The Invasive Weed Technician works as part of a team to map and control high-priority invasive plants. Control methods include hand removal, mechanical removal and application of herbicide. The long term goals are the restoration of native plant communities, protection of ecosystem processes, erosion prevention and water quality protection. The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, a helpful personality, and experience in restoration, vegetation management and utilizing mapping technology and software. This position is located at the EMSWCD office, but will require travel to sites in the Multnomah County portion of the Sandy River and Columbia River watersheds. Supervision is provided by the EMSWCD Rural Lands Program Supervisor.

This is a part time, temporary position. The Technician will work two or three days per week, totaling 20 hours. The job will begin in May and end on September 30th, 2016.

Download a full description and application instructions in the link below:EMSWCD Invasive Weed Technician (part time) – details and application instructions

To apply:

Applicants must read the information below carefully for instructions on how to apply for this position. All application materials must be received by no later than April 29th, 2016. Failure to follow instructions may disqualify applicants from consideration.

  1. Applicants must send a cover letter, detailed resume and writing sample by email to: jobs@emswcd.org.
  2. All email subject lines must include “Temporary Invasive Weeds Technician.”
  3. Cover letters must be no more than two pages in length and must describe the applicant’s interest in the position and include a summary of job-related qualifications.
  4. Resumes must include all relevant positions held listed in chronological order; dates employed; employer names and contact information; ending salaries for each position held; duties performed; and relevant training and education.
  5. Three professional references with contact information must be provided, including two supervisors and one peer.

Note that prior to employment with the EMSWCD:

  • Verification of employment and education will be required.
  • Verification that the applicant is able to work within the United States will be required.
  • References will be contacted.

The East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District (EMSWCD) prohibits discrimination in all of its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisals, or because all or part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program. The EMSWCD is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication or program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact the EMSWCD Office at (503) 222-7645.