TEMPORARY Roving Invasive Species Technician – 6060 Broadway, Denver, CO

Description of Job Duties

A customer service based position that involves inspecting for invasive Zebra/Quagga Mussels, Milfoil or other plant species on boats and personal watercraft at an inspection point on the park. This is an important position for the protection of natural resources from non-native species that threaten wildlife, drinking water/irrigation and all water related outdoor recreation in the State of Colorado.

• Primary responsibility is to support the State Invasive Species Program through watercraft inspection & decontamination at various locations throughout Colorado, as needed.
• Work will either be completed independently or in pairs to inspect boats launching and leaving the reservoir, with respect to invasive species such as zebra/quagga mussels.
• Provide public outreach on the aquatic invasive species topic by providing printed material to those visiting the reservoir.

Minimum Qualifications

• Good driving record and ability to travel extensively with overnight stays is mandatory.
• Ability to drive long hours and remain alert.
• Must be willing to be flexible with the weekday and weekend work schedule.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) are required.
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.

Prior to Employment

• The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply.
• The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them.
• The Department of Natural Resources is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.

Supplemental Information

• To Be Compliant With The New Fleet Vehicle Policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) Will Be Pulled For Review For Workers Who Have an assigned State fleet vehicle
• Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position
• Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle
• Supplemental Information