Invasive Species Program Coordinator

Job Details

Under general direction, coordinates and implements invasive species mitigation and prevention measures and programs for the Water Resources Department, including those related to Eurasian Milfoil, Hydrilla, and Quagga Mussels; assists with Water Resources budget development and administration; prepares grant proposals and administers grants; performs water resources and invasive species prevention research activities; provides support during floods; assists the public with questions about water resource, flood control, and invasive species laws, regulations, and requirements; and preforms related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.

Education and Experience:

Two (2) years of full-time increasingly responsible professional experience in planning, developing, and implementing programs related to water quality, watershed management, streambed restoration, aquatic invasive species mitigation and prevention, or a directly related field.

Education equivalent to a four (4) year degree in subjects related to water resources, resource management, biology, chemistry, or related field, is strongly preferred.

Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.

General Recruitment Information

This is not exhaustive of all job responsibilities. For more details, please refer to the link provided below.

The information presented in job postings, job descriptions, or recruitment materials does not form a legally binding contract, either explicit or implicit. Benefits may differ among different employee groups. The details provided in these materials are subject to change or cancellation without prior notification. Prospective employees of the County of Lake must undergo the County's pre-employment medical review program upon receiving a conditional job offer before assuming their position with the County.

Applicants may substitute relevant experience and/or education at a 2 to 1 ratio to fulfill minimum qualifications. For further details, individuals should reach out to the Human Resources department.

ADA Accommodations

Individuals in need of accommodation during the application and/or selection process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should reach out to County of Lake Human Resources at (707) 263-2213.

The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer

Veteran's Preference

INVASIVE SPECIES PROGRAM COORDINATOR
DEFINITION
Under general direction, coordinates and implements invasive species mitigation and prevention measures and programs for the Water Resources Department, including those related to Eurasian Milfoil, Hydrilla, and Quagga Mussels; assists with Water Resources budget development and administration; prepares grant proposals and administers grants; performs water resources and invasive species prevention research activities; provides support during floods; assists the public with questions about water resource, flood control, and invasive species laws, regulations, and requirements; and preforms related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a specialized, single position, professional Invasive Species Program Coordinator classification. The incumbent has day-to-day responsibility for coordinating and performing a variety of specialized functions related to invasive species mitigation and prevention measures and programs. This is a discrete classification.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from supervisory and/or management staff, depending on areas of work assignments. Exercises no supervision over staff. May provide technical and functional direction to assigned staff.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

• Develops, implements, and coordinates the Water Resources Department Invasive Species Programs, including those related to Eurasian Milfoil, Hydrilla, and Quagga Mussels.
• Assists with the development and management of aquatic vegetation control efforts.
• Provides a variety of consultation to county management and elected officials related to natural resource and invasive species policies, ordinances, and regulations.
• Assists with the development and administration of the Water Resources budget.
• Prepares, submits, and administers grants.
• Seeks and develops a variety of funding sources.
• Develops and carries out public outreach efforts.
• Provides technical and administrative assistance to advisory and resource management committees.
• Prepares proposal requests and participate in the selection of consultants and contractors, as needed.
• Performs specialized research projects and analysis, as delegated.
• Develops and prepares comprehensive technical reports related to Water Resources invasive species programs.
• Assists with coordinating emergency flood control activities, as necessary.
• Coordinates Water Resource functions with other county departments and government agencies.
• Responds to public questions and inquiries related to department policies and requirements, especially those related to the mitigation and prevention of invasive species.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of :

• Principles, practices, and methods of invasive species mitigation and prevention.
• Principles, methods and practices of water quality monitoring and water pollution control.

• General knowledge of the various types of invasive species that affect and/or threaten Clear Lake, including Hydrilla, Eurasion Milfoil, and Quagga Mussels.
• Contract development and administration.
• Research and statistical methods.
• Use of computers and computer applications related to water resources and invasive species program work.
• Principles of grant development, administration, and reporting.
• Principles of lead direction, work coordination and training.

Ability to :

• Maintain day-to-day responsibility of Water Resources Department Invasive Species Programs.

• Plan, organize, and complete a variety of water resources and invasive species projects.

• Provide lead direction, work coordination and training, as assigned.
• Perform a wide scope of complex work related to invasive species mitigation and prevention.
• Identify, analyze, and respond appropriately to information related to potential and existing threats to Clear Lake.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Enforce regulations with firmness and tact.
• Deal constructively with conflict, and cooperatively develop effective solutions.
• Coordinate the development and administration of special grants including grant proposals, budgets, and reporting.
• Assist with budget development and administration.
• Prepare comprehensive reports.
• Analyze and evaluate statistical data and information, developing sound recommendations.
• Develop accurate records, sketches, and notes.
• Operate a computer and use appropriate software in the performance of Water Resources Department invasive species program responsibilities.
• Effectively represent the County Water Resources Department with the public and other government agencies.
• Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.
• Constantly demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients.

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.

Education and Experience:

Two (2) years of full-time increasingly responsible professional experience in planning, developing, and implementing programs related to water quality, watershed management, streambed restoration, aquatic invasive species mitigation and prevention, or a directly related field.

Education equivalent to a four (4) year degree in subjects related to water resources, resource management, biology, chemistry, or related field, is strongly preferred.

Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.

WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
The County of Lake is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Incumbents generally work outside of a typical office environment and may be exposed?to?extreme temperatures, loud noise, fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, and poor ventilation; underground, confined, or restricted?workspaces. Incumbents may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Light Work: Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.

A successful candidate will be required to submit to and pass a background check prior to the appointment. Depending upon the position and/or assigned department, the background check may include but is not limited to civil and criminal history check, reference check, Live Scan, and/or credit check (as allowed under state law).

Disaster Service Workers: As members of the County of Lake Emergency Services Organization, all Lake County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to perform certain emergency services at the direction of the department and / or County.

The contents of this class specification shall not be construed to constitute any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of Lake assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a “meet and confer ” process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.

RETIREMENT - County employees are members of the California Public Employee Retirement system (CalPERS).CalPERS provides a defined benefit pension at retirement for County employees.The pension formulas and employee contribution amounts may vary by bargaining unit, date of hire, prior qualifying service, and classification. Please contact Human Resources for more information.

HEALTH AND INSURANCE BENEFITS - Medical, dental, hospital, vision, life and disability coverage is available to employees and their dependents. The County contributes $1,500 of the monthly premiums for the insurance plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL may be adjusted for current city or county government employees.

VACATION - 80 hours per year during the first five years of service, 120 hours per year after five years, and additional accruals based on years of service beyond fifteen years. Pro-rated for part-time employees.

SICK LEAVE - Accrues at a rate of 96 hours per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees.

HOLIDAYS- An average of twelve paid 8-hour holidays per year. Pro-rated for part-time employees.

SALARY - Lake County has an adopted salary schedule. The salary range for most classifications is in five increments with a provision for longevity increases. Appointments are normally made at the first step of the salary range.

SOCIAL SECURITY - County employees participate in Social Security.

CALIFORNIA STATE DISABILITY INSURANCE - SDI is available to some County employees.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS and CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIPS are available to County employees.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

• 

• County of Lake

• 707-263-2213

Show more