[CANUFNET] Entomology Position with City of Saskatoon

[McLeod, Geoff (IS - Parks)]

The original posting is on
http://www.saskatoon.ca/org/employment_compensation/employment/index.asp
. All applications must be made online

Entomologist

Posting: 77(59)
Department: Infrastructure Services Department

Branch: Parks Branch
(New Position - Under Review)

The City of Saskatoon is an Employment Equity employer.

Duties
1. Develops and maintains a computerized data management system for pest
control activities and related programs.
2. Conducts investigative studies using approved scientific
methodologies, demonstrating skill and judgement in the use of
laboratory and/or field equipment and instrumentation; evaluates and
applies the appropriate statistical analysis to the data collected.
3. Collects, rears and identifies insect specimens according to standard
methodologies and ensures that unique or unusual specimens are preserved
for reference purposes.
4. Investigates and responds to enquiries from clients regarding
pest-related concerns by meeting with clients and proposing mutually
agreeable solutions and providing information about Pest Management
programs and services.
5. Assists with the enforcement of the provincial Dutch Elm Disease
regulations.
6. Represents Pest Management at warranty inspections for all City of
Saskatoon construction projects involving trees and shrubs assesses
plant material for pests, diseases and overall health.
7. Prepares reports of field activities and special projects as
appropriate.
8. Provides training and guidance to employees performing activities
related to insect pest identification, biology and control and operating
equipment.
9. Prepares and presents informational, educational and public awareness
discussions for other departments, schools, public meetings etc.
10. Assists with the development of operational procedures.
11. Consults with other municipalities and other levels of government to
stay current with new initiatives. 
12. Ensures that all projects comply with The Occupational Health and
Safety Act and regulations.
13. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
* Degree in the biological sciences specializing in entomology. Graduate
degree preferred.
* Two years' practical entomological experience in the identification
and control of invertebrate/vertebrate pest species, including
experience in ecological field work data collection.
* Possession and maintain of valid Pesticide Applicator permits in
various classes as required.
* Possession of a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence. 
* Current driver's abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving
record.
* Possession of, or the ability to obtain within six months from the
date of hire, valid first aid and CPR certificates.
* Considerable knowledge of insect anatomy, physiology and behaviour.
* Knowledge of insect taxonomy with the ability to identify insects to
the level of genus and species.
* Knowledge and understanding of plant physiology, ecology and tree
diseases.
* Knowledge of the principles, practices, materials and instrumentation
in the area of entomological laboratory and/or field work.

Hours
Shift work and weekend work is involved.

Salary
$4,090.54 to $4,509.82 per month.

For further information regarding this position, contact Human Resources
at (306) 975-3261.
Applications are to be received at Human Resources (Corporate Services,
City Hall) by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 20, 2008 



 

"Vison without action is a daydream: Action without vision is a
nightmare!"

 

Geoff Mcleod BSc., BSF., MSc. 
Pest Management Supervisor 
City of Saskatoon 
1101 Ave P. North 
Saskatoon, SK  S7K 0J5 
office: 1.306.975.2766 

email: geoff.mcleod at saskatoon.ca 

 

 

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