JOB SUMMARY Sheridan County Weed and Pest (SCWP) is seeking an enthusiastic and driven invasive species program support specialist to assist the district in the implementation of district programs in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines. The Invasive Species Program Support Specialist will participate in the following district programs: mosquito mitigation, grasshopper mitigation, leafy spurge biocontrol, weed-free hay certification, and right-of-way weed control. The successful applicant, under the direction of the district supervisor, shall assist with the collection and identification of weed and insect specimens, testing of mosquitoes for the presence of West Nile virus, distribution and monitoring of leafy spurge beetles, equipment maintenance and repair, public interaction and education, and more. Other duties include, but are not limited to, reports, grant applications, and data compilation. Duties will be highly variable depending on season and need. Most field activities occur during the summer and mid-winter, and office duties in the autumn and spring. Specific training in invasive species programs will be provided by SCWP. There is significant exposure to extreme heat and extreme cold under demanding physical conditions. Applicants must have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and walk over rough terrain as well as spend extended amounts of time at a desk. The ability and willingness to work independently and as a team, learn new skills, think scientifically, take instruction, be honest, have a positive attitude, make critical decisions, get along with coworkers,and act in a manner conducive to good business relations is critical to the success of an employee in this position. The position will work 40 hours per week with a schedule assigned by the District Supervisor. The working hours will be Monday - Friday with weekends and evenings off. Overtime may accrue if approved by the District Supervisor. https://www.scweeds.com/program-support-specialist Sheridan County Weed and Pest is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or national origin.