Land Stewardship Manager

Overview

The Natural Resources Land Stewardship Manager provides a unique and rewarding employment opportunity.

In this role you will plan, manage, direct, and supervise the daily operations of the Larimer County Weed Control District, Weed Control Enterprise Program, and vegetation management.

The typical schedule for this position is Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30pm.

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.

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.

Benefits
Here’s what Larimer County offers for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• FSA or HSA (depending on the medical plan)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Want to dive into the details? Check out Larimer County's Benefits. https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits

Supplemental Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 11/23/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

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