Noxious Weed Field Lead & Education Coordinator

Mesa County; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement

Paid Sick and Vacation Leave

Life insurance

Long term disability

Job summary

Mesa County is seeking a Lead Technician to support the Noxious Weed Management program. You will help develop and implement weed control strategies, monitor infestations and map locations using ArcGIS-based tools, and coordinate field work with seasonal staff.

Responsibilities include applying herbicides, maintaining records, engaging with landowners, and supporting grant projects. The role requires a Colorado pesticide license or the ability to obtain one and strong safety awareness.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Natural Resource Management or closely related field.
• 18 months weed treatment field experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to use Arc GIS software and Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Identify noxious weed species and determine management plans.
• Select, apply and monitor herbicides to infestations and rights-of-way.
• Maintain mapping data; complete required documentation and grants reports.
• Supervise seasonal employees; ensure safety and training compliance.
• Engage landowners and citizens; participate in education events.
• Assist with public information and grant-related data collection.

Skills

Noxious weed control

Field supervision

Community outreach

Data collection & entry

Education

Environmental Science / Ecology / Natural Resource Management degree

Degree in related field

Tools

ArcGIS

ArcGIS Online

EDDMaps West

ESRI Collector

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mesa County is seeking a Lead Technician to support the Noxious Weed Management program. You will help develop and implement weed control strategies, monitor infestations and map locations using ArcGIS-based tools, and coordinate field work with seasonal staff.

Responsibilities include applying herbicides, maintaining records, engaging with landowners, and supporting grant projects. The role requires a Colorado pesticide license or the ability to obtain one and strong safety awareness.