths after instruction. Must be able to communicate with the public about the survey and represent the Missouri Department of Agriculture in a professional manner. Applicants must be able to use maps and GPS units (with training) to navigate to and maintain proper records of trap locations. Applicants must be able to change a flat tire and follow maintenance schedules on assigned vehicle.
For questions regarding this position, contact Human Resources at: hr@mda.mo.gov
The Missouri Dept. of Agriculture is an Equal Opportunity Employer
M-F-V-D-AA-EOE
Full Time
Public Administration
$38k-55k (estimate)
05/25/2023
06/10/2024
mo.gov
JEFFERSON CITY, MO
>50,000
Private
MIKE PARSON
$10B - $50B
Public Administration