Job Description:

Weed Specialist
Portland, OR, United States | req1472

At Haley & Aldrich, a 900+ person national engineering and environmental consulting firm, our creative, technically strong staff work collaboratively to deliver exceptional value to clients. We look for professionals with a passion for solving complex challenges and for creating change, which is a vital part of our culture, no matter what role a staff member holds.

We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking a Weed Control Coordinator/Consultant to work in a technical support role with highly skilled professionals on diverse project teams in a dynamic environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing group and company and get involved in a variety of projects for a diverse range of clients. This is a temporary on-call position located in our Portland, OR office.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will:

• Ideal individual would be a seasoned weed control specialist located in Eastern Oregon to provide On-call support for weed control and revegetation compliance monitoring. Individual would support and work with Haley & Aldrich staff to monitor compliance of renewable energy facilities with state-issued site certificates, particularly monitoring revegetation and weed control success.
• Duties would include implementation of vegetation management program as identified in facility Weed Control and Revegetation Plans, consultation with herbicide applicator contractors, recommend treatment options and timing, document and investigate noxious weed infestations, coordinate a plan of action to control problem areas, and report on progress.
• As the individual would be in Eastern Oregon, anticipate educating landowners about the presence of noxious weeds, and assist in identification of unknown plants in the work sites. Other duties would include coordinating with landowners on timing of applications on private property, monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of control measures and adjust strategies to achieve program goals, ensure mitigation plans are being thoroughly followed and success is achieved.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Crop Science or Soil Science.
• 20+ years of experience and ability to travel throughout Oregon.
• Excellent thinking, written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Strong computer literacy skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Must comply with company and client Health & Safety protocols.
  

About Haley & Aldrich

Haley & Aldrich is committed to delivering the value our clients need from their capital, operations, and environmental projects. Our one-team approach allows us to draw from our 900 engineers, scientists, and constructors in more than 35 offices for creative collaboration and expert perspectives. Since our founding in 1957, we have had one goal in all we do: deliver long-term value efficiently, no matter how straightforward or complex the challenge. Learn more at haleyaldrich.com.

Haley & Aldrich is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, age, disability, veteran, or any other legally protected status. We offer excellent career growth, a highly competitive total compensation plan, and a solid benefits package. Interested candidates should apply on our Careers page.

Note to external search firms: Haley& Aldrich does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated topay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Please do not send resumes toHaley & Aldrich employees, Please work through a Talent AcquisitionManager.

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