PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN III - LIHUE, KAUAI (OHHI)
Salary
See Position Description
Location
Island of Kauai
Job Type
Various
Job Number
OHHI-26047
Department
Agriculture & Biosecurity
Opening Date
06/05/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
Max Number of Applicants
25
Recruitment Information
Recruitment Number OHHI-26047
The Department of Agriculture & Biosecurity, Plant Industry Division has ONE (1) urgent vacancy located in Lihue.
THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 25 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
This recruitment is being conducted under the Operation Hire Hawaii (OH-HI) project, a targeted outreach initiative featuring an expedited hiring process, fast-tracking qualified applicants into job opportunities throughout Hawai'i.
Applications received for this recruitment will be reviewed for Legal Authorization to work in the US. All applicants who pass the Legal Authorization review will be referred to the hiring department for consideration and an initial review of the application.
Applicants who meet the initial review requirements at the departmental level may be contacted by the hiring program for an interview. All applicants interviewed by the hiring program will be notified of their selection or non-selection by the department.
The application referral and potential interview conducted at the departmental level does not imply that applicants have met all Minimum Qualification Requirements. A thorough review of all applications received will be conducted by the Department of Human Resources Development and all applicants will be notified of the final disposition.
Salary: $3,606 to $4,563 per month (SR-11, Step C to I)
Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicants qualifications, and other relevant factors.
Duties Summary
Under general supervision, performs fairly complex sub-professional duties and/or supervises pest control aid in support of higher-level professional pest control activities; and performs other duties as required.
Note: May be required to work overtime which may include weekends and/or holidays. May be required to travel for work, training, meetings or workshops. The work performed occurs primarily inside the laboratory and the incumbent may be exposed to strong odors, fumes, gases, and will work with hazardous chemicals and regulated chemicals. Duties performed will involve wearing personal protective equipment. Will be required to use microscopes and microtools for long periods of time with breaks. Incumbent will be required to manipulate insects and related arthropods for preparation for identification and curation which will require the ability to use fine tools with technical dexterity. The employee will at times work outdoors under various types of conditions, such as, rough terrain, inclement weather, biting insects, and other outdoor hazards. Pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 127A-8, all state and county officials, officers, and employees are considered "emergency workers" and shall perform functions as determined by their respective state or county department director during emergencies or disasters.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants will be placed on the eligible list for ALL levels for which they are qualified.
Legal Authorization to Work Requirement:
The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
General Experience: THREE (3) years of progressively responsible work experience which required the ability to read, comprehend and apply written instructions; follow oral directions; and exercise a high degree of verbal skills.
Specialized Experience: TWO (2) years of work experience in insect or plant pest control involving the use of standard laboratory procedures in propagating host insects or plants and the collecting and recording of data.
Non-Qualifying Experience: Experience in a laboratory which involved only the caring for supplies and equipment, e.g., washing test tubes and other laboratory equipment, will NOT be considered qualifying.
Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements will apply (click link below).
Special Requirements: Some positions require the ability to lift and carry items of various weights with or without reasonable accommodation.
Drivers License: Some positions require a valid drivers license at the time of appointment. The immediate vacancy has this requirement.
The information provided above represents a summary of the Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE.
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Other Information
The State of Hawaii complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call 808-587-1111 for assistance.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS
The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs.
Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.
TESTING INFORMATION
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.
In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.
CLICK HERE for further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Offices Levels of Review.
YOUR JOB BENEFITS WITH THE STATE OF HAWAII
The State of Hawaii offers its employees who are members of the civil service a range of benefits. Some benefits are offered as a result of collective bargaining agreements and changes may occur.
A summary of these benefits, which is based on full-time employment, is listed below.
Note: Benefits for NON-CIVIL SERVICE appointments will be provided by the hiring department at the time of interview.
With Civil Service modernization, effective July 1, 2002, employees appointed to temporary positions may also gain membership in the civil service upon satisfactory completion of an initial probation period of at least six months. As a temporary member of the civil service, you will be eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions. You may also enjoy other rights and benefits afforded to members of the civil service, with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force of a permanent member of the civil service.
Paid Holidays
You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.
Paid Vacation
You may earn vacation leave at a rate that other employers find tough to match - 21 days each full year from the FIRST year of employment. This compares to an average of 10 days offered by private companies. You may accumulate up to a total of 90 days (720 hours) of vacation.
Paid Sick Leave
You may earn sick leave at the same rate as vacation - 21 days per year from the FIRST year, and there is no limit on the amount you can accumulate. Expectant mothers may also use sick leave for pre-natal or post-natal check-ups or any illness related to pregnancy. Plus, unused accumulated sick leave may eventually be used to increase your retirement benefits in certain situations.
Other Leaves
Reasonable time off with pay may be provided for jury or witness duty, a death in the family, some military duty, and donation to the Blood Bank. Leave sharing donations may be granted to eligible employees who have serious personal illnesses or injuries or need to care for a seriously ill or injured family member. Various leaves without pay may also be granted with full re-employment rights.
Health Insurance
The State pays a part of the premiums for each employees enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Dental Plan. For more information, visit the Employer Union Trust Fund website www.eutf.hawaii.gov for coverage and options.
Group Life Insurance
The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees.
Retirement Plan
The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees under the Hybrid Plan with 10 years of credited service and who have reached 65 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and have reached 60 years of age may retire and receive benefits. To find out more about the options you have, go to http://ers.ehawaii.gov.
Premium Conversion Plan
Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.
Transportation Benefits
Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct qualified transportation expenses (i.e. eligible parking fees, monthly bus passes for TheBus, fare coupons for The Handi-Van, Vanpool Hawaii participation fee, etc.) through pre-tax payroll deductions.
Deferred Compensation
The State offers employees a voluntary pre-tax retirement savings plan designed to give employees a tax break today and an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several types of investment options are available.
Temporary Disability Insurance
Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.
Social Security
As an employer, the State also contributes to an employees social security account.
Promotions & Transfers
For employees with membership in the civil service, the State offers promotion and transfer opportunities throughout the State Executive Branch.
Training & Continuing Education
The State supports developmental activities related to an employees work. In many departments there are numerous in-service training opportunities available. Sabbatical leaves with pay are available for qualified employees.
Travel Expenses
The State may pay for certain business related travel expenses including mileage reimbursement for use of a personal car during work, airfare, meals and lodging expenses for trips to neighbor islands or out of state.
Incentive & Service Awards
The State has a program that recognizes employees for their years of service and provides cash awards for their superior accomplishments and other contributions that improve State operations.
Union & Collective Bargaining
Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employees job is excluded from collective bargaining.
The above information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available to State of Hawaii employees and is subject to change. Whether or not you are entitled to a particular benefit will depend on your specific appointment and employment status (included, excluded, exempt, non-exempt). Please refer to the appropriate collective bargaining agreement or executive order and all applicable laws, rules, policies, or plan documents for further details. Nothing herein shall be deemed as creating an employment contract, promise of employment, promise of continued employment, or obligation of any kind on the part of the State of Hawaii.
CLICK HERE for more information on the State of Hawaiis Benefits At-A-Glance.
The State of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Revised 01/13
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RECRUITMENT SURVEY (MANDATORY) Completion of this survey is mandatory. You must select one option; multiple selections permitted. The information you provide will be used to improve our recruitment efforts. We appreciate your cooperation.
What led you to explore career opportunities with the State of Hawaii?
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EMPLOYMENT STATUS SURVEY #1
Completion of this survey is mandatory. You must select one option. This information will assist us with our recruiting efforts. We appreciate your cooperation.
Which of the following reflects your current employment status?
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EMPLOYMENT STATUS SURVEY #2
Completion of this survey is mandatory. This information will assist us with our recruiting efforts. We appreciate your cooperation.
If you selected recently laid off in response to Employment Status Survey #1, please indicate the name of the employer from which you were laid off.
If you selected other in response to Employment Status Survey #1, please explain.
if these two options do not apply to you, please indicate "N/A."
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APPLICANTS ACKNOWLEDGMENT - REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
The responses you provide to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements and/or your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information will result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score.
Please do not submit a resume in place of completing the Supplemental Questions. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete.
You must submit verification (e.g., copies of official transcripts or diploma as instructed below) in order to receive credit for education. In general, proof of education downloaded from and/or submitted through the internet will not be accepted. Education obtained outside the United States must be comparable to education earned at a regionally accredited school in the United States. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
To receive credit for substitute, temporary assignment, or volunteer experience, you must submit an official letter of verification. The letter should include the job title, employment dates, number of hours worked, a description of the professional duties performed, and a contact name and phone number.
Any information you submit may be verified. Supporting documents must be either electronically attached to your application or submitted to our office at: State of Hawaii - Department of Human Resources Development - 235 South Beretania Street, 11th Floor - Honolulu, Hawaii 96813.
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APPLICANTS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT (Continued)
Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified.
In general, concurrent experiences and/or education will not be double credited unless otherwise specified. Your possession of the required amount of experience will not in and of itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The overall paid or unpaid experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position
Our calculation of experience will be based upon a full-time, 40-hour work week. Part-time experience will be pro-rated.
Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week will be pro-rated to six months of experience. Also, hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be extra credited.
Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week will be credited as one year of experience, not one and a half years.
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APPLICANTS ACKNOWLEDGMENT - MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS (Complete information and details)
The information provided in the job announcement represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. A live link to the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements was provided to me in the job announcement.
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GENERAL EXPERIEINCE/ EDUCATION
Have you graduated from high school, or earned its equivalent, e.g., a General Equivalency Diploma (GED)?
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EDUCATION REQUIREMENT (Continued)
State the High School, City and State where you earned your diploma or equivalent.
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GENERAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
Do you possess at least THREE (3) years of the General Experience as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements??
If you do not possess this experience, please state None or N/A. If you do possess the required General Experience, please provide the following information to address your relevant background.
All employment information listed below should also be included on your application. Address each change in employer or position(s) with the same employer separately.
The information for each employer or position should include:
A. Name of Employer -Your Job Title -Completed dates of Employment (MONTH /YEAR TO MONTH/YEAR) -Hours worked per week.
B. Primary function of your position; major duties and responsibilities.
C. Describe your experience with this employer, if any, in each of the following areas:
Reading, comprehending, and applying written instructions.
Following oral directions.
Exercising a high degree of verbal skills.
NOTE: Be specific and complete in your responses. We do not make assumptions.
A resume or copied/pasted summary paragraph in lieu of answering each supplemental question completely/properly may not provide sufficient information and will be rejected.
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SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
Do you possess at least TWO (2) yearsof the Specialized Experience Requirement as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements?
If you do not possess this experience, please state None or N/A. If you do possess the required General Experience, please provide the following information to address your relevant background.
All employment information listed below should also be included on your application. Address each change in employer or position(s) with the same employer separately. The information for EACH employer should include:
A. Name of Employer -Your Job Title -Completed dates of Employment (MONTH /YEAR TO MONTH/YEAR) -Hours worked per week.
B. Description of this employer, the services it provided, and the clientele it served.
C.Primary function of your position; major duties and responsibilities.
D. Describe, IN DETAIL, your experience with this employer, if any, in each of the following areas:
Field sampling. Sites conducted at, insect and/or plant species worked with, methods/techniques used.
Laboratory procedures performed. Type of lab, specific lab procedures performed and purpose, lab equipment used and what it was used for.
Host insect/plant propagation. Purpose, insect/plant species worked with, methods/techniques used.
Data collection and recordation. Kinds of data collected, methods/techniques used, how data was recorded, purpose for data collection, your responsibility for data analysis and/or reports.
Formal supervisory responsibility. Dates supervised, number/job titles of employees supervised, description of supervisory duties, if applicable.
NOTE: Be specific and complete in your responses. We do not make assumptions.
A resume or copied/pasted summary paragraph in lieu of answering each supplemental question completely/properly may not provide sufficient information and will be rejected.
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SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
Will you be substituting your education for Specialized Experience as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements?
In order to receive credit, you MUST SUBMIT a legible copy of your OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS by attaching it to your online application, if you have not recently done so.
Required Question
Employer State of Hawaii
Address DHRD - Employee Staffing Division
235 S. Beretania Street, 11th Floor, Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813-2437
Phone 808-587-1111 or 1-877-447-5990 (TTY)