Invasive Species Program Coordinator

Salary : $67,412.80 - $81,952.00 Annually
Location : Lake County, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 25-075
Department: Water Resources
Opening Date: 05/09/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Details
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 preforms related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.
Education and Experience:

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.

Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.

General Recruitment Information
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Applicants may substitute relevant experience and/or education at a 2 to 1 ratio to fulfill minimum qualifications. For further details, individuals should reach out to the Human Resources department.

ADA Accommodations

Individuals in need of accommodation during the application and/or selection process under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should reach out to County of Lake Human Resources at .

The County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer

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INVASIVE SPECIES PROGRAM COORDINATOR
DEFINITION
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 preforms related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a specialized, single position, professional Invasive Species Program Coordinator classification. The incumbent has day-to-day responsibility for coordinating and performing a variety of specialized functions related to invasive species mitigation and prevention measures and programs. This is a discrete classification.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from supervisory and/or management staff, depending on areas of work assignments. Exercises no supervision over staff. May provide technical and functional direction to assigned staff.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the scope of duties performed by employees in this class and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

• 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 participate 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and methods of invasive species mitigation and prevention.
• Principles, methods and practices of water quality monitoring and water pollution control.

• General knowledge of the various types of invasive species that affect and/or threaten Clear Lake, including Hydrilla, Eurasion 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.
• Principles of lead direction, work coordination and training.

Ability to:

• Maintain day-to-day responsibility of Water Resources Department Invasive Species Programs.

• Plan, organize, and complete a variety of 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 both orally and in writing.
• Enforce regulations with firmness and tact.
• Deal constructively with conflict, and cooperatively develop effective solutions.
• Coordinate the development and administration of special grants including grant proposals, budgets, and reporting.
• Assist with budget development and administration.
• Prepare comprehensive reports.
• Analyze and evaluate statistical data and information, developing sound recommendations.
• Develop accurate records, sketches, and notes.
• Operate a computer and use appropriate software in the performance of Water Resources Department invasive species program responsibilities.
• Effectively represent the County Water Resources Department with the public and other government agencies.
• Regularly work well under pressure, meeting multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines.
• Constantly demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers/clients.

Licensing and Certifications:

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California driver's license.
Education and Experience:

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.

Additional directly related experience and/or education may be substituted.

WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
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, gases, and poor ventilation; underground, confined, or restricted?workspaces . click apply for full job details