TEMPORARY Roving Invasive Species Technician – Durango, CO

State of Colorado · Durango, CO · 2 mo ago

Engineering$20/hrTemporary

This is a temporary position (9 months or less) paying $20.00 per hour. Employment starts 03/07/2026 through 11/07/2026.

Support the State Aquatic Nuisance Species (ANS) Program through watercraft inspection and decontamination at various locations throughout Colorado.
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.
Work may include trailering various equipment, including boats and mobile cleaning stations, throughout southwest Colorado.
When shift coverage is not needed, 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.

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.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and willingness to approach and engage public.
Excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
Able to self-motivate and work independently.

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.
Able 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.
Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences or higher education.

Any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle.
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

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.
If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Anna Kargobai-Murray, at anna.kargobai-murray@state.co.us or call 303-866-2667 x8647.

The Department of Natural Resources participates in E-Verify in accordance with the program's Right to Work for all newly-hired employees.

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