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12/18/2024

Student Environmental Worker - Vector Control Program     

Cuyahoga County Board of Health

4 POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Position:  Student Environmental Worker - Vector Control Program                      

Rate: $15.00/hour, 37.5 hours/week

Reports to:  Program Supervisor

Positions to be filled:  5/19/25 or 6/2/25 (12-week assignment)                            

Hours: Mon.– Fri., 8:30am to 4:30pm                                                                                                             

Vaccine Policy: All new hires will need to meet COVID and Influenza vaccine requirements or request an exemption and submit a TB Baseline as outlined in the CCBH Vaccination Policy. Direct service employees will need to meet Hepatitis-B vaccine requirements or request an exemption as outlined in the CCBH Vaccination Policy.

Minimum Requirements:

• Active major in biological sciences or other related discipline.
• Active, full-time enrollment at an accredited college/university with at least a 2.5 G.P.A.
• Valid State of Ohio driver's license and insurance at the time of appointment.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of fundamental software (i.e., Microsoft Office), email, and use of other basic office equipment.
• Good customer service, verbal and written communication skills. Good interpersonal relationship skills including cultural sensitivity & competence.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Interest in public health.
• Ability to serve as a member of a team.

Responsibilities:

Will include but NOT limited to:

1. Apply mosquito larvicides with various types of equipment to control mosquito populations as necessary at various field sites and in response to residential complaints (using CCBH vehicle).
2. Prepare and maintain equipment and vehicles for daily operation.
3. Maintain accurate records of mosquito larvicide application and daily work activities.
4. Collect, sort and maintain accurate records on mosquito collections for data input.
5. Communicate effectively with the community to educate citizens on program goals, disease control and appropriate mosquito control activities.
6. Represents the Board of Health in a professional manner when dealing with community officials and the general public.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

NOTE: 

Student workers are employed by CCBH for a 12-week session (5/19/24 – 8/08/25 or 6/2/25 – 8/22/25).  Student workers planning vacations during this period should consult with CCBH when applying.

Performance of duties requires exertion of frequent physical effort including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, repetitive motions, and feeling. Frequently involves ability to handle objects and materials of moderate weight (up to 50 pounds).

Performance of primary duties requires frequent exposure to adverse environmental conditions including extreme temperatures, moisture, and other adverse atmospheric conditions.

Please complete the online application on our website, www.ccbh.net/jobs

Please upload your resume to your application.

Deadline to Apply: OPEN UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED

Employees hired for a position that is funded in whole or in part by a designated funding source may be

laid off when the funding source is reduced or eliminated.

THIS AGENCY IS AN EQUAL PROVIDER OF SERVICES AND AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER CIVIL RIGHTS ACT 1964

THIS EMPLOYER PARTICIPATES IN E-VERIFY

All employees hired for a position must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future.

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