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The Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry (DACF) is looking to fill an invasive plant outreach coordinator position to work starting this spring on a 40-hour-per-week basis until completion of the project next fall or winter. The project involves educating plant sellers about invasive plants that may become hitchhikers in plant pots, root balls, or other horticultural materials and providing best management practices to prevent weeds in production, holding, display, or sales areas. The successful candidate will develop outreach and educational materials, plan, coordinate, and implement in-person and online workshops, and work with growers to solve invasive plant management issues. Work will be based in Augusta, Maine, with some opportunities for telework. Statewide travel is expected. This is a contract position at $18\/hr.<\/p>\n

KNOWLEDGE\/SKILLS\/ABILITIES:<\/p>\n

*\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Education and Experience:<\/p>\n

o\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Biology, horticulture, entomology, botany or related field.<\/p>\n

o\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Priority will be given to candidates with knowledge or understanding of common plant production practices and invasive species management.<\/p>\n

o\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Training or experience in plant identification and the use of dichotomous keys is a plus.<\/p>\n

o\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0A pesticide applicator license is preferred but not required.<\/p>\n

*\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Computer Skills:<\/p>\n

o\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Ability to use Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, and Publisher.<\/p>\n

o\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Experience designing displays, posters, and other outreach materials.<\/p>\n

*\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Communication Skills:<\/p>\n

o\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Strong verbal and written communication skills.<\/p>\n

o\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Experience presenting information one-on-one and to small or large groups.<\/p>\n

o\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Experience creating written content for use in printed outreach materials and for newsletters and websites.<\/p>\n

*\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Organizational Skills:<\/p>\n

o\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Must be able to manage multiple priorities and switch back and forth between projects easily and work independently.<\/p>\n

o\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Good time management and record-keeping abilities, including while in the field.<\/p>\n

o\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Ability to stay organized between different work locations (field, lab, office, remote worksite).<\/p>\n

*\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Field and Lab Skills:<\/p>\n

o\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Comfort in field and laboratory conditions.<\/p>\n

o\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Comfortable handling plants.<\/p>\n

o\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Experience with use of a dissection microscope.<\/p>\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:<\/p>\n

Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and be at least 18 years of age.<\/p>\n

TO APPLY:<\/p>\n

Please email a cover letter and resume or C.V. to Gary Fish (gary.fish@maine.gov<\/span><\/a>)<mailto:gary.fish@maine.gov<\/a>> For questions, please email or call Gary at 207-287-7545.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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