Jefferson County
Golden, Colorado, United States
May 14, 2024
Full Time
Apply By: 06/17/24 Division: Land Stewardship Resources Management Level: Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefit Eligibility: This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement. Description: We are looking for an experienced individual who is a professional and a self-starter. Someone who understands invasive species’ issues and can provide landowners with science-based technical support focusing predominantly on forest pest and noxious weed issues. The ideal candidate must be innovative, adaptable, an excellent communicator, and able to present and conduct themselves professionally under all circumstances. About Jefferson County Invasive Species Management: Jefferson County Invasive Species Management is responsible for ensuring the compliance with noxious weed and pest laws and regulations through education, outreach, site assessments, and enforcement. Read more at Jeffco Invasive Species Management: https://www.jeffco.us/jcism The Invasive Species Management Specialist is responsible for collecting and disseminating data and information, monitoring, and evaluating invasive species infestations; preparing natural resource management plans based on sound scientific and biological principles and completing various reports. Conduct inventories and implement weed and pest management involving operation of light and heavy equipment, hand tools, and data collection devices in the performance of invasive species control, forest management, ecological restoration, wildlife management, inventory and monitoring of natural resources, and related work. May include the application of pesticides. Provides public outreach and communicates with other work units, departments, and agencies. Functions as a lead worker in the field to Invasive Species Management Technician and volunteers. Schedule: This positiontypically operates on our 4x10 work week (Monday-Thursday, 6:30am-5:00pm). Includes occasional evening and weekend work. Compensation: Anticipated Hiring Range: $29.41 - $36.76 USD Hourly Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and skills. Benefits: Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement. For more information, click Here for our Total Rewards summary. Essential Duties: Conducts inventory; gathers data, such as species and populations of trees, shrubs, and other plant life, and the identification of sick and diseased plants. Monitors, evaluates, and treats noxious weed infestations, insect pest, vertebrate pest, and disease problems. Prepares, maintains, and manages maps and databases. Monitor, evaluate, and implement a variety of resource and invasive species assessments and management prescriptions on county, state, and privately-owned properties. Such assessments and prescriptions may include, but are not limited to wildlife management, noxious weed management, planting native species, forest management, range management, inventory, and monitoring of natural resources. Assist with defining project tasks and resource requirements, including managing day-to-day operational aspects of projects, including budgets, contractors, and collaborators. Participates in interviews and evaluations of potential permanent and seasonal employees and volunteers. Maintain herbicide application records for Colorado Department of Agriculture. Supports the development and management of grants and contracts in collaboration with other Jefferson County staff and work units. Implements natural resource and invasive species management plans, including integrated pest management techniques such as prevention, cultural, biological, mechanical, and chemical control, and assists with writing program reports for customers and internal tracking. Participate as member of local and regional management planning teams, collaborating as needed with other Jefferson County staff and work units. Participate as member of teams implementing action items related to management plans. Assist with inter and intra-agency planning and collaboration. Provides training for various projects in collaboration with other Jefferson County staff. Participate in public meetings as needed. Provide information and participate when requested for various stakeholder groups. Interact with residents concerning forest management, weed management, wildlife management, restoration, and other invasive species management related topics. Operate and maintain integrated pest management-related equipment and tools including backpack sprayers, ATV/UTV-mounted sprayers, and truck mounted sprayers. Researches and recommends new equipment needed to complete projects. Attends classes, training seminars and sessions to remain current in all aspects of invasive species and natural resource management. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Minimal Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Biology, Botany, Conservation, Ecology, Range Management, or related field experience. One year of work experience, including: One or more seasons of work-related experience in noxious weed management, forest insect pest management, natural resource management, or related field. One or more seasons of work-related experience in GIS-based data collection and management in noxious weed management, forest insect pest management, or natural resource management. A Colorado Department of Agriculture Qualified Supervisor License is required within 6 months of date of hire including designated QS Categories (103 Ag Weed Control, 106 Forest Pest Control, 107 Rangeland Pest Control, 108 Aquatic Pest Control, 109 Industrial and Right of Way, 206 Turf Pest Control, 207 Ornamental Pest Control, 302 Outdoor Vertebrate Control). Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor of Science in Biology, Botany, Ecology, Entomology, Range Science and Management, or Natural Resources Conservation. Two or more years work-related experience in noxious weed management, forest insect pest management, natural resource management, or related field. Two or more years of work-related experience in GIS-based data collection and management in noxious weed management, forest insect pest management, or natural resource management.Including demonstrated experience in developing projects in ArcPro and ESRI FieldMaps. Demonstrated experience in managing databases. Possession of a Colorado Department of Agriculture issued Qualified Supervisor Pesticide Application License with QS Categories 103 Ag Weed Control, 106 Forest Pest Control, 107 Rangeland Pest Control, 108 Aquatic Pest Control, 109 Industrial and Right of Way, 206 Turf Pest Control, 207 Ornamental Pest Control, and 302 Outdoor Vertebrate Control. Ability to identify native and nonnative plants of the Colorado Front Range ecosystems. Working knowledge of Front Range Colorado ecosystems. International Society of Arboriculture certifications. Broad Real Estate experience with the ability to review and understand deeds, contracts, purchase agreements, leases. Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes that will lead to success in this role include: Working knowledge of terrestrial plants and insect identification. Knowledge of GPS/GIS and ecological monitoring methods. Familiarity with research principles, including navigation of research databases, standards of fieldwork, and ability to identify patterns and themes. Ability to obtain new information through utilizing resources to problem solve. Creativity in using resources to discover information. Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with internal and external partners. Working Conditions this position operates in: Must be able to perform physically demanding work in a variety of outdoor conditions and in all climatic conditions for extended periods. Must be able to work independently and safely in rugged terrain. Ability to spend extended periods of time in a vehicle. Ability to work for extended periods indoors. Additional Job Information : Must be able to safely navigate mountain roads using 4WD trucks and potentially UTVs, and hike long distances over rough terrain using GPS or other navigation tools carrying personal supplies and project gear. Must have a valid driver's license; if you are from out of state, you must have a valid Colorado driver's license within six months of hire date, and you must not have any major violations or DUI, DWI, DWAI convictions. Offer of employment contingent on criminal history, MVR check and education verification. A pre-employment physical may be required. Please note that supplemental questions requiring a written response will serve as a writing sample. Current Jefferson County employees must apply through their employee profile in Workday. How to Apply: Applications will be accepted electronically at Jefferson County Colorado Career Opportunities . Applicants complete an online form and have the option to provide a resume and detailed cover letter that describes why you are the best candidate for the position. Applications are reviewed for minimum qualifications listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin, and applicants are contacted directly by the hiring team regarding next steps. To view the status of your application or direct communication from the hiring team, please log into your candidate portal . For more details on the recruitment process, please visit https://www.jeffco.us/1860/FAQs Questions: County Recruitment Team: 303-271-8400 or careertalent@jeffco.us Library Recruitment Team: 303.275.6168 or talent@jeffcolibrary.org Sheriff Recruitment Team: 303.271.5332 or sheriff.recruiting@co.jefferson.co.us Education: Experience: Work Experience: Minimum one year Certifications: Languages: Category: Natural Resources