Mosquito Control Entomologist
Charleston County Government Charleston, South Carolina, United States
- Location: Charleston, South Carolina, United States
- Categories: Public Works
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Dec 12, 2025
Job Description:
Mosquito Control Entomologist
Description
DescriptionCharleston County Public Works Department is looking for a highly motivated, qualified individual to join our team! We offer competitive salary, great benefits package, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and paid maternity and parental leave. Working for Charleston County allows you to achieve the work life balance you have been looking for!
The successful candidate for this position will conduct office and field assignments to protect the health, safety, and well-being of the citizens of the County. We provide comprehensive services for the entire County (1,353 square miles) using several diverse methods including aerial and ground surveillance and abatement via helicopter and truck mounted spray vehicles, as well as public education and awareness.
HIRING RANGE: $50,440 - $62,296 (Estimated Annual Salary)
OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY
Duties and Responsibilities
DUTIES INCLUDE (but are not limited to):
•Collection, classification, and testing of larvae and adult mosquitoes.
•Perform RT-PCR disease testing.
•Rear mosquitoes for use in pesticide efficacy trials.
•Perform spray droplet determination for ground and helicopter mounted spray units.
•Maintain larva samples for product efficiency and identification.
•Perform field inspections when needed.
•Enter all collection data into Mosquito Control software.
•Coordinate response to incidents of disease with SCDPH.
•Set and collect mosquito traps.
•Participate in UAS insecticide application missions.
•Assist with the calibration of spray machines.
•Attend CPAC meetings.
•Review and develop comments on BCM and CORP wetland permits.
•Perform insecticide resistance testing.
•Coordinate activities for Mosquito Control Awareness Week.
•Participate in news interviews.
•Coordinate public education efforts. (schools, community organizations, etc.)
•Develop annual report of all Division activities.
•Perform other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification
•May be designated to report to work during hazardous weather or emergency conditions
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Biology or Public Health related field required, supplemented with one or more years of Mosquito Control or related activities. This position requires Category 8 (Public Health) within 6 months and Category 11 (Aerial) Pesticide Applicators Licenses and FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate within one year of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of County, State and Federal regulations, and OSHA standards for Mosquito Control functions. Must have skill in use of microscope in correctly identifying various types of mosquitoes. Ability to recognize potential safety hazards; train employees and enforce safety standards; read and comprehend scientific reports; and compose correspondence and reports. Must have valid driver’s license with the ability to obtain a South Carolina license upon acceptance of the position is required.
Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Optional Life and Disability Insurance
- Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
- Annual and Sick Leave
- Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
- South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
- Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
- Optional Deferred Compensation Program
- Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
- Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Well-being Program