Noxious Weed Specialist

Job Description

The salary range for this position is $4,446.00 - $5,914.00 monthly.

Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for a Noxious Weed Specialist I to join our dynamic, energetic, and innovative team. The successful candidate enjoys engaging with the public and delivering technical information in a way that is easily understood and can work collaboratively and independently, managing complex projects and assignments. This position is responsible for participating in large noxious weed management projects and will work both in an office setting and in the field.

• Identify landowners using government records, mapping systems, and/or contact with neighbors. Communicate with landowners, offering recommendations and promote overall weed control program. Track and monitor contacts and outcomes in County database.
• Report possible enforcement actions pursuant to State Noxious Weed Control Law (RCW 17.10), and the Thurston County Noxious Weed Control Board’s rules and regulations.
• Treat noxious weed infestations applying the principles of integrated pest management (IPM).
• Work on noxious weed control projects in remote locations such as lakes, rivers and private properties, requiring travel on foot and watercraft.
• Collect, enter, and interpret data associated with noxious weed infestations and herbicide applications.
• Prepare