US Announces Job Opening to Kill Rat, Pay From N75m, Link to Submit CV for Consideration Emerge

US Announces Job Opening to Kill Rat, Pay From N75m, Link to Submit CV for Consideration Emerge

  • New York City is searching for an exceptional exterminator to assist in ridding the city of its 18 million rats
  • In 2014, it was estimated that there were two rats for every human in New York, implying that the vermin population today stands at almost 18 million
  • The City of New York is seeking a Director of Rodent Migration and is willing to pay up to $170,000 for the right candidate

New York City is looking for a top-tier exterminator to assist in ridding the city of its 18 million rats.

According to a job posting for a rodent exterminator, New York City appears to be less of a rat race and more of a rat sanctuary these days.

In 2014, it was estimated that there were two rats for every human in New York, implying that the vermin population today stands at almost 18 million.

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New york is having a rat problem and needs help
New york city has a rat problem Photo Credit: Jim Clift

Applicants will need a bachelor's degree and a "general aura of badassery", according to the amusing listing seen by NewYork post.

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A "virulent vehemence for vermin" and the "drive, determination, and killer instinct needed to fight the real enemy – New York City’s relentless rat population" are also desirable qualities that anybody interested in the vacancy should possess.

The ad continued:

"Cunning, voracious, and prolific, New York City’s rats are legendary for their survival skills, but they don’t run this city – we do."

At last month's bill signing, Mayor Eric Adams delivered a purposeful message when he said:

"I’ve made it clear I hate rats, and we’re gonna kill some rats. We’re putting a dent in our rodent problem."

The Sanitation Department also sells $48 t-shirts bearing the slogan:

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"The rats don’t run this city. We do."

The move is to generate funds, according to Washington posts.

Here is a link to apply for the job.

Dangote announces plan to employ 300,000 youths, link to submit CV emerge

Meanwhile, in another report, Dangote industries have announced plans to recruit over 300,00 Nigerians in a massive employment drive

A new job recruitment page has been launched for qualified candidates to upload their CVs.

The job in its refinery in Lagos includes free accommodation for 20,000 employees.

Source: Legit.ng

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Dave Ibemere (Senior Business Editor) Dave Ibemere is a senior business editor at Legit.ng. He is a financial journalist with over a decade of experience in print and online media. He also holds a Master's degree from the University of Lagos. He is a member of the African Academy for Open-Source Investigation (AAOSI), the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations and other media think tank groups. He previously worked with The Guardian, BusinessDay, and headed the business desk at Ripples Nigeria. Email: dave.ibemere@corp.legit.ng.