Survey Technician (Project)

What You'll Do:

No ag background, no problem! You'll learn all about agriculture from our top-notch experts who dedicate their lives to a cleaner, safer, better Ohio. ODA is seeking qualified candidates to be part of the continued success of the ALB program. This posting is for multiple positions.

The duties of an ALB Survey Technician include:

• Inspects trees for signs of Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) & assists Plant Health Inspectors in different work units of the program (i.e. contract survey, regulatory, outreach, quality assurance, data management, etc.)

• Receives training in surveying host trees & tree identification

• Uses proper tools (i.e. binoculars, spotting scope) for tree inspections

• Completes data entry for all tree inspections & records & operates data collection devices by using maps & Global Information System (GIS) for later data analysis

• Maintains & secures all state issued property (e.g., equipment, maps, forms, data)

• Sets up survey locations & establishes scheduled itinerary in accordance with department guidelines

• Gains access to private properties for inspections

• Assists Plant Health Inspectors with monitoring contractors during tree survey & performing quality control checks on data collection & tree inspections

• Operates laptop computer & related software & prepares email to send various survey information

• Administers tree identification & ALB damage tests for contracting staff

• Places traps & inspects for box tree moth (BTM) & other plant pests

• Responds to reports of alleged sightings of ALB & other plant pest

• Assists inspectors & management with pesticide treatment application, maintenance of survey equipment, cleaning & servicing state vehicles

• Receives training, assists with, & participates in other plant pest programs as assigned

This position shall be filled in accordance with the provisions of the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. ODA bargaining unit members have selection rights before non-bargaining unit members. All other applications will only be considered if an internal bargaining unit applicant is not selected for this position.

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

ODA values its internal diversity and pledges to cultivate an inclusive and engaging environment for all employees where differences are embraced and celebrated. The agency commits to building a workforce that champions the advancement of these principles and initiatives. The values on which these efforts are founded are respect, empathy, transparency, equality, and equal access.

What's in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums are free after one year of continuous service.

Time Away from Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of his/her salary towards his/her retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Maternity Benefits

• Expanded maternity health care benefits available to state employees enrolled in the Ohio Med PPO and Ohio Med NN (narrow network) medical plan options. Several prenatal, childbirth, and post-childbirth services are provided at no out-of-pocket cost to employees utilizing network providers.
• Examples of services now covered by network providers at 100% include:

o Prenatal care, including physician visits and examinations.

o Home health care services designated as maternity care (for expectant members on bed rest).

o Inpatient claims for all types of delivery.

o Inpatient NICU claims, from birth through discharge.

o Postpartum care, including office visits for follow-up, and procedures/treatments directly related to maternity.

• Medications prescribed for both antepartum and postpartum conditions (e.g., morning sickness, postpartum depression). Medical services provided by non-network providers will be processed at the applicable coinsurance, deductible, and out-of-pocket limits.
• Prescription drugs that are directly related to maternity care are covered with no copay. The State of Ohio has collaborated with the prescription drug third-party administrator (OptumRx) to provide a list of covered medications that can be approved for zero copay via prior authorization from providers.

3 months training or 3 months experience in field survey

AND

Must be able to provide own transportation.

OR

1 course or 3 months experience in geometry; 1 course or 3 months experience in trigonometry

AND

Must be able to provide own transportation.

OR

Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.