Entomology Laboratory Supervisor

Job Title: Entomology Laboratory Supervisor

Job Summary

The Entomology Laboratory Supervisor manages daily operations of a mosquito laboratory in support of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) control program. This position oversees mosquito surveillance, identification, testing, and quality control activities that directly support larvicide and adulticide mosquito control strategies. The supervisor ensures laboratory accuracy, regulatory compliance, and effective staff performance.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise daily mosquito laboratory and field surveillance operations supporting an IPM control program

Oversee mosquito collection (larval and adult), identification, and data recording

Ensure compliance with biosafety, biosecurity, and IPM program standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Supervise, train, and evaluate seasonal and permanent staff

Coordinate laboratory support for insecticide resistance testing and product evaluations

Maintain laboratory records, chain-of-custody documentation, and surveillance and control treatment databases

Monitor environmental conditions and maintain equipment used for mosquito rearing and identification

Manage laboratory supplies, inventory, and equipment maintenance

Prepare technical reports and contribute data to state and federal surveillance systems

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Entomology, Biology, Public Health, or a related field (preferred)

Experience working in insect or entomology laboratories

Demonstrated supervisory or leadership experience

Knowledge of mosquito biology and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles

Familiarity with biosafety practices and regulatory compliance

Moderate proficiency with GIS software, spreadsheets, databases, and other data management tools used to analyze and report District activities

Knowledge of modern office procedures, including filing systems, proper grammar usage, and effective communication practices

Proficiency in computer operations, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and software applications such as Excel, QuickBooks, Google Workspace, timekeeping software, Dropbox, and Microsoft Access

Basic mathematics skills and the ability to perform data analysis to support operational decision-making

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

Ability to provide excellent customer service when interacting with the public and responding to inquiries about District programs

Skill in building and maintaining positive working relationships with co-workers, Trustees, and the general public

Ability to make accurate observations and maintain detailed records, field notes, and maps

Ability to accurately record data using electronic devices (computers, mobile devices, tablets, etc.)

Ability to navigate to various locations using mobile devices and/or paper maps

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the laboratory at the District’s headquarters and in the field throughout the District’s six member towns: Brandon, Salisbury, Leicester, Goshen, Pittsford, and Proctor

Laboratory and insectary-based work with controlled environmental conditions

Potential exposure to live mosquitoes and biological materials; personal protective equipment (PPE) required

May require evening, weekend, or emergency response work during mosquito outbreaks