Invasive Hornet Survey Specialist

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Invasive Hornet Survey Specialist
JOB SUMMARY
Join our team to protect South Carolina from invasive pests! We are looking for an Invasive Hornet Survey Specialist to support early detection and rapid response efforts for the Yellow-legged Hornet (YLH). You’ll conduct independent and team-based surveys, respond to public reports, and enforce plant pest and honeybee regulations. The role involves a mix of fieldwork, outreach, and regulatory enforcement in various environments including apiaries, farms, forests, and residential areas.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Conduct surveys and field inspections for invasive species
• Trap and monitor for Yellow-legged hornet (YLH) presence
• Assist in eradication and containment efforts
• Respond to public reports and educate stakeholders
• Maintain and responsibly operate state equipment
• Work throughout assigned region and other required areas

• Carry out additional duties as needed

DETAILS

Location: Beaufort, SC Area
• Application Deadline: 9/29/2025 (possibility of extension)
• Minimum Requirement: HS diploma & experience or BS
• Preferred: BS or MS
• Hours: 37.5–40 per week
• Salary: $47,588-54,000 per year (temporary with possibility of extension)
• Job ID #: 109916
• Job Title: Investigator IV Beaufort, SC