Job Description
Who We Are:
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts' environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.
Who We Are as an Employer:
At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees are vital in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.
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The mission of the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources is to cultivate a robust and equitable agricultural economy, promote a safe and resilient food system, and preserve a healthy environment for Massachusetts farmers, animals, and consumers.
The State Reclamation and Mosquito Control Board oversees mosquito control in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, including 11 regional programs. It establishes administrative and technical policies, guidelines, and best management practices to ensure mosquito control programs are safe and effective.
A cover letter referencing the correct position must be submitted as part of the application process and attached "as relevant" to the requisition.
Job Opening:
The State Reclamation and Mosquito Control Board seeks applicants for a Seasonal Entomologist to perform the following duties:
Responsibilities include:
The Seasonal Entomologist is directly responsible to the Staff Entomologist and shall have the following responsibilities:
- To assist in the operation of an adult mosquito surveillance light trap program under the direction of the Staff Entomologist by:
- Sorting, counting, and identifying mosquitoes collected to genus and species.
- Setting up light surveillance traps in member communities, various towns
- Making weekly collections from traps under established CMMCP guidelines
- Keeping accurate and detailed records of findings in CMMCP and MDPH databases
- Keeping light surveillance traps in working order during the time in use.
- To run a successful surveillance program on mosquito larvae and to keep data on such surveillance under the direction of the Staff Entomologist.
- To maintain all licenses and certifications relevant to this and all subordinate positions.
- To assist in any other office or field tasks and be available to help with the adulticide program as determined by the Staff Entomologist, Director of Operations, or Executive Director.
Salary is $21-23.00 per hour.
Seasonal Entomologists at CMMCP are contracted, seasonal positions whose daily hours or length of service may be modified at the discretion of the Executive Director but are not to exceed 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week except under certain circumstances as determined by the Executive Director.
Qualifications
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.