From: Franny Haukap [larcoweed@rtconnect.net]
Sent: Thursday, June 05, 2008 11:43 AM
To: 'Slade Franklin'; sdmiller@uwyo.edu
Subject: job announcement corrected

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 Laramie County.  The supervisor will hire personnel, maintain a functional office, supervise the treatment program, conduct a public education program, assure compliance with State and Federal regulations, keep appropriate records, construct and maintain budgets, conduct contracting and bidding and maintain individual and inter-agency contacts.

 

Benefits:  Wyoming State Retirement, Health Insurance, Sick and Vacation leave.

 

Location:  This position will be based out of Pine Bluffs, Wyoming, and will require work and travel throughout Laramie County.

 

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:

 

                                    Laramie County Weed and Pest Control Board

                                    K. James Fornstrom, Chairman

                                    P.O. Box 899

                                    Pine Bluffs, WY 82082

                                    (307) 245-3213

                                    Fax:  (307) 245-3027