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Jefferson County Soil and Water Conservation District is seeking a qualified Weed Program Coordinator! Position open until filled.
Jefferson County SWCD Weed Program Coordinator – Position Description (1 FTE)
Summary
Coordinates Jefferson County spray program, including the control of noxious weeds county-wide. Operates a variety of County owned equipment involving the manipulation of auxiliary controls.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The Noxious Weed Program Coordinator works under the supervision of the District Manager and for the elected Directors of the Jefferson County Soil and Water Conservation District and receives advisement from the Jefferson County Weed Advisory Committee which includes program development, management, and long-term goals. The Coordinator is responsible for managing the daily activities of the Noxious Weed Program.
Role requires a high level of interaction with the public, governmental agencies, elected officials, landowners, land users and land managers. This position works closely with Jefferson County Public Works. Obtaining grant funding for weed projects is a high priority of this position and will include sourcing and obtaining grant funding. This role functions with considerable independence. Requires the exercise of independent judgment and initiative, self-motivation, follow-through, innovative practices, and a communication style that is tactful and professional. The position collaborates with and receives recommendations and guidance from the Jefferson County Weed Advisory Committee, and administers regulations adopted by the Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners.
Funding for weed control operations is generated when the Coordinator contracts with public agencies, private organizations and landowners to control noxious weeds within Jefferson County, or in adjacent counties by specific agreement. The Coordinator maintains a viable and self-sustaining program by aggressively pursuing grants, contracts and agreements to fund or cost-share noxious weed control programs where needed on private, commercial and public lands.
Typical cooperative programs include using equipment and rights-of-way weed control for the Jefferson County Public Works, targeted species control program grants with Oregon Department of Agriculture, and grants or agreements with ODFW, BLM and USDA Forest Service for funding weed control services on public and private lands.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills
Abilities
Physical Abilities
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or equivalent. Two years’ work experience, or equivalent, in weed management control or agricultural related work, experience in public speaking and presentations is preferred. Experience in the operation of herbicide spraying equipment and all-terrain vehicles.
Licenses and Certificates
Must possess a valid Oregon Driver’s License and have an acceptable driving record. Oregon Department of Agriculture Public Pesticide License with right-of-way and regulatory weed endorsements, and an Oregon All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Education Card.
Working Conditions
Work is performed indoors and outdoors where some safety considerations exist from physical labor and handling of light-to-medium yet awkward materials. Must be able to work 7 days a week outside of normal work hours as directed.
Hire Contingent Upon:
1. Satisfactory Driving Record
2. Background investigation
3. Reference check
*This position is based on the successful completion of a twelve-month probationary period.
Application Requirements:
1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Contact information for three professional references
Please email your application packet to:
Staci Merkt, District Manager
districtmanager@jeffswcd.org
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