Associate Rodentologist, Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services

Associate Rodentologist, Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services

• DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE

Posted On: 11/21/2025

• Full-Time

Location

MANHATTAN

• No Exam Required

Department

Pest Control Services

Salary Range:

$98,159.00 – $98,159.00

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Job Description

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through outreach, education, surveillance, and enforcement. With staff of 1,000, the Division covers a broad range of subject matter, including oversight of environmental investigations, lead poisoning, injury prevention, occupational health, food safety, childcare, radiation control, recreational and drinking water quality, air quality, climate health, vector control, veterinary public health and pest control. The New York City Department of Health is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Associate Rodentologist to join our Rodent Control team. This role is central to advancing the city's integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, supporting public health, and improving quality of life across all five boroughs ”especially in communities most impacted by rodent-related health risks.


DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:

• Assist with ongoing surveillance and mapping of rat populations throughout New York City, contributing to data-driven mitigation strategies.
• Develop innovative community integrated pest management strategies.
• Design and implement community-integrated pest management approaches that are sustainable, equitable, and effective.
• Research studies that analyze rat populations and rat management techniques.
• Inform pest control operations improvement and assist in trouble shooting processes and procedures while actively engaged in research
• Support applied research on urban rat ecology, population dynamics, and rodenticide efficacy. Contribute to translating findings into actionable improvements for field operations.
• On pest management issues, provide technical advice to other programs in the Department.
• Play an active role with teaching in the development and management of the Department's Rodent Academy which provides IPM training to hundreds of pest management professionals and city agency staff each year.
• Provide continuing education annually to the over 170 staff currently working in the VPCS Bureau.
• Provide guidance to the Senior Extermination staff on the field trials and purchase of new Rodenticide products and advise staff on updates/changes to product labels.

Preferred Skills:

• Advanced degree in biology, public health, entomology, urban ecology, or a related field preferred
• Demonstrated experience in rodent ecology, pest management, or environmental health
• Strong communication and teaching skills
• Familiarity with IPM principles and urban pest control technologies
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with diverse communities

Why you should work for us:

• Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (
• Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:

o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.

• Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.

- Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.


Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.


Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!


The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at [email protected] or 347-396-6549.


CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST - 21744

Minimum Qualifications

1. For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.
To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:
1. A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or
2. A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above.


NOTE:
Probationary Period
Appointments to this position are subject to a minimum probationary period of one year.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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Job ID

758368

Posted until

01/19/2026

Title code

21744

Civil service title

CITY RESEARCH SCIENTIST

Title classification

Non-Competitive-5

Business title

Associate Rodentologist, Bureau Of Veterinary And Pest Control Services

• Experience Level:

  Experienced (Non-Manager)

Job level

03

Number of positions

1

Work location

22 Cortlandt Street

• Category:

  Policy, Research & Analysis

Associate Rodentologist, Bureau of Veterinary and Pest Control Services