Noxious Weed Assistant IOC

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PAY LEVEL: EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT:

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RESIDENCY POLICY

Residency is defined as the place where one’s primary residence is located. The boundaries for Leavenworth County employees incorporate adjacent counties to include: Wyandotte, Johnson, Douglas, Jefferson, and Atchison Counties in Kansas and Platte County, Missouri. Certain departments within the County may have more stringent requirements for residency such as the Sheriff’s Department and Emergency Medical Services. Any exception to this residency requirement must be specifically approved by the BOCC. (Revised 04/21/05)

DUTIES SUMMARY

Serves as an assistant to the Noxious Weed Operations Manager during the summer months as it relates to selling and documenting the sales of chemical weed control fluids. Will track inventory and sales and report to Noxious Weed Operations Manager daily to ensure orders are placed when inventory hits a critical level to restock supplies. Answers telephones, takes citizens Requests for Service, greets incoming public, provides clerical support, prepares reports, compiles/types/routes, and files correspondence and forms. Responsible for file organization and maintenance to include paper copies as well as for electronic database and Noxious Weed Computer tracking program. Assist the Noxious Weed Operations Manager with administrative support, in preparation of regulatory reports. Assists the public in chemical purchases to including loading and unloading of customer vehicles.

PERCENTAGE OF TIME ACCOUNTABILITIES

30% 1. Processes chemical sales

30% 2. Performs receptionist duties and provides clerical support

30% 4. Data Entry and report generation using Noxious Weed Software

10% 5. Safety

MINIMUM SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE (*Required prior to employment)

• Knowledge of department policies, procedures, and budget process.
• Knowledge of basic bookkeeping, file organization, and accounting procedures.*
• Knowledge of basic office equipment (i.e. copier, computer, etc.) operation and care.
• Knowledge of computer database and spreadsheet (Access / Excel)*
• Skill in use of public relations etiquette in written and verbal form.*
• Skill in composing routine correspondence, writing clear and concise reports, memorandums and letters.*

HUMAN RELATIONS

Candidate will act as receptionist, greets public and disburses, screens information received to proper supervisor. Complete chemical sales documentation, money transactions, receipts, and inventory control reports for review by the Noxious Weed Operations Manager. May be required to contact outside computer service vendor and IS concerning needed repairs and assistance with computers and programs. Contacts suppliers and vendors as needed to ensure Noxious Weed inventory supply does not pass critical levels of service to the people of Leavenworth County.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS (This is not an inclusive list, other tasks/duties may be assigned.)

• Prepares accounts payable and bookkeeping duties in a timely manner for Noxious Weed Operations Manager review and processing.
• Contacts vendors to collect information.
• Greets visitors, receives complaints and handles when possible or refers so that information is given in a prompt, courteous and accurate manner.
• Answers telephones and provides information to public.
• Loads and unloads noxious weed chemicals in storeroom and into customer vehicles.
• Organizes and maintains files for chemical sales.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must pass pre-employment screening to include a urinalysis. Must be 18 years or older prior to start date. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License. Must meet requirements outlined in Knowledge and Skills section marked with an *.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Work is performed in an office/shop environment.

ADA/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be adequate for data entry, checking documents, proofreading, taking messages by written documentation or email.
• Must be adequate for telephone communications and normal conversations.
• Must be able to speak English clearly and to accept a multitude of telephone calls clearly
• 10% of the time – making copies and talking to people who come in for information.
• 5% of the time – taking messages to employees (only when necessary), making copies.
• 85% of the time – while answering telephone calls, taking messages, typing, computer use.
• 50 pounds – Must be able to load and unload chemicals
• 20 pounds – minor pushing and pulling (chairs, cabinets).
• Climbing on foot stool for supplies in storeroom.
• Some stooping required, as well as crouching, when filing and retrieving information.
• Required on most tasks.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $17.34 - $18.41 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• Leavenworth, KS 66048: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18