Salary: $21.50 Hourly
Location : La Plata County, CO
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 05222024
Department: Public Works
Division: Weed Management
Opening Date: 05/20/2024
Closing Date: 6/6/2024 4:00 PM Mountain
Job Summary
Identifies and locates invasive vegetation, brush and trees; maps noxious weeds using Global Positioning System (G.P.S.) and GIS (geographic information systems) equipment; maintains weed management data and provides accurate notification to landowners regarding noxious weeds as required in the Colorado Weed Management Act and La Plata County Code. This is a PT seasonal position, June through November.
Essential Job Functions
Essential functions may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks. Reasonable accommodations, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, will be made when possible.

• Locates, identifies and maps noxious weeds using a laptop mapping system.
• Performs GIS analyzing tasks and post processing of data collected in field.
• Generates weed management notices and prepares mailing to appropriate landowners.
• Researches files to determine property ownership, mailing addresses, legal description, and acreage.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
  
  MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED :
  
  • Laptop (windows)
  • Android tablet
  • Simple Office Equipment
  • Global Positioning System Field Data Collection Equipment

Minimum Qualifications Required
Education and Experience:
College courses in GIS and those related toenvironmental science.
Experience with ArcMap and editing vector data.
Knowledge of how to use ArcGIS Online.
Any combination of education, training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid Colorado Driver's License
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Local flora and native plants
Computer equipment.
Windows operating system.
Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
ESRI ArcMap
GIS Geo-database systems.
Android mobile operating systems.
Skill in:
Quickly learning how to identify several plant species
Estimating accurate measurements, distances and plant crown cover densities
Using tactfulness, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines
Effective oral communication
Mental and Physical Abilities:
Ability to drive or be in a vehicle for extended periods.
Ability to be discrete and confidential regarding land ownership
Ability to see and identify native and non-native vegetation in their various stages of growth
Ability to work independently including identifying, prioritizing, and completing work in a timely manner.
Non-Discrimination and Affirmative Action Statement
La Plata County prohibits discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with La Plata County on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or genetic information.
La Plata County is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. La Plata County takes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for protected classes, persons with disabilities and for covered veterans. Covered veterans include: special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Vietnam era veterans, or any other veterans who served on active duty during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge was authorized.
Inquiries regarding La Plata County's equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to:
Director of Human Resources
1101 E 2nd Avenue
Durango, CO 81301
Tel: (970)382-6361
Fax: (970)375-7985
Email:
This is a temporary position only.