Mosquito & Forest Pest Management Technician - Woodbridge - Prince William County, VA

Description

Salary: $18.00 Hourly
Location : Manassas, VA
Job Type: Seasonal (SE)
Job Number:
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date: 02/10/2026
Closing Date: 2/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
GRADE: HOURLY
Hiring Salary: $ $18.00 Hourly
Introduction
The Prince William County Department of Public Works is seeking candidates for seasonal employment (May - October) to assist the Mosquito and Forest Pest Management Branch with mosquito surveillance and forest pest related activities. Work will be performed in a variety of functions and will be mostly outdoors. Typical tasks will include, but are not limited to, mosquito surveillance, forest pest monitoring, tree identification and outreach/education; some lab work sorting of mosquitoes and forest pest insects will be involved. Training will be provided.
About This Role:

• Sets out and collects adult mosquito traps in an accurate and timely manner

• Sorts adult mosquitoes and prepares specimens for lab identification and testing

• Assists with visual tree surveys and tree identification

• Conducts trapping and surveillance for a variety of forest pests including Spotted Lanternfly

• Locates, identifies and monitors larval mosquito habitat

• Maintains and inventories assigned equipment

• Organizes trap equipment daily and safely transports equipment to trap sites

• Utilizes and enters data into a comprehensive database

• Conducts site visits relating to mosquito and forest pest inquiries

• Educates the general public through a variety of outreach/education adult and child activities

• The selected candidate will work out of the Mosquito and Forest Pest Management Building located just south of Manassas, VA in Prince William County

• Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
Preferences:

• Some college coursework in a related field (Biology, Environmental Science, Forestry, Agricultural, etc.)

• Experience performing duties outdoors in a variety of terrain and weather conditions

• Experience working independently

• Experience with collecting data in the field

• Ability to identify tree species native to Virginia

• Comfort driving a wide range of vehicles
Special Requirements:

• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both in written and verbal communication
Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday for 37.5 hours per week (flexible schedule may be accommodated) May through October.
Starting Salary Range:
$18.00 Hourly
The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change. The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the department's business needs.
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Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Prince William County Government full-time positions qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.
Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.
The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

01
I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.

• I have read, understand, and acknowledge the above statement.
• I decline to proceed any further in this process.

02
This position has a minimum age requirement of 18 years of age. Do you meet this age requirement?

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you have a valid Driver's license with a safe driving record?

• Yes
• No

05
This position requires the ability to communicate effectively in English (written and verbal). Do you meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

06
In this role, you will work in a variety of terrain and weather conditions, including, but not limited to, dusty, wet, muddy, swampy, wooded, and brushy environments under intense heat, performing tasks that may at times seem monotonous. How many years of experience do you have working in these conditions?

• 4 or more years experience
• 2-3 years experience
• 1 year or less
• No experience

07
You must be capable of repeated bending, stooping, and crouching to examine mosquito or other pest habitats and capable of lifting and handling various equipment such as traps and batteries. Are you willing and able to perform these functions?

• Yes
• No

08
Are your comfortable working in these conditions?

• Yes
• No

09
How much experience do you have using tablets and other devices for data collection in the field?

• 4 or more years experience
• 2-3 years experience
• 1 year or less
• No experience

10
Are you comfortable navigating and driving to new locations in any/all weather conditions?

• Yes
• No

11
Are you willing and able to handle live and dead insects?

• Yes
• No

12
Do you have experience using a dichotomous key for organism identification?

• Yes
• No