Seasonal Watercraft Inspector (Multiple Locations)

About the role

The Anoka County Parks mission is to positively impact the quality of life in Anoka County by providing parks, outdoor recreation, and leisure services for the public. Our mission encompasses the protection of the natural environment, improving the health of citizens, and supporting a strong local economy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with access postings, assisting law enforcement with access checks, and invasive plant removal.
• Inform and educate the public about invasive species programs, regulations, prevention measures, and the consequences of infestation.
• Attend festivals and schools presenting education on boat cleanliness and the importance of clean water.
• Inspect watercraft at public access sites for invasive species and conduct brief verbal surveys and inspection inventories to help track, contain, and monitor AIS.
• Support grant funding programs and applicable associations requesting treatment and training.

Requirements

• Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed:
  • Requires high school diploma.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must have valid driver's license and vehicle available for business use.
  • Must be available for evening and weekend hours.
  • Successfully pass driver's license background check.
• Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed:
  • Pursuing a degree in fisheries, wildlife, biology, natural resource management, or related field, or an equivalent combination of job-related experience.
  • Knowledge of aquatic invasive species to include identification, laws and regulations, related threats and issues, and safe methods of transport.

Qualifications

• Physical Demands and Work Conditions:
  • Indoor and outdoor county worksites in all weather conditions depending on assignment.
  • Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus, such as to work on computers.
  • Hearing abilities required for general and phone communication, signals, and machine sounds.
  • Ability to see colors, shades and brightness.
  • Regular lifting of 0-25 lbs., occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs.
  • Equipment used includes computers, phones, and standard office equipment in addition to various park maintenance equipment depending on assignment.
  • Park maintenance equipment may include but is not limited to hand and power tools, shovels, sledgehammer, post hole diggers, weed whips, ladders, wheelbarrows, various light and heavy equipment, chemicals, personal protective equipment, and weather appropriate gear.
  • Driving is required for this position and staff must have the ability to use a variety of mowers, tractors, pickup trucks, UTV's, and boats.
  • Travel between work sites may require driving a county vehicle and/or a personal vehicle.
  • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Benefits

Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Pay & Benefits

Salary: $13.50 per hour.

Work Location

This position will work throughout Anoka County at various locations, including Lake George, Coon Lake, Linwood Lake, Crooked Lake, Lake Peltier, Lake Centerville, and more. Expected work hours are varied including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays, for 25-40 hours per week. This may include extended hours on weekends and holidays as required.

About Anoka County

Anoka County thrives because of the diversity, dedication, determination, and innovation of our employees. United by our mission- Commitment to Excellence: through collaborative efforts, we seek to improve lives and serve with care, integrity, and professionalism- we offer a wide range of career opportunities for people with a variety of personalities, abilities, knowledge, and life experiences. Together, we work toward a single purpose of serving Anoka County's 369,000 citizens in a respectful, innovative, and fiscally responsible manner. If your career aspirations resonate with our mission, we invite you to Find Your Path with Anoka County!

Commitment to Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employment

Anoka County is committed to the principles of our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity. It is the policy of Anoka County to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, physical ability, sexual orientation, or age except where such status is a bona fide occupational qualification. It is the policy of Anoka County to make employment decisions in a manner that will further our Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity.