Job Description

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

This announcement is being distributed pursuant to Section 3.01 of the District Personnel Manual.

SEASONAL HELPER

(IT/GIS Assignment)

Final Filing Date : Monday, March 31, 2025 by 3:30pm

Application Process

Interested individuals may download an application from the District website at

Failure to fully complete an application and the

instructions in this job announcement may result in rejection from the process. Please mail all

application materials to:

Sacramento/Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District

Attn: Seasonal Helper, IT/GIS Assignment

8631 Bond Road

Elk Grove, California 95624

(916) 685-1022

Or

Submit by e-mail to Jobs@fightthebite.net. Please attach the

application materials as a Word or PDF file with the classification

title, Seasonal Helper, IT/GIS Assignment in the subject line.

Please Note: As this position is Open Until Filled it is recommended that Applicants submit their

application materials to the District as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed periodically

and applicants will be notified of their status in the recruitment process by e-mail and/or phone.

Job Description

Under the direct supervision of the Department Head or Supervisor the Seasonal Helper, IT/GIS

Assignment assists in the seasonal operations of the Information Technology and/or Geographic

Information Systems department or crew to benefit the goals and mission of the Sacramento-Yolo

Mosquito and Vector Control District.

The Seasonal Helper is a temporary position. Regularly performed tasks and responsibilities vary

by department. Candidates must be available to work a minimum of 40 hours per week, Monday

through Friday. The term of the position is anticipated to begin in April and is expected to end on

or about September 30, 2021. The term and scheduled days or hours may be increased or decreased

depending upon the needs of the program and department.

Illustrative tasks for this class varies by department assigned and may include, but are not

limited to, the following:

Performs administrative, clerical, and helpdesk support to the assigned department; refers complex

public relations or technical issues to appropriate department or supervisor; collects and enters

data into computers and mobile electronic devices, such as, but not limited to, smart phones,

tablets, laptop and desktop computers; may troubleshoot and provide technical assistance to

District personnel as needed; prepares documents, spreadsheets, reports, handouts and other

related department or District materials for review by supervisor; drives/operates vehicle and/or

equipment following all District safety protocols and any applicable local, state, and federal

vehicle or traffic laws; may be required to work overtime hours, weekends and holidays. May be

exposed to infectious diseases associated with mosquitoes and other vectors.

A complete Job Description can be obtained from the Main District Office.

Minimum Qualifications
Listed below are some typical ways a person can obtain the required education, experience, knowledge and

abilities to perform the responsibilities and tasks of the position. Equivalent combinations of training and

experience may be considered qualifying at the sole discretion of the District. It is the applicant’s

responsibility to identify in their application materials how they meet the minimum qualifications.

Education and Experience:

• Equivalent to graduation from High School; experience that demonstrates possession of

the knowledge and skills needed to successfully perform the illustrative tasks stated above

is preferred.

• Previous experience in technical support and help desk in a networked office setting,

including experience with operating and troubleshooting Windows desktop and laptop

computers, printers, wired and wireless networks, iPads and iPhones, Microsoft Office and

Google docs is preferred.

• Previous experience in Geographic Information Systems such as, but not limited to,

ArcGIS Desktop 10.6, ArcGIS Online, Google Earth Pro and Google My Maps is

preferred.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Possession of a valid California drivers’ license; must be insurable with the District self-

insurance program; must maintain valid license and insurability throughout employment.

Position Status

The vacancy is for a seasonal, temporary position. The specific term of temporary employment for

a particular employee shall be determined by the Manager. An employee’s employment will

expire at the end of the seasonal employment term; however, temporary employees serve at the

will of the District and may be terminated at any time without cause or prior notice. Temporary

employees do not have the rights described in the Personnel Manual relating to disciplinary action

and dismissal. The Manager may fill a temporary position pursuant to applicable provisions of the

Personnel Manual.

Examination and Selection Process

Applicants selected for interviews will be based on an evaluation of qualifying training, education

and experience included in the application materials. Meeting minimum qualifications does not

guarantee selection for an interview. Those candidates selected for interviews will receive an invite

for an in-person or video/teleconference interview to further assess training, experience and ability

to perform the duties of the position. Selection will be based on a combined overall assessment of

the interview and application.

Applicants selected for interviews must be available to interview using an online

video/teleconference platform such as Google Meet or Zoom, between 7:00am and 3:30pm,

Monday through Friday. Alternative interview times may not be offered.

Medical Testing

All persons selected for appointment must pass medical examinations administered by the District

designated physician. Sacramento-Yolo Mosquito and Vector Control District is committed to

maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace.

Compensation and Benefits

The starting salary range for this position is $20.00-22.00 per hour paid monthly. Salary will be

determined at time of hiring. Seasonal, temporary employees do not receive medical or other

employee benefits except when required by law. Seasonal, temporary employees receive Sick

Leave pursuant to Assembly Bill 1522 (AB 1522), the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act

of 2014. Workers compensation is provided and employees are protected under the Workers

Compensation Laws of California.

Equal Employment Opportunity It is the policy of the District to provide equal employment

opportunity to all applicants. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without

regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental

disability, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status gender, age, sexual

orientation, gender identity or gender expression, registered domestic partner status, genetic

information, or any other basis that is protected under state or federal law.

Please contact the District at least five (5) working days before a scheduled examination or

interview if you require accommodation in the examination or interview process.

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