Weed Inspector - $12.50-15.31/hr

Thurston County
WEED INSPECTOR (Temporary)
Noxious Weed Control
Closing Date: March 6, 2009
Pay Rate: $12.50 - $15.31/hr.
Non-Union Position

REQUIRES LETTER OF INTEREST IN ADDITION TO OFFICIAL THURSTON COUNTY JOB APPLICATION. POSTMARKS NOT ACCEPTED.
8:00am to 5:00pm five days per week with potential for overtime.
Estimated duration April 1 – August 30th depending on growing season.

Under the direction of the Noxious Weed Coordinator and Lead Technician, conducts field inspections, surveys for noxious weeds, researches ownership of infested properties, works with land owners to develop control programs, posts properties and enters data into access database recording inspections and contacts with land owners. Provides one-on-one noxious weed education and information. Follows up on complaints of noxious weed infestations. Refers non-compliance to the Coordinator or Lead Technician.

Work involves exposure to traffic hazards due to driving as well as physical ability to walk road rights-of-way, fields, shorelines etc.; Requires ability to bend and pull noxious weeds. Field work is performed outside in full range of weather conditions. Overtime is not a guarantee but may be required.

Requirements:
Ability to work independently, work tactfully and courteously with public and be reliable for attendance and completing assigned tasks accurately and efficiently. MUST HAVE a current Washington State Driver’s License or have requested and obtained an appropriate accommodation and a WSDA Public Pesticide Operator/Consultant License.
Necessary certifications for pesticide license include: Laws and Safety, Agricultural Weeds, Ornamental and Turf Weeds and Rights-of-Way.
Applicants who do not possess a current Washington State Pesticide Operator/Consultant license with the necessary certifications will not be considered for interview. High School diploma or GED, one year of college level course work in agriculture related field desired. Experience in vegetation management or weed control. Knowledge of Washington State Noxious Weed Control Law. Preference in selecting candidates will be given to those with previous experience as an employee in Noxious Weed Control.

Application Instructions
A separate application must be fully completed for each position for which you are applying. Resumes may be used to supplement an application, but may not be used in lieu of completing the application form. Copies of applications will be accepted only with an original signature. If a supplemental questionnaire is required, it must be submitted with your Thurston County application by the closing date. Applications are available online at www.co.thurston.wa.us , at the Information Desk in Building 1 of the Thurston County Courthouse, 2000 Lakeridge Drive SW, Olympia, Washington 98502, or by calling (360) 754-3800 or TDD (360) 754-2933 to request that an application be mailed to you. Applicants selected for interviews and/or testing will normally be called or otherwise notified within two weeks following the closing date on the employment bulletin. If you do not receive notification during this time period, you should assume you were not selected to be interviewed and will not be considered further for this position. Due to the large number of applicants for most positions, unsuccessful applicants are generally not notified.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Thurston County is committed to affirmative recruitment and diversity in employment opportunity. It is the policy of Thurston County to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment, services and activities, which is free from restriction based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation or disability. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact the ADA Coordinator, Human Resources, at (360) 786-5498 or TDD (360) 754-2933.