To identify and treat invasive species within Washington County. Duties to support this function are:
• Collect invasive species survey data in the field with an iPad using Arc Collector, process and analyze data using ArcGIS;
• Mix, load, and apply herbicides to small invasive plant infestations on private or public property with a backpack sprayer;
• Generate and process Permit of Entry letters per TSWCD procedures;
• Reply to landowners requesting both informational and technical assistance;
• Coordinate with contractors and follow-up with quality control checks;
• Excellent customer service skills with landowners either in writing, verbally, or by conducting site visits to landowner properties.

Secondary Functions

Administrative and TSWCD outreach support. Duties to support this function are:
• Content development for quarterly Conservation Connection Newsletter and blog/social media posts;
• Communicate with the public at Weed Watcher workshops and other tabling events;
• Work with TSWCD outreach and education staff and program partners to craft outreach messages and materials;
• Maintain TSWCD files according to established policy;
• Assist TSWCD staff with the development of an annual work plan, business plan, annual meeting, and preparing reports;
• Maintain time and attendance reports according to TSWCD policy.

Education, Experience, and Certification/Licensure

The following education, experience, and certification is required to perform the duties of the position:
• Minimum of 18 months professional experience conducting invasive weed or plant surveys, applying herbicides to control weeds, and working with private landowners.
• A working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint;
• Working knowledge of ESRI products; i.e. ArcGIS, ArcCollector;
• Minimum of one year’s experience communicating orally to small and large groups.
• Strong written and oral communication skills;
• A strong knowledge of native and non-native plant species.
Must have a valid Oregon driver’s license and clean driving record. (Clean to be determined by the TSWCD insurance carrier)

The following experience is preferred to perform the duties of the position:
• Bachelor’s degree in biology, botany, ecology, environmental science, crop science or forestry;
• Oregon Public Pesticide Applicator license with:
o Laws and Safety
o One additional category, i.e. Aquatic, Forestry, Right of Way, Herbicide Ag, Regulatory Weed, Turf & Ornamental Herbicide, etc.
• At least two years of field experience in the Pacific Northwest identifying native and invasive species (plant or animal). (Be prepared to identify species);
• At least one year of working experience using ArcGIS (bring in sample work);
• At least one year of current working relationships with Washington County, Oregon landowners.