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State of Colorado · 1 day ago

TEMPORARY Roving Invasive Species Technician – Gunnison, CO.

Gunnison County, CO

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$19.50/hr - $19.50/hr

The State of Colorado is seeking a Temporary Roving Invasive Species Technician to support the State Aquatic Nuisance Species Program. The role involves watercraft inspection and decontamination, public outreach, and various support tasks related to invasive species management.

Association

No H1B

Responsibilities

Primary responsibility is to support the State Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) Program through watercraft inspection and decontamination at various locations throughout Colorado

Work will either be completed independently or in pairs to 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 recreators visiting rivers, reservoirs, and/or attending outreach events

Work may include trailering various equipment, including boats and mobile cleaning stations, throughout southwest Colorado

The position will report to the Program Specialist for assignment

Boat inspection training will be provided

When shift coverage is not needed, the position will support the Program Manager and Specialists by performing 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

This position may require overnight travel and distance driving

Early morning, evening, weekend and holiday work required

Qualification

Watercraft inspectionPublic outreachDriving skillsBoatsMicrosoft applicationsCustomer serviceCommunicationOrganization skillsSelf-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