POSITION
ANNOUNCEMENT
Laramie County Weed and Pest Control District Board of
Directors are seeking a full-time employee for the position of
“Supervisor”. This will be an exempt, at-will position with District
benefits including health insurance and retirement plans. This position is
salaried, starting at $60,000+ per year, depending on
qualifications.
Position
Requirements: An agricultural background with either an
M.Sc. and/or B.S. degree in Weed Science, Entomology or closely related field,
or a high school diploma with experience working in the field of Weed and Pest
Management. Must be certified as a Weed and Pest Supervisor for the State
of Wyoming or be willing to become certified within two years and have or be
willing to obtain a Wyoming Commercial Pesticide Applicator’s License.
Personal
Requirements: Applicant must be able to communicate with
area landowners, federal, state, county and local agencies. Previous
supervisory experience is desired. Applicant must be motivated with a
strong work ethic. Enthusiasm for early detection/rapid response to weeds is
essential. Applicant should be comfortable with map reading and familiar
with GPS/GIS technology and have strong computer skills. Applicant needs
to present a professional attitude.
Job
Description: The individual will become the leader of a
team whose mission is to carry out an effective weed control program for
Benefits:
Location:
This position will be based out of Pine Bluffs,
Application
Deadline: August 1, 2008 or until suitable candidate is
identified.
Application:
All interested parties please submit a complete resume’ including all applicable
college transcripts and three (3) work references to:
K. James Fornstrom, Chairman
Pine Bluffs,
WY 82082
(307)
245-3213
Fax:
(307) 245-3027