Qureos Mentor

Okanogan County

<div><div><div>Okanogan County Noxious
 
Weed Control Board
 
Position Description 
 
TITLE: FIELD TECHNICIAN
 
Revised 1/30/19 
 
SUMMARY
 
This individual assists the Noxious Weed Control Manager (Manager) and Field
 
Supervisor in all phases of Okanogan County&rsquo;s weed control program, including
 
performing regulatory compliance and providing office support. The Field Technician is
 
required to survey private and state lands as indicated for the presence or absence of
 
noxious weeds. This individual is responsible for his/her own record keeping, photos,
 
posting information, and landowner contacts. This position requires working both
 
outdoors to perform work and inspections, and in the office to keep the proper records
 
as required by Policies and Procedures and RCW 17.10.
 
 
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES
 
All work is performed as outlined by the Manager and Field Supervisor and in
 
accordance with Washington State Weed Law RCW 17.10, and Okanogan County
 
Policies and Procedures. This individual will act as Washington State Department of
 
Agriculture (WSDA) licensed pesticide consultant/operator offering specialized
 
information regarding safe and legal use of herbicides, hand pulling, noxious weeds,
 
biological control and overall Integrated Weed Management (IWM) principals.
 
Individual needs to know how to trace legal ownership of land and be able to find
 
information on the Okanogan County Assessors&rsquo; system. This individual must be able to
 
communicate effectively with landowners to convey RCW requirements and provide
 
control options using current scientific data and best management practices.
 
 
TYPICAL DUTIES
<ul><li>Administer requirements of RCW 17.10 and WAC 16-750 following outlined
</li></ul>work plan developed by Manager/Field Supervisor, including enforcement
 
actions as directed
<ul><li>Maintain daily account of activities, including communications with landowners,
</li></ul>utilizing log books provided by Okanogan County Noxious Weed Control Board
 
(OCNWCB) to assist in potential hearings resulting from enforcement actions
<ul><li>Provide IWM suggestions and guidance
</li></ul><ul><li>Assist landowners in developing noxious weed control plans that are suitable for
</li></ul>individual needs
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</div></div><div><div><ul><li>Conduct field surveys of property, prepare maps, understand directions, identify
</li></ul>dangerous obstacles, power lines, sensitive crops, water resources and other
 
potential issues pertaining to herbicide treatments
<ul><li>Identify noxious weeds in all stages of life cycles
</li></ul><ul><li>Assist in organizing re-certification classes provided to the public
</li></ul><ul><li>Perform work utilizing GIS/GPS mapping system to record noxious weed
</li></ul>infestation locations, and provide maps to landowners
<ul><li>Maintain frequent contact with county residents to address noxious weed
</li></ul>concerns and provide appropriate educational noxious weed materials to a wide
 
range of peoples, providing technical assistance as needed
<ul><li>Develop and provide weekly radio reports for education to area residents and
</li></ul>visitors
<ul><li>Communicate noxious weed information to schools at 6th grade camps and
</li></ul>other educational events
<ul><li>Outline work duties for Field Assistants and daily work duties for the Hand-Pull
</li></ul>Crew 
 
QUALIFICATIONS
 
 
Required
<ul><li>Ability to understand Washington State Weed Laws and ensure compliance on
</li></ul>private/state land, with enforcement actions as outlined in RCW 17.10, including
 
issuing notices of non-compliance and taking regulatory actions as necessary
<ul><li>Washington State Department of Agriculture Pesticide Consultants/Operator
</li></ul>license with an Ag Weed endorsement (Or the ability to acquire this license, and
 
endorsement, within 45 days of employment)
<ul><li>A valid Washington State Drivers&rsquo; License
</li></ul><ul><li>A reliable vehicle of their own (the vehicle will be required to travel off of paved
</li></ul>roads)
<ul><li>Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
</li></ul><ul><li>Must be able to put in long hours, in extreme heat, during the field season 
</li></ul>Desired
<ul><li>Knowledge of GIS/GPS data collection
</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to effectively communicate noxious weed control responsibilities to
</li></ul>landowners to achieve regulatory compliance
<ul><li>Requires full knowledge of policy and procedures
</li></ul><ul><li>Experience working with Microsoft Office programs
</li></ul><ul><li>A general familiar with Okanogan County maps and aerial photos
</li></ul><ul><li>Ability to develop and update educational materials
</li></ul><ul><li>WSDA Public Consultants/Operator license with Turf and Ornamental, ROW and
</li></ul>Aquatic endorsements
<ul><li>Training in facilitation and de-escalation of potentially dangerous situations.
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 
Ability to perform work as required by Washington State Law RCW 17.10 (including
 
enforcement actions)
 
Ability to establish, develop, and maintain effective working relationships
 
Ability to interact with hostile/non-compliant landowners to achieve positive solutions
 
Ability to give IWM recommendations, including legal use of herbicides
 
Ability to conduct inspections of property, prepare maps, know directions, and identify
 
dangerous obstacles, for control actions
 
Ability to identify noxious/other weeds
 
Ability to remain calm, diplomatic and firm in stressful situations
 
Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently
 
Ability to perform manual labor, including assist in herbicide applications
 
Ability to conduct noxious weed surveys on foot over difficult terrain
 
Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in extreme weather
 
Ability to effectively communicate with landowners regarding responsibilities
 
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
 
Ability to take records, pictures, and provide necessary reports as required
 
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT
 
Duties for this position will be performed both in the field and in an office environment.
 
Duties may include extensive physical activities, exposure to hazardous substances,
 
exposure to physically injurious conditions, and contact with irate or non-compliant
 
landowners.
 
 
This position requires working and driving in all types of weather and temperature
 
conditions, on various types of surfaces including rough terrain. Ability to bend, stand,
 
maintain balance, climb hills, kneel, stoop, crouch, reach, push, pull, twist, grip with
 
fingers and hands, shovel, dig, lift and carry garbage bags full of weeds are all required
 
for this position. Working in remote areas, exposure to direct sunlight, plants,
 
poisonous weeds and plants, dust, pollens, insect stings and bites, herbicide fumes and
 
mixes, working around rivers, and exposure to wildlife are all required for this position.
 
 
This position requires this individual to work under very stressful situations for
 
prolonged periods of time and this individual must have the ability to recognize and
 
react to potentially hazardous situations. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Noxious Weed Control Field Technician

<div><div><div>Okanogan County Position Description 
 
 
TITLE: DEPUTY PROSECUTING ATTORNEY
 
 
Summary
 
 
Carry out broad based criminal legal assignments under the direction of the Prosecuting Attorney.
 
Primarily handle Appeals, resulting from Superior Court adult Felony cases.
 
 
Scope of Responsibility
 
 
The Deputy Prosecutor is expected to manage a high-volume adult felony appeals in an organized and
 
efficient manner. Exercise independent judgement within a latitude set by the Prosecuting Attorney.
 
This position performs highly complex legal work representing the State of Washington in the
 
prosecution of criminal offenses at the Superior Court, Juvenile Court, and Appellate Court levels. The
 
Deputy Prosecutor may also be responsible for assisting with resolving day to day issues with law
 
enforcement and defense attorneys, communicating with the public, and contributing to community
 
and law enforcement presentations. Duties are performed with professional discretion and within
 
office policies, professional ethics and standards and legal requirements.
 
 
Typical Duties
 
 
Manage a high number of appeals cases with the Court of Appeals Division III, Washington State
 
Supreme Court, and other appeal matters as assigned by the Okanogan County Prosecuting Attorney.
 
 
Consult with law enforcement regarding their investigations when requested and advise law
 
enforcement about legal issues related to the criminal cases.
 
 
Review reports for legal sufficiency and determine appropriate charges to be filed, if any, and
 
determine whether to refer cases back to law enforcement for further investigation.
 
 
Draft legal pleadings that are detailed, accurate, and professional including Informations and/or
 
Criminal Complaints, Jury Instructions, Trial Briefs, Motions in Limine, Probable Cause statements,
 
appeal briefs, etc.
 
 
Identify witnesses and evidence in each case and contact/interview victims and witnesses before
 
trials; work with legal assistants and victim witness personnel to provide complete discovery to
 
defense.
 
 
Prepare pre-trial motions and perform necessary legal research for drafting pre-trial, trial, and post
 
trial memoranda and briefs for the court.
 
 
Respond to defense motions with legal research and argument.
 
 
Perform as a trial litigator, including being able to:
 
 
Consult with victims regarding their input into plea bargaining decisions or sentencing in cooperation
 
with victim/witness personnel.
 
 
Correctly apply the various rules of the sentencing reform act to determine the presumptive range for
 
criminal offenses, and take steps to ensure that adequate documentation of criminal history is
 
available.
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Make appropriate recommendations for sentencing and be able to defend those recommendations in
 
court.
 
 
Present probation violation testimony as needed and argue for the position of the State.
 
 
Draft appeals of pre-trial rulings as appropriate.
 
 
Respond to defendant&rsquo;s appeals or personal restraint or habeas corpus petitions, performing all
 
necessary legal research and writing of legal briefs.
 
 
Argue appeals at the Superior Court, Court of Appeals, and/or the Supreme Court.
 
 
Negotiates cases with other parties and attorneys through written, in person, telephonic, and e-mail
 
means.
 
 
Prepare cases for trial. Assure thorough investigation and organization of facts and information.
 
Handle pretrial hearings such as arraignments, motions to suppress, competency and related
 
matters, as applicable; coordinate with law enforcement agencies as required.
 
 
Present and conduct courtroom proceedings necessary to effectively try or defend assigned cases.
 
Determine strategy including organization, timing and order of evidence presentation, appearance
 
of witnesses and related factors. Assure Prosecuting Attorney is informed of case progress and
 
direction.
 
 
Plan, organize, evaluate and direct the work activities of employees of lower
 
classification.
 
 
Advise law enforcement after hours in regard to arrests, searches, warrants, etc.
 
 
Assure the accuracy of work performed in assigned sections of the department by monitoring the
 
work of personnel in their various areas of responsibility.
 
 
Assure the prompt investigation of citizen questions and/ or complaints regarding the various
 
functions of the department. Personally, initiate actions to resolve complex problems.
 
 
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal
 
functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of
 
responsibility, but should not be considered an all- inclusive listing of work requirements.
 
Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover
 
absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.
 
 
Qualifications
 
 
Requires graduation from law school, and a valid license to practice law in the State of Washington.
 
Requires a thorough knowledge of criminal law and related Washington statutes and cases. Requires
 
the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing. Requires the ability to establish
 
and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, officials and employees of other
 
departments and agencies and the general public.
 
 
Special Requirements
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Possession of valid Washington State Driver's license. Ability to satisfactorily pass a comprehensive, in- 
depth background investigation which shows no criminal activity which could directly impact ability to
 
perform the job.
 
 
Individuals assigned to this classification work in the capacity of an &quot; at- will&quot; employee and may be
 
terminated without or without cause, at the discretion of the County Prosecutor.
 
 
Physical Demands and Environment
 
 
The working environment for Deputy Prosecuting Attorney is primarily in an office setting; The duties
 
require sitting, standing, walking on all types of terrain, maintaining balance, climbing stairs and
 
inclines, kneeling, bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting, requires a sense of
 
touch, finger dexterity, ability to grip with fingers and hands, and occasionally lift and carry up to 30
 
pounds. Requires working alone; ability to operate a passenger vehicle, ability to hear voice
 
conversations; far, side, color vision with depth perception. Requires wearing rubber or plastic gloves. 
 
 
 
 
Effective Date: EEO Code: Department: Prosecutor&rsquo;s Office
Dates Amended: 10/19/2021 Union: Division: None
FLSA Exempt: No Grade: Pos #:
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