Program Manager- Baggs

* Applications due by February 20th at 5pm!*

Carbon County Weed and Pest Control District Board of Directors is seeking an individual for the “Baggs Program Manager” position. This is an at-will full time, seasonal position with paid time off. Hourly wage will be based on qualifications, experience, and education.

The following are minimum requirements. The District may modify or change the duties or responsibilities of the job at any time.

• Program Implementation:
  In conjunction with the District Supervisor, plans, implements, and directs programs; establishes goals and objectives; and develops program schedules, to ensure effective delivery of services.
• Staff Oversight:
  Assists in evaluating seasonal staffing requirements; participates in seasonal staffing decisions; provides training for seasonal employees; monitors and evaluates seasonal employee performance; and identifies needs for professional development.
• Identify designated and declared weeds and pests and select pesticide treatments and/or other measures.
• Equipment & Facilities Management:
  Plans for and manages equipment used in the area. Supervises the maintenance of these facilities, properties, and equipment. Proficient in calibrating all spray equipment.
• Coordinates mapping program using GPS equipment and ARCGIS program.
• Enthusiasm for EDRR – Early Detection/ Rapid Response.
• Inspect crops for certification as set forth by the Certified Weed Free Forage Program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Secondary education and/or training in Weed Science, Range Management or a closely related field is preferred but not required. Applicants should have experience in Weed Science, Entomology, or other natural resource management. Successful applicant must obtain a Wyoming Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License.

• Knowledge of invasive species management principles and practices
• Skill in utilizing problem solving strategies.
• Ability to write reports with sufficient detail to enable the reader to identify and understand all pertinent facts.
• Knowledge of current technological capabilities and applications.
• Knowledge of and the skill and ability to communicate technical and regulatory information to the public.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other professionals, subordinate employees, media, other organizations, Board members, and other advisory councils and the general public.

This Position

Reports to:

Carbon County Weed & Pest District Supervisor and Board of Directors.

This Position has Supervisory and/or Management Responsibility for: 2-4 seasonal employees.

Automobile, ATV, UTV, trailers, various spray equipment, GPS, computer, copiers, and other similar business/office equipment.

The position’s duties are performed in indoor and outdoor environments. May be exposed to adverse conditions while driving to various locations as well as during any service-related activities. Potential exposure to pesticides, fumes, toxins, odors, dust, and mists will be encountered. Moderate seasonal exposure to extreme heat or temperature changes will also be encountered.

• Ability to conduct activities involving extensive walking or standing with a backpack weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to lift burdens weighing up to 80 lbs. and carry, push and/or pull burdens weighing up to 300 lbs. on a limited to moderate basis.
• Ability to grasp and manipulate office equipment as well as tools, equipment and materials used in the maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Ability to conduct activities involving climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling/bending, crouching, crawling, twisting, and reaching.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and light to mid-level equipment.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to exchange information with others and to develop and present recommendations.
• Work in and around chemicals and other pesticides used in weed and pest control.
• Ability to use mathematical reasoning when necessary to carry out the management and operational duties of the department.
• Ability to accommodate seasonally specified work hours outside of regular 8-5 hours.

Please fill out this application and send it over with a cover letter and resume with 3 references to P.O. Box 1126, Rawlins, WY 82301
OR to
Contact  Reese Irvine;
Supervisor Office-  Cell-