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Colorado Department of Revenue · 4 days ago

TEMPORARY Roving Invasive Species Technician – Durango, CO

La Plata County, CO

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$20/hr - $20/hr

The Colorado Department of Natural Resources is seeking a Temporary Roving Invasive Species Technician to support the State Aquatic Nuisance Species Program. The primary responsibility includes watercraft inspection and decontamination at various locations throughout Colorado, along with public outreach on invasive species topics.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Support the State Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) Program through watercraft inspection and decontamination at various locations throughout Colorado

Inspect boats launching and leaving reservoir or other inspection locations, with respect to invasive species such as zebra/quagga mussels

Provide public outreach to non-motorized water recreation groups

Provide public outreach on the aquatic invasive species topic by providing printed materials to recreationists visiting rivers, reservoirs, and/or attending outreach events

Trailer various equipment, including boats and mobile cleaning stations, throughout southwest Colorado

Perform a variety of tasks including: watercraft inspection and decontamination, quality control assessment, inventory management, reviewing and editing technical reports, distribution of supplies to field locations, and data entry when shift coverage is not needed

Qualification

Watercraft inspectionPublic outreachBoatsMicrosoft applicationsCommunicationOrganizational skillsCustomer serviceAttention to detailSelf-motivation

Required

Excellent driving record and ability to travel extensively with overnight stays is mandatory

Ability to drive long distances and remain alert

Ability to work weekends, holidays, early morning and late evenings

Must be willing to be flexible with daily/weekly scheduling as field work may be dictated by weather

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and willingness to approach and engage public

Reliable and timely

Excellent organization skills and attention to detail

Ability to self-motivate and work independently

Preferred

Experience working with boats, trailers, power washers, small engines and/or heavy equipment

Ability to travel and be away from home every week, if needed. Camping may be required in remote settings. Must provide own camping gear and equipment when performing biological field work

Ability to trailer boats and/or cleaning units on highways and steep mountain roads

Excellent customer service skills and/or experience working with the public

Experience with Microsoft and Google applications

Bachelors Degree in Biological Sciences or higher education

Company

Colorado Department of Revenue

With just under 1500 employees, the Colorado Department of Revenue oversees the Division of Motor Vehicles, the Enforcement Division, the Colorado State Lottery, and the Taxation Division.

Founded in 1941