Reporting to the Pesticide Program Director, the Pesticide Program Specialist will support diverse efforts to reduce reliance on pesticides and mitigate risks to beneficial insects including pollinators, natural enemies, soil fauna, and aquatic invertebrates. The successful candidate will be an integral part of Xerces’ Pesticide Team helping design and fulfill program goals. Key program areas that the Specialist will engage in include outreach and education to expand ecologically sound pest management in urban settings and advocacy for conservation-minded local and state policies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

As part of a multi-person Pesticide Program team and in coordination with our pollinator, endangered species, and outreach teams, t