Definition
Typical Work
Supervises temporary and intermittent employees;
Schedules and coordinates field survey activities or laboratory processes;
Under supervision, conducts mapping, survey and eradication activities statewide;
Identifies supply and equipment needs for assigned activities;
Plans mapping procedures, data handling, and provides assigned budget estimates;
Participates in field and laboratory identification of invasive or pest species;
Cooperates with other state agencies and the Attorney General’s office to ensure project compliance with applicable laws and regulations;
Assists in planning and maintenance activities for nursery plots, foundation seed and scion blocks and index blocks;
Collects samples for diagnostic lab tests;
Ensures compliance with state and federal quarantines by carrying out inspections;
Writes assigned reports;
Identifies, collects, releases, and monitors biological control agents and maintains biocontrol rearing facilities;
Legal Requirement(s)
Desirable Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree involving major study in a biological science or closely allied field
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Class Specification History
New class code: (formerly 44770) effective July 1, 2007