Job description

Job Description

General Position Summary:
The Field Inspector is responsible for identifying noxious weeds, collecting data, communicating with landowners, prescribing control methods, handling and applying herbicides, documenting treatments, attending educational events, participating in workshops and training courses, following the rules and regulations set by the Cowlitz County Noxious Weed Control Board and the Cowlitz County Policy, working with partner organizations and organizing educational and volunteer events.
Benefits Information:
Cowlitz County offers a generous benefits package which includes:

• Medical/Dental/Vision (includes dependent coverage)
• VEBA/Health Retirement Account for those who qualify
• Retirement through Washington State Public Employees Retirement System
• Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation plans available (457b)
• Vacation, Bonus and Leave Days Paid
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Reasonable work hours

The County
Cowlitz County is a great place to live and work. Located along the Columbia River less than an hour from the Cascade Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Cowlitz County provides an abundance of outdoor recreational opportunities and easy access to the Arts. The I-5 corridor runs right through Cowlitz County providing quick access to the Vancouver, Washington and Portland, Oregon metropolitan areas.

Job Duties
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct field inspections and surveys for noxious weeds within the county boundaries as assigned to assist with noxious weed control enforcement according to 17.10 RCW.
• Recommends control methods and herbicide prescriptions to the public.
• Keep accurate records of all property visits and surveys data.
• Walk, hike, and work in various physically challenging and hazardous terrains and weather.
• Manages routine activities and assures timely completion of work.
• May assist with planning projects and writing final reports.
• Attends continuing education classes, workshops, and training.
• Represent the program at community events and answer questions and concerns from the public.
• Complies with program rules and county policies.
• Able to occasionally adjust work hours to evenings and weekends if necessary due to the nature of the work and the program’s needs.
• Assists other personnel on a variety of project activities as appropriate.
• Maintains workplace and vehicles in a clean and organized manner.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Possess and maintain a valid Drivers License and safe driving record.
• Must have experience working with noxious weeds or invasive plant species; or knowledge of plant life cycles or integrated pest management strategies.
• Comfortable working with herbicides: reading labels, properly mixing and applying herbicides.
• Possess, or obtain within 60 days from initial employment, a Washington State Pesticide Public Operators License and the necessary endorsements on the licenses as required by law.

Supplemental Information
Required Skills and Abilities:

*
Proficient with Microsoft applications, including; Word and Excel (PowerPoint and Publisher desirable.)

• Ability to facilitate conflict resolution in a respectful manner.
• Ability to stand in front of a crowd to present information on noxious weed species, laws, and control measures.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently with limited supervision and make sound judgments.
• Must be a self-starter with good organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and establish professional relationships with partner agencies and the public.
• The ability to handle job stress and interact effectively with others in the workplace and the general public.

Cowlitz County offers a competitive benefits package for Full-Time employees, including:

• Health Insurance: Variety of Medical, dental, life, vision, and prescription insurance for employee and family. Employees who are covered under another person's medical plan have the option of an HRA (Health Retirement Account) in lieu of medical insurance. HSA and FSA plans are also available, depending on eligibility.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement: All full-time employees must participate in a Washington State Retirement Services plan, and may participate in a Deferred Compensation Plan, if desired.
• Employee Assistance Program employees and family members for help with personal or family issues.
• Group Life Insurance: Basic life and Accident insurance is provided to employee, with additional insurance available to purchase.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.87 - $23.37 per hour

laviolettawines.com.au is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, laviolettawines.com.au provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, laviolettawines.com.au is the ideal place to find your next job.