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Qualifications
To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.
Five (5) years of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities, including two (2) years of supervisory experience, required.
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent education, from an accredited college or university with a major coursework in Natural Resources, Range Ecology, Plant Biology, Weed Science, Agronomy, or a related field required.
Possession of a qualified supervisor's pesticide application license from the Colorado Department of Agriculture within six (6) months of hire required.
Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire required.
Responsibilities
What you'll be doing:
Exercise direct and indirect supervision over supervisors, technical, and clerical staff.
Assign, direct, and supervise the activities of assigned staff ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures, and standards; administers or makes recommendations for routine personnel matters affecting subordinates including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, assigning work, scheduling work hours, granting leave, appraising performance, disciplining, and submitting such records and reports as required by County policies and procedures.
Provide technical expertise on integrated weed management techniques.
Develop and coordinates communication and messaging related to land stewardship.
Develop and maintain weed control programs.
Seek compliance with the Colorado Noxious Weed Act and the Larimer County Noxious Weed Management Plan.
To view the full job description, visit- https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Land_Stewardship_Manager.
What we're looking for: Knowledge of general office practices and procedures.
Proficiency of common business software applications, including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, virtual collaboration and meeting software, and databases.
Strong verbal and written communication.
Ability to read and comprehend department and County rules, regulations, policies, and standard operating procedures.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.
Consistent regular, predictable attendance.