Invasive Species Program Coordinator

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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 performs related duties as assigned.

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

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

• 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 participates 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.

• Knowledge of invasive species mitigation and prevention.
• Knowledge of water quality monitoring and water pollution control.
• Knowledge of various types of invasive species that affect Clear Lake, including Hydrilla, Eurasian 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.
• Leadership, work coordination, and training.
• Ability to maintain day-to-day responsibility of programs.
• Plan, organize, and complete 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, in writing and orally.
• Enforce regulations with firmness and tact.
• Deal constructively with conflict and develop effective solutions.
• Coordinate special grant development, proposals, budgets, and reporting.
• Assist with budget development and administration.
• Prepare comprehensive reports.
• Analyze and evaluate statistical data and information, developing recommendations.
• Develop accurate records, sketches, and notes.
• Operate a computer and use appropriate software for program responsibilities.
• Represent the County Water Resources Department with the public and other agencies.
• Work well under pressure, meeting multiple conflicting deadlines.
• Demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers.

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,…