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Who May Apply:<\/strong> Any Qualified Applicant POSITION SUMMARY<\/strong><\/span> ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<\/strong><\/span> WORKING ENVIRONMENT \/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS<\/strong><\/span> EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS<\/strong><\/span> A valid Driver\u2019s License is required. Must obtain a WA State Pesticide Applicator\u2019s License and the necessary endorsements within 60 days of hire. Knowledge of:<\/strong> Skills in:<\/strong> APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS<\/strong><\/span> MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS<\/strong><\/span> WHO MAY APPLY<\/strong><\/span>
Employment Status:<\/strong> Casual – 40 hrs. per week
Salary Range:<\/strong> $21.43-$28.80\/hr.
Posting Opens:<\/strong> Open Until Filled<\/p>\n
Under close supervision, acts as a team member to develop and implement the County\u2019s noxious weed control-management program for the Lewis County Noxious Weed Control Board. Respond to information requests and noxious weed reports\/complaints from residents and landowners. Provide information to the public about noxious weed control projects. Conduct field surveys to identify, document and map noxious weed infestations. This is a temporary position with projected staffing dates of May through October.<\/em><\/p>\n
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
\u2022 Conduct field surveys to identify, document, and map noxious weed infestations, utilizing GIS & other software.
\u2022 Maintain and file complete and accurate records of information for field activities, utilizing Microsoft Office suite & other required software.
\u2022 Assist and participate in weed control activities, primarily being the application of chemical herbicides in variable field settings, but also including physical removal and other methods as necessary.
\u2022 Respond to information requests and noxious weed reports\/complaints from residents and landowners.
\u2022 Provide information to the public about noxious weed control projects.
\u2022 Assist with managing weed program outreach display materials
\u2022 Assist with outreach activities and educational events.
\u2022 Assist with other duties as assigned, including responding to requests by email and phone.
\u2022 Work with municipal and public agency staff, as well as contractors to achieve control of noxious weeds on public lands.
\u2022 Support weed management efforts by working with volunteer and landowner groups.
\u2022 Perform job duties in compliance with laws, rules, regulations, and other standards.
\u2022 Represent the County to the public, as well as private organizations and schools on weed reduction issues.<\/p>\n
Work is performed in a standard office environment as well as outdoors at off-site field environments with exposure to inclement weather, safety hazards, power tools, other equipment, and chemical herbicides; work involves moderate physical demands and must possess strength sufficient to lift and move items weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.<\/p>\n
High School Graduate or GED Certificate and a minimum of one year\u2019s college credit in plant biology, natural sciences, natural resource management, weed identification, and\/or related field.<\/p>\n
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Lewis County policies and procedures.
\u2022 Washington State Noxious Weed Control Law and other local, state and federal laws and regulations that relate to noxious weed control activities in Lewis County.
\u2022 Integrated pest management and weed control methods, including impacts from invasive plants.
\u2022 Field equipment, including safe operation and field maintenance of equipment such as hand tools, brush cutters, backpacks, and power sprayers.
\u2022 Ecological or agricultural theory, systems, and practices.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Maintaining accurate records & data entry.
\u2022 Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
\u2022 Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers.
\u2022 Communicating effectively and following verbal and written instructions.
\u2022 Effective communication with private landowners and other members of the public, as well as related conflict de-escalation techniques.
\u2022 Working independently and as part of a team with diverse backgrounds, and coordinating with others to facilitate teamwork and program objectives.
\u2022 Maintaining safety while working with potentially hazardous chemicals.
\u2022 Navigating forested backroads and operating four-wheel-drive vehicles in suboptimal conditions.
\u2022 Identifying noxious weeds, native plants, and common ornamental plants in Washington State.<\/p>\n
The following items are REQUIRED for your application to be considered complete and for you to be considered for this recruitment. Note: ALL sections of the application must be complete. \u201cSee resume\u201d is not acceptable.<\/p>\n\n
\u25ba High School Graduate or GED Certificate and one year\u2019s college credits toward Associate\u2019s Degree program in Bio Science, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field, or current student in same course work, or one year\u2019s work experience in environmental science and natural resources field.
\u25ba A valid Driver\u2019s License is required.
\u25ba Specific technical training and certifications in pesticide application from the Washington State Department of Agriculture may be required.<\/p>\n
This recruitment is open to any qualified applicant who meets the minimum qualifications and can perform the essential functions, with or without accommodations, and possesses the knowledge, skills and abilities as identified in the job description.<\/p>\n